Texas regulations
Crappie (Black & White) Regulations in Texas 2026
Texas Crappie regulations as of 2026-05-07: Status Permitted; Status Permitted; Daily bag 37 fish/day. Sourced from TPWD.
Rules (12)
Texas statewide
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
- Min size
- 10"
- Min size
- 10"
Sabine River (From Toledo Bend Dam To Sabine Pass)Open
- Status
- Permitted
- Status
- Permitted
no MLL and daily bag = 25 in any combination
Texoma
- Daily bag
- 37 fish/day
- Daily bag
- 37 fish/day
- Possession
- 50 fish
- Possession
- 50 fish
Toledo Bend*Open
- Status
- Permitted
- Status
- Permitted
no MLL and daily bag = 25 in any combination
Also known as
Crappie is also called Crappie (Black & White), Black Crappie, White Crappie. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Texas.
Frequently asked questions
When is Crappie season in Texas?
Crappie season in Texas is set by TPWD. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Crappie in Texas?
Minimum size for Crappie in Texas is 10 inches, per TPWD. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Crappie in Texas?
Daily bag limit for Crappie in Texas is 37 fish/day in Texoma, per TPWD.
Official sources cited
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with TPWD before keeping a catch. Last verified .