Laguna Quilotoa

Tucked into Cotopaxi, Ecuador, Laguna Quilotoa is a lake that fishes differently season to season. Spring brings fish into the shallows to spawn or feed on early baitfish; midsummer pushes them to cooler, deeper water; autumn turns them aggressive again as they pack on weight before winter. Anglers planning a trip to Laguna Quilotoa should check water temperature and recent weather — a sudden cold front can shut a lake like this down for a day.

Location

-0.8592, -78.9043 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Cotopaxi

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Cotopaxi. Conditions at Laguna Quilotoa may vary.

Rainbow trout

Fishing Techniques

• 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 Cotopaxi.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Laguna Quilotoa, make sure your licence covers Cotopaxi, Ecuador and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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