Río Chico

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The Río Chico in Catamarca, Argentina, is a destination offering anglers a blend of accessible fishing opportunities and scenic river environments. The river provides a variety of settings for both wading and boating, with amenities and access points that facilitate a comfortable and productive fishing experience.

Catamarca licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Río Chico and what's needed to catch them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Río Chico. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Productive fishing can be found throughout the river. Areas near natural structures like undercut banks, logjams, and the mouths of feeder streams consistently hold fish. The deeper pools in the middle sections are reliable spots for larger trout, while the riffles and runs above and below these pools are perfect for targeting actively feeding fish.

Know where you can legally fish on Río Chico

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Catamarca licenses and regulations

Catamarca Boating Regulations

Boating in Argentina is regulated nationally by the Prefectura Naval Argentina, not by the province - covering recreational-vessel registration, the boat-operator licence (habilitacion nautica), and navigation safety.

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Catamarca Fishing License

Catamarca's annual permiso de pesca deportiva is issued by the provincial Secretaria de Medio Ambiente (Direccion de Recursos Forestales, Suelo y Biodiversidad); applicants must be 14+, with in-person and digital routes.

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Catamarca Fishing Regulations

Catamarca's fishing framework is provincial Ley de Pesca on the official provincial Digesto; annual season specifics are set by a seasonal Disposicion.

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Catamarca Stream Access Laws

No distinct Catamarca stream-access page; water access follows the national camino de sirga. The provincial Secretaria de Medio Ambiente is the closest official authority.

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