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 Port O Connor. Right now in February, activity is low.
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Black Drum
The bays around Port O'Connor are prime locations for targeting black drum, especially the larger, breeding-size fish. These powerful fish are often found in deeper channels and around oyster reefs within Espiritu Santo Bay and Matagorda Bay. While drum can be caught year-round, the best time to target them is during the spring spawning season. Use fresh shrimp or crab fished on the bottom. A Carolina rig is a reliable setup. A key piece of local knowledge: the ICW (Intracoastal Waterway) near Port O'Connor is a highway for black drum, particularly around bridge pilings and channel markers. Be prepared for a tough fight; black drum are strong and can put up a serious battle. Also, be mindful of the soft mud bottoms in some areas; anchoring carefully is essential. Black drum in this area are known to reach impressive sizes, with fish over 50 pounds not uncommon.
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 in Port O Connor?
Black Drum in Port O Connor respond well to a variety of baits. Popular choices include live shrimp, blue crab, and dead baitfish fished on the bottom.
What is the daily bag limit for Black Drum in Texas?
In Texas, you can keep up to 5 Black Drum per day.
Are there size restrictions for Black Drum I catch in Port O Connor?
Yes, Texas has a slot limit. You can only keep Black Drum that are between 14 and 30 inches in length.
Do I need a special license to fish for Black Drum in Port O Connor?
Yes, you'll need a valid Texas Saltwater Fishing License to legally target Black Drum in the saltwater or brackish waters around Port O Connor.
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