Barrelfish Fishing Charters

A deepwater species found along the Atlantic coast and Gulf of Mexico, typically at depths of 600 to 1,500 feet. Barrelfish are a prized catch on deep drop fishing trips, known for their excellent white meat similar to grouper. They typically weigh 10 to 30 pounds and are named for their habit of congregating around floating barrels and debris as juveniles. Known scientifically as Hyperoglyphe perciformis.

Barrelfish hold in deep rocky structure, submarine canyons, and wrecks at 600-1,500 feet, typically running 10-30 lbs, up to 50 lbs on the rod, with a fight rated medium, and table fare considered excellent.

Barrelfish charters on Party Boats USA depart from Texas, where local captains know the structure, depth, and seasonal windows that produce fish.