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
Peak season: May, June. Also good: March, April, July, August, September. Right now in June, activity is excellent.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Black Drum
Black Drum is a popular gamefish species.
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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
When is the best time to catch Black Drum in Melville, LA?
The best months for Black Drum in Melville are May, June. As of June, activity is rated excellent.
What are the Black Drum fishing regulations in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the season is year-round, the daily bag limit is 5 per day, the minimum size is 16-inch minimum; only one fish over 27 inches may be kept. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the Louisiana wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Black Drum in Louisiana?
Basic Fishing License; Saltwater License. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
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