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Catching New Orleans

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25 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Exploring The Louisiana Marsh

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24 ft 1 - 5 People From $525
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Inshore, Nearshore, Lake, Flats Fishing Charter in New Orleans

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19 ft 1 - 6 People From $475
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Inshore, Jetty, Lake, Flats Fishing Charter in New Orleans

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19 ft 1 - 6 People From $475
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Everything to Know About Booking a New Orleans black drum fishing charter

What are the best black drum fishing charters in New Orleans?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 41 black drum trips in New Orleans, and the most popular trips in the area are 1/2 Day or Full Day Skiff guided by Miles, Catching New Orleans guided by Drake, and Exploring the Louisiana Marsh guided by Brad.

Our guides in New Orleans are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 3716 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?

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

The most common fishing techniques in New Orleans are light tackle fishing, artificial lure fishing, and live bait fishing but bottom fishing and sight casting 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 $699 to $4,200, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in New Orleans is $1,992. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in New Orleans is $1,851.

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 fall, 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

  • ★★★★★
    So so much fun!!! He found all the good places my bestie got sea sick and our guide was the sweetest caring person he really helped her get past it and offered several times to take us back if needed! He even has a little potty for ladies on the boat so you don’t have to hang off the side!! We hit all of our red snapper limits before 10 and then got some trout and red fish! We also caught TONS of cool stuff that we threw back shark, little shark swimmer fish, angel fish, drum, and so many more!! Amazing trip!!

    Lindsey W. | July 8, 2024

    Trip: St. Bernard Red Snapper Special

  • ★★★★★
    Nick was great! Super knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely book with him again.

    Mary C. | June 29, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Spin Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Capt James was great. Knows his way around the water was able to bring us right to the fish everytime. Definitely would recommend. Can’t wait to come out again.

    Torren C. | June 27, 2024

    Trip: Lake Ponchartrain Lunkers

  • ★★★★★
    James is a true captain that has the fisherman in mind at all times. First he knows the area and is safe. He worked hard to get us on fish and we tried several areas before we were successful. He found the fish though and then we stayed to get some in the box. I have been on many fishing trips and James is at the top of my list. He is personable and cares about his clients. If your looking for a quality experienced Captain look no farther than James.

    Tim H. | June 16, 2024

    Trip: Lake Ponchartrain Lunkers

  • ★★★★★
    Mackie is very knowledgeable about the lake and has great patience. Within minutes after stopping I had a 20" redfish and Eddie had one hooked in the front of the boat. While we were reeling in, Kenny started fighting a 28"er!!

    Stewart T. | April 18, 2024

    Trip: Lake Pontchartrain Gar Trip

  • ★★★★★
    5 star Captain!! James is one of the best guides we have ever been out with. He put us on fish all day and worked hard to make sure we always had what we needed- he even shared his ball cap with me when he realized I had forgotten mine. I can not say enough good things about him, great fisherman and a great guy!!!

    Charlie B. | April 9, 2024

    Trip: Lake Ponchartrain Lunkers

  • ★★★★★
    10/10 with Mackie!! He went above and beyond and created an enjoyable and fun-filled experience catching numerous fish! Our recommendation is book with him and have a wonderful fishing trip! We rate him a 5 star captain!!

    Janitra S. | April 2, 2024

    Trip: Lake Pontchartrain Gar Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip! Thanks Captain Mackie,!

    George F. | December 30, 2023

    Trip: Lake Pontchartrain Gar Trip

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    Bridget N. | September 18, 2023

    Trip: Lake Pontchartrain Gar Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Brad was great! The fishing was amazing. It was easy and convenient to set up the trip. My husband and son had a fantastic time. It was definitely the highlight of our trip!

    Sarah E. | September 4, 2023

    Trip: Exploring the Louisiana Marsh

  • ★★★★★
    Mike did a great job trying to put us on fish we had a 25 mph wind all day which is tough fishing for anyone my 5 year old and my 10 year old went out with us Mike was patient with both of them and helped both of them land some fish while I was fishing as well Mike's boat is also top notch smooth ride got to listen to some good tunes as well thanks again Mike for making my boys first time on the water memorable we will be back to fish with you again!

    Brian H. | April 13, 2023

    Trip: St. Bernard Red Snapper Special

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great day with Seth despite the weather. I was only in town for 1 day and could not reschedule so we decided to go out and make the best of it. We caught a nice 22" redfish on first cast and after a few hours work we had another 22" and a fat 27" redfish in the boat. Seth stayed positive the whole day as we tried different spots and techniques. Will definitely fish with him again, hopefully in better weather.

    Simon S. | February 2, 2021

    Trip: 3/4 Day Fishing - 24’ Skeeter

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