Rio Futaleufu
Rio Futaleufu is a river in Los Lagos, Patagonia. Anglers here fish mainly for Robalo, Chinook Salmon and Rainbow Trout.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (4 species)
About the fishing here
Popular catches here include Robalo, Chinook Salmon, Rainbow Trout and Sea Trout.
Robalo fishing is usually best around Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn and dusk.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
The Futaleufú River, located in northern Patagonia, is one of two rivers that cross the 5,308 kilometres (3,298 mi) Argentina–Chile border. Its headwaters can be found in the glacial snow melt of the UNESCO protected Los Alerces National Park in Argentina. The river gorge drops as low as 1,700 metres (5,600 ft) below the surrounding glaciated peaks. The name Futaleufú is an indigenous Mapuche word meaning "Big River". Locals refer to the valley as "un paisaje pintado por Dios" — a landscape painted by God.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Rio Futaleufu?
Popular catches here include Robalo, Chinook Salmon, Rainbow Trout and Sea Trout.
Do you need a fishing license at Rio Futaleufu?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish Rio Futaleufu?
Robalo fishing is usually best around Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn and dusk.
What is biting at Rio Futaleufu right now?
Right now Robalo is the most likely catch, at about 55%.