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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Galveston

Galveston Jetty Roundup

100% (10) Guided by Shannon
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in South Padre Island

South Padre Bay Fishing

100% (2) Guided by Jonathan
23 ft 1 - 5 People From $475
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats in Port Aransas

Coastal Bend Inshore Slam

100% (16) Guided by Alex
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats in Port Aransas

Port Aransas Inshore Adventure

100% (26) Guided by Corey
23 ft 1 - 5 People From $425
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty Fishing in Galveston

Epic Jetty Trip - 26' Angler

97% (73) Managed by Meghan
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats in Port Aransas

Epic Inshore Fishing

100% (2) Guided by Steven
26 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Aransas Pass

Flats And Backwaters On Artificials

97% (38) Managed by Larry
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Galveston

Half Day Galveston Inshore Trip

83% (6) Guided by Shawn
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Rockport

Rockport Bay Slam

100% (14) Guided by Tommy
22 ft 1 - 5 People From $575
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Cast & Blast in Rockport

Texas Coast Cast And Blast

100% (10) Guided by Brody
23 ft 1 - 5 People From $800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Corpus Christi

Morning Fishing Trip - 5 Hour!!!

100% (7) Guided by Shayne
25 ft 1 - 10 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty Fishing in Galveston

Bay/Jetty Fun! - 33'

100% (8) Managed by Jeff
33 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Everything to Know About Booking a Texas black drum fishing charter

What are the best black drum fishing charters in Texas?

The best black drum fishing charters in Texas are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 302 black drum trips in Texas, and the most popular trips in the area are Galveston Jetty Roundup guided by Shannon, South Padre Bay Fishing guided by Jonathan, and Coastal Bend Inshore Slam guided by Alex.

Our guides in Texas are rated a 4.88 out of 5 based on 3919 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 Texas? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in Texas.

What types of black drum fishing charters are common in Texas?

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

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

How much do Texas black drum fishing charters cost?

Prices for black drum in Texas can range anywhere from about $550 to $1,800, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in Texas is $859. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in Texas is $1,170.

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 Texas?

The most popular season for black drum fishing in Texas is summer, and most anglers book their trips 15 days in advance.

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

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Texas, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Texas. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Texas.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Corey was awesome, I definitely recommend using him as a guide! He communicated well before the trip, and morning of. He has a calm demeanor, easy to talk to. He knows good spots, put us on the fish right before a storm. Great trip.

    Vivian G. | January 19, 2025

    Trip: Port Aransas Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    The Esther had turned cold and windy but Alex still got us our limit in an hour!

    Brad B. | January 12, 2025

    Trip: Coastal Bend Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Larry was an absolute rock star!! My previous reservation fell through with another company and he gladly cleared his schedule to take my son and I on our first inshore fishing trip. Lots of fun, education and fish activity. We will definitely be booking with him again.

    Erik P. | January 12, 2025

    Trip: Backwaters Catch and Release

  • ★★★★★
    We had a nice morning fishing the bay with Augustin! Not many fish wanted to be caught, but our guide tried very hard to get us on 'em! Bonus was a side trip to see Space X from the water and some dolphin play! Highly recommend.

    Amy L. | January 2, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Captain Doug. Very knowledgeable and he had us on fish in no time. He worked well with adults and the kids we brought along. Highly recommend

    Wes S. | December 28, 2024

    Trip: Laguna Madre Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Arturo did a great job job getting us on the fish!! Arturo kept it fun the whole time and I was amazed at his fishing skills. We thoroughly enjoyed it!!

    Michael W. | December 24, 2024

    Trip: Full or Half Day Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Andrew and team catching fish and navigating the waves. We were put right on the best areas to catch the snapper we were after. Also, when we forgot a jacket onboard in all the excitement of disembarking, Captain Andrew went out of his way to get it back to us. Thank you for helping make my husbands birthday one to remember!

    Amanda R. | December 21, 2024

    Trip: State Water Reef / Shrimp Boat / Rigs

  • ★★★★★
    5 stars!! He was awesome and really tried to get on some fish. We learned so much and he answered all out questions and even non-fishing questions.about the area, history of Galveston, area attractions etc. He was amazing and we are so thankful we had this experience with Captain Shannon.

    Sherri M. | December 21, 2024

    Trip: Galveston Jetty Roundup

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely Amazing. Captain Leaf was wonderful in meeting our needs and he has 2 amazing sons Cole and Liam that made our trip very memorable. The boat was Fantastic and the trip was over the top and beating our expectations. We did the Rockport Flounder Gigging trip and we will be seeing them next in Freeport... Thanks again for the amazing trip!

    Russell C. | December 17, 2024

    Trip: Duck Hunt & Gigging Combo

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Larry is awesome. Learned so much from him and caught a bunch of fish in the process. Would recommend to anyone

    Trenton D. | December 15, 2024

    Trip: Flats and Backwaters on Artificials

  • ★★★★★
    Got out with Mitch for a buddy's bachelor party and had an absolute blast! Some of the guys hadn't fished in a while (or at all) but Mitch was super patient in showing them the ropes. Mitch fishes super high quality tackle, had plenty of bait, and the boat was running smooth. We ripped it to a number of spots from surf fishing outside the jetties to countless inshore spots. We missed a few bites but had an awesome time, thanks Mitch! – Jonathan with Captain Experiences

    Jonathan N. | December 9, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip Clems Marina

  • ★★★★★
    Fished with Nino while down for a bachelor party and had an absolute blast. Many of the guys hadn't fished in a while but Nino showed em the ropes and had high quality tackle and plenty of bait. Put us on a nice flounder and countless specks. Thank Nino, will be back soon! – Jonathan with Captain Experiences

    Jonathan N. | December 9, 2024

    Trip: Tejas Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Very knowledgeable. Great guy to spend the day with. Caught our limits of fish. Awesome time despite cold wet weather.

    Trenton D. | December 8, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Redfish and Trout

  • ★★★★★
    Travis did great getting us into some fish and showing us the ropes of wade fishing. Would definitely recommend him!

    Casey L. | December 2, 2024

    Trip: Inshore/Flats Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had an outstanding time and look forward to the next trip. Great captain and an awesome guy !

    Robert G. | December 1, 2024

    Trip: Galveston Jetty Roundup

  • ★★★★★
    Cpt Joe provide a great experience. Put us on fish, was very engaging and made everthing easy. Highly recommend.

    James C. | November 29, 2024

    Trip: Morning Relaxation - 25’ Sundance

  • ★★★★★
    We had a wonderful trip! Even though we were not experienced fishermen, we caught more fish than we had expected! Captain Blake was patient, encouraging, and a pleasure to spend the day with....

    Edward F. | November 27, 2024

    Trip: Bay/Jetty Fun! - 33'

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Bubba let us catch some live bait and then took us to the Bull Reds and everyone caught their limit and had plenty of catch and release after. Was a great experience and would definitely book again

    Eric F. | November 25, 2024

    Trip: Bay and Jetty Trip - 26' Century

  • ★★★★★
    Travis did a great job. Very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend him.

    Alex B. | November 24, 2024

    Trip: Inshore/Flats Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Brody is the goat!

    David T. | November 24, 2024

    Trip: Texas Coast Cast and Blast

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