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Everything to Know About Booking a Crystal River black drum fishing charter
What are the best black drum fishing charters in the Crystal River?
The best black drum fishing charters in the Crystal River are:
Why should I book a black drum fishing charter in the Crystal River with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 10 black drum trips in the Crystal River, and the most popular trips in the area are Inshore Fishing Charter guided by Brian, Family Fishing Fun guided by Jayson, and Crushin' It Inshore Special guided by Leon.
Our guides in the Crystal River are rated a 5 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 the Crystal River? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in the Crystal River.
What types of black drum fishing charters are common in the Crystal River?
Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black drum in the Crystal River as well as flats fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.
The most common fishing techniques in the Crystal River are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and cut bait fishing but artificial lure fishing and bottom fishing are popular as well.
How much do Crystal River black drum fishing charters cost?
Prices for black drum in the Crystal River can range anywhere from about $460 to $1,230, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in the Crystal River is $699. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in the Crystal River is $684.
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 the Crystal River?
The most popular season for black drum fishing in the Crystal River is fall, and most anglers book their trips 38 days in advance.
Do I need a the Crystal River fishing license for black drum and what are the bag limits for black drum in the Crystal River?
See here for more information on black drum fishing licenses in the Crystal River, black drum bag limits, and fishing season regulations for black drum in the Crystal River. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right black drum rules and regulations in the Crystal River.
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Other Fishing Species in the Crystal River
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- Barracuda
- Black Seabass
- Blacktip Shark
- Blue Catfish
- Bonnethead Shark
- Bowfin
- Bull Shark
- Bullhead Catfish
- Cichlid
- Cobia
- Florida Pompano
- Flounder
- Gag Grouper
- Goliath Grouper
- Grunt
- Hammerhead Shark
- Hogfish
- Jack Crevalle
- Kingfish
- Ladyfish
- Lemon Shark
- Longnose Gar
- Mangrove Snapper
- Nurse Shark
- Peacock Bass
- Ray
- Red Grouper
- Redfish
- Scallop
- Scamp Grouper
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- Skate
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- Spanish Mackerel
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