Rio Pardo

Running through São Paulo, Brazil, Rio Pardo 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 Rio Pardo 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

-20.1667, -48.6333 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Barred sorubimPiavuçuGolden doradoSpotted pimelodusBlack pacu

Fishing Techniques

• For Barred sorubim

  Target areas near submerged logs and deep holes, as Barred sorubim are ambush predators.

• For Piavuçu

  Fish near submerged structure like fallen trees or weed beds, as Piavuçu often ambush prey from cover. Vary your retrieve speed to find what triggers a strike.

• For Golden dorado

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

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Rio Pardo.

Plan Your Trip

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

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