Recently Booked Black Drum Fishing Charters In North Carolina
Nearshore, Jetty Fishing in Harkers Island
Nearshore Fly Fishing
Inshore Fishing in North Topsail Beach
Topsail Island Area/New River
Inshore Fishing in Sneads Ferry
4-8 Hour Inshore Trip
Pamlico Sound & Hatteras Inshore
Inshore Fishing in Ocean Isle Beach
Carolina Coast Inshore
Inshore, Flats Fishing in Beaufort
Inshore (AM)
Top Types of Black Drum Trips in North Carolina
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Everything to Know About Booking a North Carolina black drum fishing charter
What are the best black drum fishing charters in North Carolina?
The best black drum fishing charters in North Carolina are:
- Flyin Tide Charters guided by Spencer C.
- Breadman Ventures Guide Service guided by Allen J.
- Finchasers USA Charters guided by Jack J. with 24 years of experience
- Let's Hook Up Charters guided by Jason G. with 33 years of experience
- Above C Level Adventures guided by Clay M.
Why should I book a black drum fishing charter in North Carolina with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 62 black drum trips in North Carolina, and the most popular trips in the area are Nearshore Fly Fishing guided by Joe, Topsail Island Area/New River guided by Allen, and 4-8 Hour Inshore Trip guided by Kevin.
Our guides in North Carolina are rated a 4.98 out of 5 based on 9629 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 North Carolina? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in North Carolina.
What types of black drum fishing charters are common in North Carolina?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black drum in North Carolina as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.
The most common fishing techniques in North Carolina are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and artificial lure fishing but bottom fishing and jigging are popular as well.
How much do North Carolina black drum fishing charters cost?
Prices for black drum in North Carolina can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,700, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in North Carolina is $755. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in North Carolina is $1,169.
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 North Carolina?
The most popular season for black drum fishing in North Carolina is summer, and most anglers book their trips 17 days in advance.
Do I need a North Carolina fishing license for black drum and what are the bag limits for black drum in North Carolina?
See here for more information on fishing licenses in North Carolina, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in North Carolina. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in North Carolina.
Recent Reviews
Excellent experience! Rick was very knowledgeable and personable. He was not afraid to change locations and tactics to ensure the best experience. I would definitely fish with him again.
Robert J. | October 20, 2026
Great time in perfect weather ! Caught a lot and learned a lot from Jason. If you have never been fishing off the coast call him. He’s patient, knowledgeable and fun to be around. If you have fished off the coast some but want to go out deep sea fishing call Jason. He’s can make that happen too. That’s who I’m going to call for my next trip.
John B. | October 18, 2026
Jason was excellent, very friendly, great guide, and would highly recommend!!
Samantha F. | October 10, 2026
Very pleasant and knowledgeable local guide. He got me on some fish and we caught a bunch.
Karen B. | September 19, 2026
Trip: 3-8 Hour Inshore Trip
Captain Drew took us out on a fantastic half day inshore trip. I took my son (9 y/o) and one of my buddies from college. His boat was super clean and well equipped for our charter. He had all the tackle we needed for successful time on the water. This guy knows how to fish: within 10 minutes of getting to our first spot, we already had a fish on the line: an over slot red drum. The second drum was a keeper and Drew kindly fileted it for us afterward (red drum grilled on the half shell is now one of my favorites). We moved to a few different spots throughout the morning and all together we caught about 9 fish. We let all but one go. Captain Drew really knows these waters and he was able to cater to more novice anglers and kids (my son and i) as well as more experienced anglers (my buddy) on the same trip. If i make it back to the carolina coast again, I would absolutely book Captain Drew
Alan G. | September 2, 2026
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Other Fishing Species in North Carolina
- Almaco Jack
- Amberjack
- Atlantic Mackerel
- Barracuda
- Black Seabass
- Blacktip Shark
- Bluefish
- Bonito
- Bonnethead Shark
- Bull Shark
- Cobia
- Crab
- Cubera Snapper
- False Albacore
- Flounder
- Gag Grouper
- Grunt
- Hammerhead Shark
- Jack Crevalle
- Kingfish
- Ladyfish
- Largemouth Bass
- Mahi Mahi
- Nurse Shark
- Red Snapper
- Redfish
- Sandbar Shark
- Scup
- Shad
- Sheepshead
- Shrimp
- Spadefish
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout
- Stingray
- Striped Bass (Rockfish)
- Tarpon
- Tautog
- Tiger Shark
- Triggerfish
- Tripletail
- Vermillion Snapper
- Weakfish
- Whiting
The Best Places to Fish in North Carolina
- Atlantic Beach, NC
- Beaufort, NC
- Carolina Beach, NC
- Cedar Island, NC
- Cedar Point, NC
- Hampstead, NC
- Harkers Island, NC
- Hatteras, NC
- Kure Beach, NC
- Manteo, NC
- Morehead City, NC
- Nags Head, NC
- New Bern, NC
- Newport, NC
- North Topsail Beach, NC
- Oak Island, NC
- Ocean Isle Beach, NC
- Sneads Ferry, NC
- Surf City, NC
- Wanchese, NC
- Washington, NC
- Wilmington, NC
- Wrightsville Beach, NC
