Alabama state waters, out to 3 miles
Not named in AL code; treated under the unqualified 'Groupers 4 in aggregate' bag rule.
AL MRD 2026 · checked · likely · the official rulebook is the final word
Alabama state record
Outdoor Alabama Saltwater State Records · checked 2026-08-23
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Olive hind, dark saddles on the back, big blotchy spots. More on the rock hind page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Rock hind in other states9 rulebooks
Questions anglers ask5
What is the size limit for rock hind in Alabama?
No size limit.
How many rock hind can you keep in Alabama?
4 per person within 4-grouper aggregate. Aggregate: Grouper aggregate (4).
When is rock hind season in Alabama?
Open year-round.
What is the Alabama record rock hind?
3 lb 7.2 oz (2012).
How current is this Alabama rock hind rule?
Source: AL MRD 2026, last checked Sep 20, 2026. A watchman re-reads the agency's pages nightly. Rules change mid-season by proclamation; the official rulebook is the final word.
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