Río Tascadero

Río Tascadero, in Región de Coquimbo, Chile, is a river where current dictates almost everything. Rocks, undercut banks, and fallen timber are the obvious targets, but the productive water at Río Tascadero is often the seam between two current speeds — that's where fish wait for food to drift past. Match the size of your bait or lure to whatever insects, baitfish, or crayfish you can see in the water.

Location

-31.0142, -70.6677 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Región de Coquimbo

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Región de Coquimbo. Conditions at Río Tascadero may vary.

Argentinian silversideCommon carpEastern Pacific bonitoLebranche mulletBrown troutRainbow 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 Eastern Pacific bonito

  When bonito are finicky, try downsizing your bait or lure and using a lighter fluorocarbon leader for a more natural presentation to increase your chances of getting a strike.

Recommended Gear

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

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Río Tascadero should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Región de Coquimbo 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 Tascadero.

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