Can I Keep?Almaco jack Regulations in Louisiana (2026)
Recreational almaco jack rules in Louisiana saltwater, as published by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Last checked November 7, 2026.
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Recreational Almaco jack rules in Louisiana
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- None
- Bag limit
- 20 per person per day within the 20 reef fish aggregate; the 20 reef fish aggregate is vermillion and lane snapper, almaco jack, gray triggerfish, and tilefish. Additional restrictions for the 20 reef fish aggregate: No more than one gray triggerfish and 10 vermilion snapper per person per day within the aggregate bag limit.
- Possession
- 20 per person per day within the 20 reef fish aggregate; the 20 reef fish aggregate is vermillion and lane snapper, almaco jack, gray triggerfish, and tilefish. Additional restrictions for the 20 reef fish aggregate: No more than one gray triggerfish and 10 vermilion snapper per person per day within the aggregate bag limit.
- Season
- Open year-round in state waters. Note that there are closed seasons for other reef fish species within the 20 reef fish aggregate—gray triggerfish is closed January 1 through the end of February and June 1 through July 31.
- a.Non-stainless Steel Circle Hooks. Non-stainless steel circle hooks are required when fishing with natural baits for reef fish.
Quick answers
What is the almaco jack size limit in Louisiana?
None.
How many almaco jack can I keep in Louisiana?
20 per person per day within the 20 reef fish aggregate; the 20 reef fish aggregate is vermillion and lane snapper, almaco jack, gray triggerfish, and tilefish. Additional restrictions for the 20 reef fish aggregate: No more than one gray triggerfish and 10 vermilion snapper per person per day within the aggregate bag limit..
When is almaco jack season in Louisiana?
Open year-round in state waters. Note that there are closed seasons for other reef fish species within the 20 reef fish aggregate—gray triggerfish is closed January 1 through the end of February and June 1 through July 31.. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.
More reef fish in Louisiana
- Anchor tilefish
- Banded rudderfish
- Black grouper
- Black seabass
- Blackfin snapper
- Blackline tilefish
- Blueline tilefish
- Cubera snapper
- Gag grouper
- Goldface tilefish
- Goliath grouper
- Gray snapper
- Gray triggerfish
- Greater amberjack
- Hogfish
- Lane snapper
- Lesser amberjack
- Mutton snapper
All Louisiana saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Most anglers need a Louisiana saltwater license or registry: get one here.