Río Pescado

Río Pescado cuts through Salta, Argentina and offers classic river fishing. The local patterns are the universal river patterns: fish the heads of pools at first light, the deep slow water in the middle of the day, and the tail-outs as light fades. Light tackle and a careful drift go a long way at Río Pescado — heavy splashes spook a whole pool.

Location

-22.6739, -64.6012 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Salta

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Salta. Conditions at Río Pescado may vary.

Golden doradoGrass carpArgentinian silversideTrahira

Fishing Techniques

• For Golden dorado

  Target areas with fast-moving water near submerged logs or rocky outcroppings, as golden dorado often ambush prey from these locations.

• For Grass carp

  Pre-baiting an area with corn or other plant matter for several days can concentrate grass carp and increase your chances of a catch.

• For Argentinian silverside

  Argentinian silverside often school, so once you find one, you'll likely find more in the same area; adjust your presentation to match the water depth.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Salta.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Río Pescado should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Salta before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Río Pescado.

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