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Everything to Know About Booking a Mississippi River black drum fishing charter
What are the best black drum fishing charters in the Mississippi River?
The best black drum fishing charters in the Mississippi River are:
Why should I book a black drum fishing charter in the Mississippi River with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 black drum trips in the Mississippi River, and the most popular trips in the area are Afternoon Big Group Excursion guided by Gavin, Morning Big Group Excursions guided by Gavin, and The Best Fly Fishing New Orleans guided by Dillon.
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 Mississippi River? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in the Mississippi River.
What types of black drum fishing charters are common in the Mississippi River?
Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black drum in the Mississippi River as well as flats fishing, lake fishing, and river fishing.
The most common fishing techniques in the Mississippi River are sight casting, drift fishing, and trolling but live bait fishing and light tackle fishing are popular as well.
How much do Mississippi River black drum fishing charters cost?
Prices for black drum in the Mississippi River can range anywhere from about $2,250 to $6,675, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in the Mississippi River is $4,569. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in the Mississippi River is $4,167.
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 Mississippi River?
The most popular season for black drum fishing in the Mississippi River is fall, and most anglers book their trips 29 days in advance.
Do I need a the Mississippi River fishing license for black drum and what are the bag limits for black drum in the Mississippi River?
See here for more information on black drum fishing licenses in the Mississippi River, black drum bag limits, and fishing season regulations for black drum in the Mississippi River. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right black drum rules and regulations in the Mississippi River.
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