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Everything to Know About Booking a Choctawhatchee Bay black drum fishing charter

What are the best black drum fishing charters in Choctawhatchee Bay?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 black drum trips in Choctawhatchee Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Inshore Insanity guided by Hunter, Nighttime Bowfishing Adventure guided by Joey, and Fun and Fish Combo guided by Joey.

Our guides in Choctawhatchee Bay are rated a 4.95 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 Choctawhatchee Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in Choctawhatchee Bay.

What types of black drum fishing charters are common in Choctawhatchee Bay?

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

The most common fishing techniques in Choctawhatchee Bay are light tackle fishing, artificial lure fishing, and bottom fishing but live bait fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.

How much do Choctawhatchee Bay black drum fishing charters cost?

Prices for black drum in Choctawhatchee Bay can range anywhere from about $498 to $1,400, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in Choctawhatchee Bay is $791. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in Choctawhatchee Bay is $1,068.

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 Choctawhatchee Bay?

The most popular season for black drum fishing in Choctawhatchee Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 14 days in advance.

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

See here for more information on black drum fishing licenses in Choctawhatchee Bay, black drum bag limits, and fishing season regulations for black drum in Choctawhatchee Bay. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right black drum rules and regulations in Choctawhatchee Bay.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best time! Bowfishing is one of our favorite sports and being able to have the opportunity to take this trip was without a doubt the coolest experience! Thank you again for a great night!

    Kyle S. | September 11, 2024

    Trip: Nighttime Bowfishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    If you don’t book with Jayson you shouldn’t even come to Destin. You might as well cancel your entire trip if you don’t book with Jayson. I’d rather spend 4 hours fishing with Jayson than 7 days at the beach because I’d spend those 7 days seeing Jayson crash through the waves catching fish as big as a small child. If it ain’t Jay-son I ain’t gonna pay-son!

    Jordan A. | August 8, 2024

    Trip: Captain's Discretion

  • ★★★★★
    Great day and fish caught!

    Thomas M. | August 1, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    Melissa is a great guide Definitely will charter with her again She is a lot of fun

    Kirk L. | July 28, 2024

    Trip: Nighttime Bowfishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Hunter was our guide for the trip and was a pleasure to fish with. Very knowledgeable. New where to go, took care of our 2 teenage boys from baiting all our hooks to untangling the boys quite a few times with a smile. We enjoyed the trip and will be calling again ne t year when we come back.

    Jeffrey B. | June 29, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    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

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

    John W. | May 8, 2024

    Trip: Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We were set up to go out with Joey, but there was a last minute change to Captain Taylor. He was a very knowledgeable and patient guide and was great with the kids. Weather was cool and cloudy to start, but he eventually put us on some fish and was a great family experience. It was a catch and release trip which was slightly disappointing but hey, still had a blast. Would definitely book again, hope to return for an offshore experience soon!! Thank you Captain Taylor!!!

    Matthew L. | March 12, 2024

    Trip: Destin Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Good trip

    Webster J. | October 19, 2023

    Trip: Fisherman’s Special

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Joey did a great job helping us have a good time on our night bowfishing trip! Although we weren’t the best shots he continued to encourage and provide guidance until it finally paid off 😊. Definitely a highlight of our vacation!!!

    Valerie S. | August 5, 2023

    Trip: Nighttime Bowfishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide, put us on a lot of fish!

    Jr E. | August 3, 2023

    Trip: Nighttime Bowfishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had an outstanding time! Capt. Joey was very down to Earth, knowledgeable, and professional in his role. One of the best outdoor trips I have had!

    Brett J. | July 13, 2023

    Trip: Nighttime Bowfishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Trey was awesome. The wind was high, water was rough and bite was slow but Trey worked very hard to find fish. We only caught 1 redfish but it was not from a lack of trying. He talked and cut jokes with the kids and made the day fun. He kept “Bocephus” rocking the radio too. I will definitely book with Trey next time we’re in town.

    Scotty L. | June 15, 2023

    Trip: Santa Rosa Beach Hook-Up

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Mike, was great, first class captain. Put us on the fish, will fish with him again!

    Matthew T. | June 9, 2023

    Trip: 3-Hour Kids Fun Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Brandon was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and patient with the 2 teens I had with me. I would recommend for both beginners and experienced anglers.

    Bryan H. | April 3, 2023

    Trip: Santa Rosa Beach Inshore Special

  • ★★★★★
    Unfortunately we all wet shut out for the day but Captain Trey tried really hard to find fish.

    Andy M. | January 5, 2023

    Trip: Santa Rosa Beach Hook-Up

  • ★★★★★
    My som (age 10) and I went out this morning on a 4-hour charter, and we had a fantastic time! Super clean boat with plenty of room, and he knew all the best spots for redfish and trout. Captain Josh was great with my son, and I wouldn't hesitate to book with him again.

    Matthew A. Madison M. | July 27, 2022

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 22’ Century

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jimmy was awesome! The weather was not co-operating with us, but the Captain did everything that he could to get us on fish. we did catch a few - they just we not big enough to keep (spotted trout were 13" - 14") I think the Captain was more upset about us not catching fish than we were. Thank you Captain Jimmy!

    Terry V. | July 18, 2022

    Trip: Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jimmy is a gentleman and a scholar! I had one of the best days on the water. This was my first time salt water fishing and he got me hooked 🪝!!

    Charlie P. | November 19, 2021

    Trip: Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Jimmy thank you for being a great guide and person. You helped make the trip memorable we appreciate it very much.

    Herbert G. | July 28, 2021

    Trip: Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

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