Gulf red snapper season closes for charter boats and headboats
The 147-day federal for-hire red snapper season in the Gulf, 19 days longer than the season before, ends. Federally permitted charter boats and headboats then have a zero red snapper limit in state or federal waters, unless the season reopens because catch came in under target.
Who it affects
Gulf charter boat and headboat operators and their passengers
When
This rule takes effect on October 26, 2026.
- : Published in the Federal Register
- : This rule takes effect
- : Red snapper closure for charter boats ends
Official text
FR Doc. 2026-06421: Reef Fish Fishery of the Gulf of America; 2026 Red Snapper Recreational For-Hire Fishing Season in the Gulf of America
On Federal Register. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
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