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.
Clear Lake Texas Fishing Trips
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 Lake Jackson. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Black Drum
If you're targeting Black Drum in the Lake Jackson area, you're in for a potentially rewarding experience. These powerful fish are abundant in the lower reaches of the Brazos River and the surrounding bays. Focus on areas with muddy bottoms and structure like docks, piers, and bridge pilings. The cooler months, particularly late fall and winter, can be very productive as the drum move into shallower waters. A local's secret? Try fishing around the Freeport harbor jetties; they hold some real bruisers. Use heavy tackle and natural baits like cracked crab or shrimp fished on the bottom. Black drum often feed by feel, so be patient and let them take the bait. Remember, these fish can get big, so be prepared for a fight! Pay attention to the tides – an outgoing tide often concentrates the drum near the mouths of creeks and channels.
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 a good bait to use for black drum in Lake Jackson?
Black drum in the Lake Jackson area are often caught using live or dead shrimp, as well as crabs and cut bait. Fishing near the bottom around structures like docks, piers, and oyster beds is often productive.
What size black drum can I keep in Texas?
Texas has a slot limit for black drum: you can only keep fish that are between 14 and 30 inches in length. This helps ensure a healthy population.
How many black drum can I keep per day in Lake Jackson?
The daily bag limit for black drum in Texas is 5 fish, provided they are within the 14-30 inch slot limit.
Do I need a license to fish for black drum in Lake Jackson, Texas?
Yes, you need a valid Texas Saltwater Fishing License to legally fish for black drum in the saltwater and brackish waters around Lake Jackson.
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