Arroyo Yerbal Chico

Arroyo Yerbal Chico cuts through Treinta y Tres, Uruguay and offers classic stream 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 Arroyo Yerbal Chico — heavy splashes spook a whole pool.

Location

-33.1000, -54.4000 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Treinta y Tres

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Treinta y Tres. Conditions at Arroyo Yerbal Chico may vary.

TrahiraSpotted pimelodus

Fishing Techniques

• For Trahira

  Target structure like weed beds and submerged logs, as traíra are ambush predators. Use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs.

• For Spotted pimelodus

  Fish near structures such as submerged logs or rocky areas, as Spotted Pimelodus often seek shelter and ambush prey there; use a slow retrieve to keep the bait in the strike zone.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Treinta y Tres.

Plan Your Trip

Fishing Arroyo Yerbal Chico usually starts the day before — checking weather, tide or river-flow data, and confirming your licence is valid for Treinta y Tres. Conditions in Uruguay can shift quickly, and a quick pre-trip review saves a lot of wasted travel.

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