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Red Snapper

Red Snapper Fishing Charters

Lutjanus campechanus

12 party boat charters across the United States

Recent Red Snapper Catches

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Hands down my favorite head boat.

Hands down my favorite head boat.

Charity ThomsonMiss Fort Pierce
WOW!!  What an awesome experience!!

WOW!! What an awesome experience!!

Michael LuersenEmerald Spirit
My first Red Snapper

My first Red Snapper

About Red Snapper

One of the most sought-after reef fish in the Gulf of America and South Atlantic. Red Snapper are known for their distinctive red coloring, firm white flesh, and excellent flavor. They are typically found near reefs, wrecks, and artificial structures in depths of 60 to 400 feet. Known scientifically as Lutjanus campechanus.

Red Snapper hold in reefs, wrecks, oil platforms, 60-200ft depth, typically running 5-25 lbs typical, 30+ possible on the rod, with a fight rated strong bottom fighter - powerful head shakes, and table fare considered premium - sweet, nutty, firm white flesh.

Red Snapper charters on Party Boats USA depart from Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas. Each coast has its own water, ports, and seasonal rhythm, so the best trip for you depends on where you are starting from and what kind of fishing day you want.

Category: Snappers
Also known as: American Red Snapper, Genuine Red Snapper, Pargo Colorado, Snapper

Quick Facts

Size Range

5-25 lbs typical, 30+ possible

Habitat

Reefs, wrecks, oil platforms, 60-200ft depth

Fight

Strong bottom fighter - powerful head shakes

Table Fare

Premium - sweet, nutty, firm white flesh