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Recently Booked Black Drum Fishing Charters In Tarpon Springs, Fl

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Flats in Tarpon Springs

Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Riverview

Half Day Tampa Bay Fishing

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $300
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Fun Trip 3 Hour To Catch Fish

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25 ft 1 - 8 People From $400
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Inshore, River, Flats in Tampa

Tampa Bowfishing

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $525
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Clearwater

Clearwater Inshore/Nearshore

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25 ft 1 - 10 People From $700
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Clearwater

Fly Fishing / Artificial

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17 ft 1 - 4 People From $450

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Palm Harbor

Fishing Inshore Adventure

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Nearshore Fishing in Treasure Island

Inshore/Nearshore Fishing 4-8 Hours

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26 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Clearwater

Inshore 2 Hour

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Hudson

Inshore Fishing Charter Hudson

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Clearwater

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Clearwater

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Everything to Know About Booking a Tarpon Springs black drum fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 29 black drum trips in Tarpon Springs, and the most popular trips in the area are Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing guided by Ben, Half Day Tampa Bay Fishing guided by Matt, and Fun Trip 3 Hour To Catch Fish guided by Joe.

Our guides in Tarpon Springs are rated a 4.97 out of 5 based on 5945 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 Tarpon Springs? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in Tarpon Springs.

What types of black drum fishing charters are common in Tarpon Springs?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black drum in Tarpon Springs as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Tarpon Springs are bottom fishing, heavy tackle fishing, and light tackle fishing but trolling and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

How much do Tarpon Springs black drum fishing charters cost?

Prices for black drum in Tarpon Springs can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,900, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in Tarpon Springs is $747. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in Tarpon Springs is $1,351.

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 Tarpon Springs?

The most popular season for black drum fishing in Tarpon Springs is spring, and most anglers book their trips 13 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Ben gave us a great day out on the water and I learned a lot too! This was the perfect gift for my Dad!

    Adam J. | November 23, 2025

    Trip: Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    What can I say about this trip. Yes I'm sure we got a bit lucky, but Captain Jake got his own bait, put us on fish immediately and we had a blast. We caught 6 different species on light tackle from spanish mackerel, to catfish, to black tip sharks. It was already an amazing trip. Then we got the heavy tackle out and hooked into a hammerhead, more black tips, and the absolute icing on the cake was a giant 150 lb Tarpon. This was my dream, and Jake made it happen. I couldn't recommend him more. He is very knowledgeable, takes his profession very seriously and is fun and personable at the same time! Do not hesitate to pick captain Jake for your next trip

    Jarrod R. | September 23, 2025

    Trip: 4hr 6hr Or 8hr Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike did a great job finding fish and sting rays. Awesome boat, great night on the water

    Bryan H. | July 12, 2025

    Trip: Bowfishing The Tampa Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Wonderful time on the water. Captain George was extremely pleasant, knowledgeable and active in catching all types of inshore fish. Definitely would use again.

    Anthony P. | June 8, 2025

    Trip: St Petersburg Inshore Fishing!!!

  • ★★★★★
    Garret, did a wonderful job guiding us to the perfect fishing spots. One of the best fishing charters we have been on. We caught our limit on trout. We also caught yellow jack fish , Spanish mackerel, one lemon shark, grouper , and lady fish. Best experience.

    Quinton K. | May 28, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Trip – Inshore

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