Fish We Target on the Gulf Coast
At Pier Pressure Charters, we target some of the Gulf Coast’s most exciting and delicious fish. Whether you’re looking for a trophy catch, a fierce fight, or fresh fillets for dinner, our trips have something for everyone.
Offshore Favorites
Yellowfin Tuna
Known for their blistering speed and powerful fight, yellowfin are one of the Gulf’s ultimate gamefish. Excellent odds in season, and incredible on the grill or as sushi-grade fillets.
Swordfish
Deep-dwelling and powerful. A rare but rewarding catch.
Wahoo
One of the fastest fish in the ocean. Strikes hard and runs harder, with firm, tasty fillets.
Mahi-Mahi (Dorado)
Vibrant colors and acrobatic fights make mahi a charter favorite. Their mild, sweet flavor is perfect for the table.
Blackfin Tuna
Smaller cousin of the yellowfin, but just as fun to catch and delicious to eat.
Reef & Wreck Species
A Gulf Coast classic. Hard fighters with flaky, white meat that’s considered a delicacy. Highly regulated with specific open seasons.
Red Snapper
Vermilion & Lane Snapper
Smaller but equally tasty snapper species, often found in big schools.
Found around structures and reefs, a smart fighter and a great eating fish.
Mangrove Snapper
Strong fighters that like to dive for cover. Excellent odds during the season and a top-notch table fish.
Gag Grouper
Nicknamed “Reef Donkey” for their stubborn fight. A true workout for anglers!
Amberjack (Greater)
Nearshore Action
Fast, flashy, and thrilling to hook on light tackle. Great for smoking and grilling.
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Smaller but aggressive, perfect for family fun.
Spanish Mackerel
Cobia (Ling / Lemonfish)
Curious and hard-fighting, often spotted near buoys and wrecks. Mild, delicious fillets.
Found floating near buoys and debris, these flat, strong fish are surprisingly tasty.
Tripletail
Inshore & Bay Catches
The Gulf Coast’s signature inshore fish. Powerful tailing runs and excellent fillets.
Redfish (Red Drum)
Speckled Trout
A local favorite, especially for light-tackle anglers. Delicious pan-fried or grilled.
Masters of camouflage, with delicate, sweet meat. Seasonal closures may apply.
Flounder
Recognizable by their human-like teeth. Fun to catch around docks and structures, excellent eating.
Sheepshead
With such variety, every trip is a chance at something special — whether it’s a bucket-list trophy offshore or a cooler full of inshore favorites
GET IN TOUCH
Tel. 662-256-0965
pierpressurecharters@yahoo.com
3308 Mary Walker Dr. Gautier, MS 39553
© 2025 by Pier Pressure Charters