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Sabine River

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Texas, United States

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General info

Sabine River is a stream located in Panola County, Texas, United States. It is also intersecting with Gregg County, Texas. It is most popular for fishing Blue catfish, White bass, and Alligator gar.

Location

32°13′17.4″N 94°15′53.2″W
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Official website

tpwd.texas.gov

Fishing regulations at Sabine River, TX

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Texas can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Blue catfish

Blue catfish

Regulation boundaryTexas State Waters
Bag limit25

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit25

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Restrictions & requirements

Spears

Harvest of this species by "spearing" is prohibited. Spearing includes the catching or taking of a fish by bow hunting, gigging, spearfishing, or by any device used to capture a fish by piercing the body.

Additional information
No minimum size, but only 10 of the 25 catfish bag limit can be 20-inches or greater in length; this applies to blue and channel catfish in any combination. Hook and line only. Statewide regulations apply to all public fresh waters except locations noted in the Exceptions to Statewide Freshwater Harvest Regulations.
Edibility
Very good
Synonyms
Ictalurus furcatus
Season open: year-round
White bass

White bass

Regulation boundaryTexas State Waters
Bag limit25

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size10" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
Statewide regulations apply to all public fresh waters except locations noted in the Exceptions to Statewide Freshwater Harvest Regulations.
Edibility
Very good
Synonyms
Morone chrysops
Season open: year-round
Alligator gar

Alligator gar

Regulation boundaryTexas State Waters
Bag limit1

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Additional information
No minimum or maximum size limit. Special restrictions apply to Alligator Gar, you must review TPWD Alligator Gar restrictions. Statewide regulations apply to all public fresh waters except locations noted in the Exceptions to Statewide Freshwater Harvest Regulations.
Edibility
Poor. Check out this monster alligator gar caught by BlueGabe!
Synonyms
Atractosteus spatula
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FAQ about Sabine River fishing

📍 Where is the Sabine River located?
the Sabine River is a stream located in Panola County, Texas, United States. It is also intersecting with Gregg County, Texas. Its coordinates are:
32°13′17.4″N 94°15′53.2″W
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🎣 Where on the Sabine River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Sabine River by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Sabine River?
The most common species in the Sabine River are:
  • Blue catfish - 16 members reported to have caught this fish
  • White bass - 10 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Alligator gar - 6 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Sabine River fishing reports?
The latest Sabine River fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Sabine River right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Sabine River, some of the species in season this November include: Atlantic bluefin tuna. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Sabine River?

Fishing in Texas requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Resident and non-resident licenses, including short-term and combination options, are available online or from licensed retailers statewide.

In Texas, no fishing license is required for anglers under 17 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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