Lane Snapper in Louisiana
Louisiana lane snapper: what may be kept and where to look.
- 20 a daylimit
- 12.08 lbrecord
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Louisiana lane snapper: limit, record, water
Louisiana rules for lane snapper sit in the saltwater table, on the line headed “Snapper: lane”. That row allows 20 daily per person in aggregate, with no more than 1 gray triggerfish and not more than 10 vermilion snapper; 8″ min total length, with the season given as open year-round in state waters.
The heaviest rod and reel entry is 12.08 lb, Ship Shoal Blks., 2009, angler Chad Polk.
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| Pamphlet row | Waters | Daily limit and size | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snapper: lane | Louisiana state waters | 20 daily per person in aggregate, with no more than 1 gray triggerfish and not more than 10 vermilion snapper; 8" min total length | Open year-round in state waters |
Possession: Same as daily bag limit unless otherwise noted (pamphlet p.28)
Limits and seasons as printed in the 2026 Louisiana Recreational Fishing Regulations (LDWF pamphlet, updated September 21, 2026), page 29 (pamphlet PDF); confirmed on the LDWF saltwater finfish page October 28, 2026.
The heaviest lane snapper on the Louisiana list
| Division | Method | Weight | Angler | Water | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| saltwater | Rod & Reel | 12.08 lb | Chad Polk | Ship Shoal Blks. | August. 2009 |
More lane snapper in the top ten
- 8.86 lb, Alex Michael LouqueGulf of America, March 2026
- 6.62 lb, Dan HebertShip Shoal Blks., July 2000
- 6.38 lb, Chip CrewsBlock 77A, July 2017
- 5.66 lb, Bennett BourgeoisSt Block 151, July 2023
Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association (LOWA), LOWA "Louisiana State Fish Records Official Copy", records current through the record awarded September 25, 2026 (PDF created 2026-09-25); read October 28, 2026.
Bringing lane snapper back to the dock
Possessing it takes the no-fee Recreational Offshore Landing Permit as well as Basic and Saltwater licenses.
Paying charter customers fall under the captain's Charter ROLP.
LDWF license and permit list in the 2026 Louisiana Recreational Fishing Regulations (LDWF pamphlet, updated September 21, 2026); read October 28, 2026.
Louisiana neighbours of lane snapper on the list
- Red Snappersaltwater
- Mutton Snappersaltwater
- Queen Snappersaltwater
- Blackfin Snappersaltwater
- Silk Snappersaltwater
- Cubera Snappersaltwater
- Gray Snappersaltwater
- Yellowtail Snappersaltwater
- Vermilion Snappersaltwater
A photo walk along water near Lane Snapper
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Photo: Richard Byrd, CC BY 2.0
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Photo: Jill Spence, CC BY-SA 4.0
Louisiana lane snapper: the questions anglers ask
How many lane snapper may I keep in Louisiana?
LDWF prints 20 daily per person in aggregate, with no more than 1 gray triggerfish and not more than 10 vermilion snapper; 8" min total length, season open year-round in state waters.
How big is the Louisiana record lane snapper?
12.08 lb, Ship Shoal Blks., 2009, by Chad Polk (rod and reel).
Which Louisiana pages point to lane snapper?
None of the lake, bayou or coast pages include it so far.
Are lane snapper part of the LDWF hatchery work?
No LDWF stocking row names it.
Which waters change the lane snapper rule?
LDWF gives it no rule tied to one water.
Does Louisiana close the lane snapper season?
Season as printed: Open year-round in state waters.
Which LDWF license lets me fish for lane snapper?
South of the LDWF saltwater line an angler 18 or older carries a Basic Fishing License plus a Saltwater License: $17 and $15 for residents, $68 and $60 for nonresidents. A free ROLP is needed as well.
Who checks a new Louisiana lane snapper record?
The Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association keeps the list; an LDWF biologist confirms the species.
Find lane snapper a short drive away
The pages above list launches and limits.