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 Matagorda. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Black Drum
Looking to tangle with a Black Drum in Matagorda Bay? This area is a fantastic spot to target these powerful fish. Focus your efforts around structures like the Matagorda Bay jetties, the Causeway bridge pilings, and near oyster reefs, where they forage for crustaceans and mollusks. Spring and fall are peak seasons as water temperatures are moderate and bait is abundant. A simple but effective rig is a Carolina rig with a live or dead shrimp, or a chunk of crab. The deeper channels and cuts within the bay are also worth exploring. A local tip: Black Drum often travel in schools, so if you catch one, stick around as there are likely more nearby. Be prepared for a strong fight, especially with larger specimens. Consider using heavier tackle to handle the drum's powerful runs. The drum here are known for their good size and abundance.
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 daily bag limit for Black Drum in Matagorda, Texas?
You can keep up to 5 Black Drum per day.
Is there a size restriction on Black Drum in Matagorda Bay?
Yes, Black Drum must be within the 14-30 inch slot limit to be legal to keep.
Do I need a saltwater fishing license to catch Black Drum in Texas?
Yes, a valid Texas saltwater fishing license is required.
Can I fish for Black Drum throughout the year in Matagorda?
Yes, the Black Drum season is open year-round.
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