Río San Francisco

Flowing through Región Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile, Río San Francisco is a river that suits anglers willing to walk a bank. Most fish at Río San Francisco hold in identifiable lies — the same eddies, drop-offs, and shaded undercuts produce trip after trip. After heavy rain, Río San Francisco can colour up and rise quickly; that's often when bigger predators come out to feed, but wading conditions get dangerous.

Location

-33.3594, -70.3809 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Región Metropolitana de Santiago

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Región Metropolitana de Santiago. Conditions at Río San Francisco may vary.

Argentinian silversideCommon carpRainbow troutBrown troutSea trout

Fishing Techniques

• 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.

• For Common carp

  Pre-bait the area with a similar bait you plan to fish with to attract carp and increase your chances.

• 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.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Región Metropolitana de Santiago.

Plan Your Trip

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

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