Río Chocó

Río Chocó cuts through Antioquia, Colombia 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 Chocó — heavy splashes spook a whole pool.

Location

6.8047, -75.5476 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Antioquia

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Antioquia. Conditions at Río Chocó may vary.

Largemouth bassRainbow troutBlack pacuNile tilapiaStriped mojarraCommon carp

Fishing Techniques

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

• 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.

• For Black pacu

  Black pacu are primarily herbivorous, so focus on presenting baits and lures that resemble fruits, seeds, or vegetation near structure or in areas with abundant plant life.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Antioquia.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Río Chocó should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Antioquia 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 Chocó.

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