Fishing Charters in Texas
Browse fishing charters in Texas that can help you catch black drum.
Texas Red Fish Adventures
Harlingen, Texas
The Lower Laguna Madre is one of the finest spots to fly fish for red fish (red drum), black drum, speckled trout, flounder, tarpon, snook, sheepshead, and ladyfish.
Big John's Fishing Guide
Port Isabel / South Padre Island , Texas - Red Fish - Trout - Snook - Black Drum - Flounder - Over 30 years of experience, you're guaranteed a catch of a lifetime!
South Texas Fly Fishing
South Texas saltwater fly fishing charters with captain Eric Knipling from Port O’Connor to Rockport TX. Catch Redfish, Sea Trout and Black Drum, large Jack Crevalle and Tarpon along the southern Texas Gulf Coast.
Kenjo Fly Fishing
Guided Texas Saltwater Fly Fishing Trips with Captain Kenjo. Come sight-casting in Port Aransas for redfish, black drum and speckled trout.
Days Off Outfitters
We love the fishing and hunting in Port O' Connor, Texas. Also known as POCTX! Fishing for Redfish, Trout, Flouder and Black Drum is plentiful in this location. Offshore season is enjoyed by catching Red Snapper, King Fish, and Dorado.
Salty Peters Guide Service
Photos from previous fishing trips. Big smiles and even bigger fish (redfish, trout, and black drum) in Port O/Connor.
Spot N' Tails Fishing Charters
Corpus Christi fishing charters in Corpus Christi Bay, Baffin Bay, Aransas Bay, Laguna Madre. No Fish No pay! Catch redfish, black drum, speckled trout, and flounder.
Escape Charters
We offer 8 hour bay fishing trips for up to 6 people to catch redfish, black drum and speckled trout or flounder.
Saltitude Outfitters
Rockport Texas Fishing Guide and Duck Hunting Guide - Capt. Sam Schiwart has years of experience fishing for redfish, speckled trout, black drum and flounder plus a variety of duck hunting trips are offered in the fall and winter months.
Jason Catchings Hunting & Fishing Adventures
Explore our premium fly and light tackle fishing adventures in Texas and Louisiana. Our guides have hundreds of years of combined fishing experience on the flats of the Texas Gulf Coast and the Marshes of Louisiana. Redfish, sea trout, black drum and more await. Our guides know how to put you on the fish.
Best Time to Catch Black Drum
Black Drum can be caught year-round in Horseshoe Bay. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Black Drum
Head to Horseshoe Bay, Texas, and you'll find some excellent opportunities to tangle with Black Drum, particularly in the brackish waters of the Colorado River delta and nearby bays. These fish are bottom feeders, so focus your efforts on areas with muddy or sandy bottoms, especially around oyster reefs and channels. Spring and fall are prime times, as the drum move into shallower areas to feed. A local's secret: Try fishing near the mouths of creeks and rivers that feed into the bay, especially during outgoing tides. Use fresh shrimp, crab, or cut bait on a Carolina rig. Black Drum in this area can reach impressive sizes, so be sure to use heavy tackle. The bite can be subtle, so pay close attention to your line and be ready to set the hook. Public access points are available around the bay, but a boat provides the best access to productive fishing areas.
How to Catch Black Drum
Black Drum Fishing Regulations in Texas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
14-30 inch slot limit
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Only one black drum over 30 inches may be retained per person per year.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait to use for Black Drum near Horseshoe Bay, Texas?
Black Drum are bottom feeders, so live or dead shrimp, crabs, and cut bait are all effective choices. Many anglers also have success with artificial lures that mimic these natural food sources.
What is the size limit for Black Drum in Horseshoe Bay, Texas?
Texas has a slot limit for Black Drum: you can only keep fish between 14 and 30 inches in length. This regulation helps to protect both juvenile and larger breeding fish.
How many Black Drum can I keep per day in Horseshoe Bay, TX?
The daily bag limit for Black Drum in Texas is 5 fish per person.
Do I need a special license to fish for Black Drum in Horseshoe Bay?
Yes, you need a Texas Saltwater Fishing License to legally fish for Black Drum in the saltwater and brackish waters around Horseshoe Bay.
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