SlotGaugeCheck a catchVermilion Snapper regulations in South Carolina
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Vermilion Snapper size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC state waters (to 3 mi) | Open year-round | 12 inch minimum | 5 per person per day |
| Federal waters (3–200 mi) | Open year-round | 12 inch minimum | 5 per person per day |
Notes
- Not part of the 10-snapper aggregate.
- 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
- 12 inch total length
- Limit
- 5 per person per day
- statewide — as printed
- “Vermilion Snapper | Open year-round | 5 per person per day | 12 inch total length”
Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the vermilion snapper
Species of fish
The vermilion snapper, the clubhead snapper, night snapper or beeliner 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 Vermilion Snapper in South Carolina?
12 inch minimum in South Carolina state waters.
How many Vermilion Snapper can you keep per day in South Carolina?
5 per person per day.
When is Vermilion Snapper season in South Carolina?
Open year-round.
Is my Vermilion Snapper a keeper today?
A vermilion snapper is a keeper today if it measures at least 12 inches, with a daily limit of 5.