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Inshore, Nearshore, Lake, Flats in New Orleans

Half Day NOLA Fishing

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19 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in New Orleans

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in New Orleans

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24 ft 1 - 10 People From $525
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Inshore Fishing in New Orleans

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25 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in New Orleans

New Orleans Shallow Water Slam

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Inshore, Jetty, Lake, Flats in New Orleans

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Inshore, Jetty, Lake, Flats in New Orleans

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19 ft 1 - 6 People From $475
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Saint Bernard

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,950
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Inshore Fishing in Delacroix

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24 ft 1 - 2 People From $500
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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Everything to Know About Booking a New Orleans black drum fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 36 black drum trips in New Orleans, and the most popular trips in the area are Catching New Orleans guided by Drake, Inshore Fishing in Louisiana guided by Brad, and South Louisiana guided by Frenchy.

Our guides in New Orleans are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 5080 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 New Orleans? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in New Orleans.

What types of black drum fishing charters are common in New Orleans?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black drum in New Orleans as well as flats fishing, lake fishing, and jetty fishing.

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

How much do New Orleans black drum fishing charters cost?

Prices for black drum in New Orleans can range anywhere from about $698 to $4,100, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in New Orleans is $2,000. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in New Orleans is $1,835.

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 New Orleans?

The most popular season for black drum fishing in New Orleans is spring, and most anglers book their trips 22 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Captain Brad took us straight to the fish. Great haul!! Great time.

    Levon F. | July 3, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing in Louisiana

  • ★★★★★
    Very pleased especially for my first time salt water fishing.

    Robert E. | May 26, 2025

    Trip: Half Day NOLA Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    My wife and I fished with Captain Frenchy. It was a great time and he worked hard to continually put us on fish. Cpt Frenchy is a pleasure to spend time with and I would highly recommend him for anyone looking to catch fish and have a great time on the water.

    David D. | April 13, 2025

    Trip: Trout and Redfish Full Bite

  • ★★★★★
    Best charter experience! The captain was very easy to communicate with prior to the day and was obviously looking to provide a great experience. It was easy to see he was also excited when we caught a record breaking red drum and alligator gar plus a numerous variety of other fish. We will definitely be back!

    Sandra L. | April 4, 2025

    Trip: Lake Pontchartrain Gar Trip

  • ★★★★★
    When I tell you a time was had!!! We had a group of 6 so we teamed up with Capt Shawn and Capt. Chad. The laughs started within 10 minutes of arriving to the dock! Both captains were very experienced, knowledgeable, hospitable and definitely made sure they put us in the best spots to catch fish!! We hooked multiple bull reds, speckle trout, sheepsheads and drum!! Definitely will be booking again very soon! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Carvin G. | March 25, 2025

    Trip: 7 Hour Trip

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