Fishing Charters in Louisiana
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Redfish Nation Fishing Charters
Our fishing charters include bait, fuel, ice, cold drinking water, and fishing equipment. Experience redfish, speckled trout, black drum, flounder and more.
Southern Fly Expeditions - New Orleans Fly Fishing Charter
Join Southern Fly Expeditions and Capt. Brandon Keck at 156 Millaudon St. New Orleans , LA 70118 318-458-6862 email us with any questions or comments at [email protected] Book the best New Orleans fly fishing charters and guides for redfish near the gulf of Louisiana. Saltwater fly fishing for redfish here in the Louisiana marsh is the best in the world. Fly fishing for bull redfish, black drum, and more or light tackle sight fishing for bull redfish and more can be done near New Orleans, Louisiana year-round. Call or book today!
Reel Southern Fishing Charters, LLC
At Reel southern fishing charter, you get to enjoy the day fishing with experienced guide Captain Ryan! He specializes in inshore fishing for speckled trout, redfish, sheepshead, black drum & flounder in the beautiful waters of Hopedale, LA.
South Louisiana Redfishing Charters
South Louisiana fishing charters. Inshore fishing trips for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Black Drum and Sheepshead on Vermilion Bay, Cypremort Point, La. fishing near Lafayette Louisiana. Capt. Guided fishing trips on Vermilion Bay. The best Red fishing and Speckled trout hot spots for fishing near Lafayette La.
Best Time to Catch Black Drum
Black Drum can be caught year-round in Grand Isle. Right now in February, activity is low.
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Black Drum
If you're targeting Black Drum around Grand Isle, Louisiana, you're in for a treat. This area, with its mix of saltwater and brackish estuaries, provides ideal habitat for these hard-fighting fish. Focus your efforts around structures like the Caminada Pass jetties, bridge pilings, and oyster beds, especially during the cooler months of fall and early spring when the drum are actively feeding. Black Drum in this region are opportunistic feeders, so use live or dead shrimp, crabs, or even cut bait presented on the bottom. A Carolina rig is your best bet to combat the current. Keep an eye on water clarity – drum prefer slightly murky water. Access is easy via several public boat launches, but remember to check tide charts before heading out; low tide can expose oyster beds and make navigation tricky. The drum in Grand Isle can reach impressive sizes, so be prepared for a good fight!
How to Catch Black Drum
Black Drum Fishing Regulations in Louisiana
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
16-inch minimum; only one fish over 27 inches may be kept
License Required
Basic Fishing License; Saltwater License
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Louisiana state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait to use for black drum in Grand Isle?
Crabs, shrimp, and cut bait are all effective baits for black drum in the Grand Isle area. Focus on areas with structure like docks and pilings.
What are the size and bag limits for black drum in Grand Isle?
You can keep 5 black drum per day, with a minimum size of 16 inches. Only one fish over 27 inches may be kept.
Can I fish for black drum year-round in Grand Isle?
Yes, the season for black drum is open year-round in Louisiana.
Do I need a saltwater license to fish for black drum in Grand Isle?
Yes, you will need both a Basic Fishing License and a Saltwater License to fish for black drum in Grand Isle.
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