Río Buraleo

Running through Neuquén, Argentina, Río Buraleo is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Río Buraleo hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

-36.9837, -70.8632 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Neuquén

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Neuquén. Conditions at Río Buraleo may vary.

Rainbow troutBrown troutBrook troutLake charCommon carpCreole perch

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Brown trout

  When fishing streams, focus on seams and current breaks, where trout hold to ambush prey.

• For Brook trout

  Fish upstream, casting into pools and runs, allowing your bait or lure to drift naturally with the current for best results.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Neuquén.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Río Buraleo, make sure your licence covers Neuquén, Argentina and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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