Texas regulations
Stripers (Striped Bass) Regulations in Texas 2026
Texas Stripers regulations as of 2026-05-08: Daily bag 2 fish; Status Permitted; Status Permitted. Sourced from TPWD.
Rules (7)
Texas statewide
- Daily bag
- 5 fish/day
- Min size
- 18"
Lake Livingston
- Daily bag
- 2 fish
daily bag = 2
Sabine River (From Toledo Bend Dam To I.h. 10 Bridge)Open
- Status
- Permitted
no MLL, daily bag = 5, and only 2 striped bass, 30 inches or greater, may be retained each day
TexomaOpen
- Status
- Permitted
no MLL, daily bag = 10 and possession limit = 20, and only 2 striped or hybrid striped bass, 20 inches or greater, may be retained each day. Culling of striped bass and hybrid striped bass is prohibited.
Toledo Bend*Open
- Status
- Permitted
no MLL, daily bag = 5, and only 2 striped bass, 30 inches or greater, may be retained each day
Trinity River
- Daily bag
- 2 fish/day
Stripers on famous Texas waters
Dedicated rule pages for Stripers on the most-targeted destinations in Texas.
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
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with TPWD before keeping a catch. Last verified .