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Rio da Dúvida

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The Rio da Dúvida, now officially known as the Roosevelt River, is a legendary waterway in the heart of Rondônia, Brazil. This remote tributary of the Amazon basin earned its original name, "River of Doubt," from its uncharted and formidable nature, famously explored by Theodore Roosevelt and Cândido Rondon. The river winds through dense, pristine rainforest, offering an expedition-style fishing experience far from developed infrastructure. Access is primarily through specialized lodges that provide the only practical means to navigate and fish this isolated and challenging environment.


Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Rio da Dúvida and what's needed to catch them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Rio da Dúvida. 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 areas are found along the entire navigable river but focus on specific types of structure. Deep pools at the confluence of smaller tributaries often hold large fish. Undercut clay banks and rocky outcroppings provide ambush points. Submerged timber, fallen trees, and logjams are prime targets. Isolated lagoons and oxbow lakes, accessible during certain water levels, can hold concentrations of fish.

Know where you can legally fish on Rio da Dúvida

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.

Rondônia licenses and regulations

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Take Rio da Dúvida with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

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