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Inshore, Nearshore, River, Flats Fishing Charter in Apalachicola

Pristine Inshore

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $450
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Inshore, River, Flats Fishing Charter in Apalachicola

Apalachicola Inshore/Bay Trip

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Inshore Fishing Charter near Apalachicola

PCB Bay Fishing

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25 ft 1 - 2 People From $700
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Apalachicola

"Big Bend" Sight Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Apalachicola

8-Hour Inshore

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21 ft 1 - 2 People From $900
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Inshore Fishing Charter near Apalachicola

Surf Fishing

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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Apalachicola

4-Hour Inshore

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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Apalachicola

Inshore Fishing In Apalachicola

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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Apalachicola

6-Hour Inshore

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Inshore Fishing Charter near Apalachicola

Panama City Inshore

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28 ft 1 - 6 People From $720
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Everything to Know About Booking an Apalachicola black drum fishing charter

What are the best black drum fishing charters in Apalachicola?

Why should I book a black drum fishing charter in Apalachicola with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 black drum trips in Apalachicola, and the most popular trips in the area are Pristine Inshore guided by Greg and Apalachicola Inshore/Bay Trip guided by Jared.

Our guides in Apalachicola are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3806 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly black drum guides / fishing lessons in Apalachicola? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in Apalachicola.

What types of black drum fishing charters are common in Apalachicola?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black drum in Apalachicola as well as flats fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Apalachicola are artificial lure fishing, light tackle fishing, and sight casting but fly fishing and live bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do Apalachicola black drum fishing charters cost?

Prices for black drum in Apalachicola can range anywhere from about $475 to $1,750, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in Apalachicola is $850. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in Apalachicola is $1,110.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for black drum fishing in Apalachicola?

The most popular season for black drum fishing in Apalachicola is summer, and most anglers book their trips 23 days in advance.

Do I need a Apalachicola fishing license for black drum and what are the bag limits for black drum in Apalachicola?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Apalachicola, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Apalachicola. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Apalachicola.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    TJ does a tremendous job of guiding!! My son is beginning to fly fish and he was very patient and helped him improve a lot in a short period of time. I would highly recommend T.J!

    Blaine F. | December 3, 2024

    Trip: "Big Bend" Sight Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Max is the man! Had a great day chasing reds in the flats and creeks. 10/10 will be booking with Max next year!!!

    Andy B. | October 18, 2024

    Trip: 8-Hour Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing day out on the water with captain Greg. Not often you get to fill up the freezer with silver trout AND catch a couple monster redfish. Will be booking with him again next time we go out

    Tucker L. | October 14, 2024

    Trip: Pristine Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Greg was a terrific guide and put us on lots of fish (over 100 trout). Although it was an older boat it was spacious and large enough to make the fishing very enjoyable. His experience and patience was outstanding.

    James (. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Pristine Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Greg was awesome! Not only did he do a fantastic job with our charter (and 9 year old)...he also gave us a bunch of dinner recommendations to hit during our stay!

    Craig A. | July 9, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Inshore Action

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip!

    Jayden H. | July 4, 2024

    Trip: Pristine Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Met Captain Greg at 7am and had a good trip. He is native to the area and knows the water well. We decided to concentrate on white trout and caught about 50. He was very courteous and professional and I enjoyed fishing with him.

    Howard P. | July 2, 2024

    Trip: Pristine Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Captain John John and the deckhand Drew were very courteous and friendly. The bite was slow but they did everything they could to put us on fish. We ended up with a good catch and everyone had a great time. We will definitely be back next year.

    Mike K. | June 14, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Jimmy on the water today, he put us on the fish and we had a great time catching tons of speckled trout. Had two teenage girls with me and they had a great time also and Jimmy kept it light and entertaining the whole time. Couldn’t have asked for more. Will definitely look to have another trip with him soon. Thanks

    David P. | June 12, 2024

    Trip: Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Max was a great guide. Made the trip fun and was friendly and knowledgable. We’d fish with Max again.

    Joel D. | May 26, 2024

    Trip: Surf fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We were looking for a different kind of fishing trip and found it - we loved the surf fishing experience with Capt Max! He is a professional in every sense - he reached out to ensure we knew what to expect and where to meet. The beach location was easy to find & park and he had chairs & water waiting for us. Capt Max is very personable - loved hearing his story! The surf was very rough so we didn’t have high expectations, but Capt Max worked hard to find fish! We caught three nice pompano which he cleaned for us on the beach (they were delicious by the way!). Plus, we were treated to a beautiful sunset! What’s not to love?! No early morning, no bouncing around on a boat, spending time on the beach, great sunset, and a tasty dinner - perfect start to a beach vacay! Can’t wait to do it again and a big thank you to Capt Max!

    Steven K. | May 23, 2024

    Trip: Surf fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Greg did a great job, put us on fish immediately, Super friendly. I highly recommend.

    Chris S. | May 22, 2024

    Trip: Kids Fishing - 25’ Sea Born

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Jimmy is great! Kept us on fish the entire time. Thanks

    John W. | May 8, 2024

    Trip: Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Fishing with Captain Greg was great fun. Who knew redfish got that big! Thanks for the memories!

    Kay T. | April 15, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Inshore Action

  • ★★★★★
    Fun trip I hope to book with Brice again

    Glen K. | April 8, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Fishing in Apalachicola

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Greg was awesome !!! We had a great time !!

    Clint B. | March 28, 2024

    Trip: Pristine Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Greg did an outstanding job from start to finish. He was a total pro & texted ahead of time to give us a quick heads up for what to expect. Boat was super clean & in really great shape with plenty of comfortable seating. We were on Redfish from the jump!! Also caught a few beautiful grouper & other species. Greg was really patient with our 9yo, 13 yo, and 15 yo. Awesome trip for kids or experienced fishermen. We will definitely take another charter trip w Greg next time we are in PCB.

    Kathryn B. | November 27, 2023

    Trip: Kids Fishing - 25’ Sea Born

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time with Greg, he was so patient and great with the kids. No only did the boys get to fish they seen dolphins and at the end they even fed the pelican. Definitely a 5 ⭐️ experience!

    Stacey E. | May 30, 2023

    Trip: Kids Fishing - 25’ Sea Born

  • ★★★★★
    My family had the BEST experience with Captain Greg! They said he went above and beyond to ensure they had an amazing time !

    John S. | March 8, 2023

    Trip: Panama City Inshore Action

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, we had a blast!

    Donald S. | August 12, 2022

    Trip: Panama City Inshore Action

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