Texas regulations
Stripers (Striped Bass) Regulations in Texas 2026
Texas stripers regulations in 2026: 18″ min size, 5 fish/day bag limit. Zone-specific exceptions may apply — see the rule table below. Sourced from TPWD.
Rules (7)
- Status
- Permitted
- Status
- Permitted
- Status
- Permitted
Stripers on famous Texas waters
Dedicated rule pages for Stripers on the most-targeted destinations in Texas.
Other Texas fish regulations
Other regulated species in Texas with current rule pages — same TPWD source, same verification cadence.
- Channel Catfish24 rules
- Blue Catfish23 rules
- Flathead Catfish19 rules
- Red Snapper17 rules
- Largemouth Bass15 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)12 rules
- Redfish (Red Drum)6 rules
- Speckled Trout (Spotted Seatrout)6 rules
- Black Drum3 rules
- Bluegill (Sunfish)3 rules
- Tarpon2 rules
- Sheepshead2 rules
- Flounder2 rules
Also known as
Stripers is also called Stripers (Striped Bass), Striped Bass, striped bass. 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 Stripers season in Texas?
Stripers 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 Stripers in Texas?
Minimum size for Stripers in Texas is 18 inches, per TPWD. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Stripers in Texas?
Daily bag limit for Stripers in Texas is 2 fish in Lake Livingston, per TPWD.
Official sources cited
- https://tpwd.texas.gov/publications/pwdpubs/media/pwd_bk_l2000_1170b.pdf
- https://tpwd.texas.gov/regulations/outdoor-annual/fishing