Río Upano

Running through Morona Santiago, Ecuador, Río Upano 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 Upano 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

-2.7460, -78.2683 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Morona Santiago

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Morona Santiago. Conditions at Río Upano may vary.

Fishing Techniques

• For Striped mullet

  Use a slow, steady retrieve when using lures, as mullet are not aggressive strikers; Chumming with bread can concentrate mullet in an area.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Morona Santiago.

Plan Your Trip

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

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