SlotGaugeCheck a catchLane Snapper regulations in South Carolina
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Lane Snapper size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC state waters (to 3 mi) | Open year-round | 8 inch minimum | 10 per person per day (snapper aggregate) |
| Federal waters (3–200 mi) | Open year-round | 8 inch minimum | 10 per person per day (snapper aggregate) |
Notes
- Counts toward the 10-fish snapper aggregate (all snappers except red and vermilion).
- State waters (0–3 mi) have no closed season; federal closures from SAFMC apply beyond 3 mi and can change mid-year when catch limits are met — check safmc.net before an offshore trip.
Exact South Carolina Department of Natural Resources wording
- Season
- Open year-round in state waters
- Size
- 8 inch total length
- Limit
- 10 per person per day (snapper aggregate)
- statewide — as printed
- “Lane Snapper | Open year-round | 10 per person per day (snapper aggregate) | 8 inch total length”
Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the lane snapper
Species of fish
The lane snapper, Mexican snapper, redtail snapper or spot snapper is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a snapper belonging to the family Lutjanidae. It is native to the western Atlantic Ocean.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Lane Snapper in South Carolina?
8 inch minimum in South Carolina state waters.
How many Lane Snapper can you keep per day in South Carolina?
10 per person per day (snapper aggregate).
When is Lane Snapper season in South Carolina?
Open year-round.
Is my Lane Snapper a keeper today?
A lane snapper is a keeper today if it measures at least 8 inches, with a daily limit of 10.