How to catch Black Drum
Pogonias cromis
Black drum are heavy, crab-crushing cousins of the redfish that reach enormous sizes, common around jetties, bridges, and channels.
Where to find them
Channels, jetties, bridges, and oyster beds
Season
Spring spawning run for big fish; smaller fish year-round
Best baits & lures for Black Drum
Fish crab or shrimp on the bottom near structure. Big drum school in channels during the spring run.
Timing matters as much as tackle. Baitful reads the tide stage, pressure trend, solunar windows and weather at your spot and scores the bite, so you fish Black Drum when conditions line up.
Where to catch Black Drum
Catching Black Drum: FAQ
What's the best bait for Black Drum?
Proven options include blue crab, shrimp, clam. Fish crab or shrimp on the bottom near structure. Big drum school in channels during the spring run.
When is the best time to catch Black Drum?
Spring spawning run for big fish; smaller fish year-round. Day to day, moving water and low-light periods around dawn and dusk usually fish best.
Where do you find Black Drum?
Look for Channels, jetties, bridges, and oyster beds. Anglers target them at spots like Port Aransas.
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