Río Mocotíes

Running through Mérida, Venezuela, Río Mocotíes 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 Mocotíes 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

8.4844, -71.5700 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Mérida

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Mérida. Conditions at Río Mocotíes may vary.

Fishing Techniques

• For Butterfly peacock bass

  Target structure like docks, submerged trees, and weed lines, varying your retrieve speed until you find what the fish prefer on that particular day.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Mérida.

Plan Your Trip

Planning a trip to Río Mocotíes? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. Venezuela regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Río Mocotíes — confirm them ahead of time.

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