Estancia Maria Behety Lodge is nearly 30km upstream from the entrance to this huge estancia. It’s location ensures angling guests are within each striking distance of the very best pools on the Rio Grande and well placed to enjoy some of the finest sea trout fishing on Earth. We’ll keep you up to date on these pages with all latest on how the river has been fishing over the course of the 2026 season.
Week 8 – 28th February to March 7
We only had six guests this week, the fishing was very good, and everyone left very happy. At the beginning of the week, we had very heavy rain, but after two days, there was only a slight increase in the river’s water level and colour.
Catches for the week: 72
Fish over 15lb: 20
Top rod: Bud 20
Record fish: Jordan 234.5lb
Average weight: 10.4lb
Water Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Water colour and visibility: Good flow in most pools, water clear, good visibility. The level of water is lower than normal for this time of the season.
Water temperature: 9.5° C and 11.5° C
Weather Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Wind speed ranges from 7 to 74m/h
Air temperature ranges through the week: -1°C to 15°C
Rain during the week 16.4mm
Fishing Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Condition of the river is great. Water colour is clear with good visibility.
Flies that are working the best: Flies of the week were EMB, sunray shadow, San Juan worm, yuk bug, salmon flies, Rio Grande queen. Leeches at dark.
Fly lines (tips, heads, lengths, densities, etc) that are producing the best: Skagit heads most used; floating and multi density head (game changer, pickpocket, 3D, FIST). Scandi heads less used due to windy conditions.
Length and strength of tippet and leaders: 9 to 12 feet (tapered). 12 to 20 pounds (tippet).
Week 7 – 21st to 28th February
A very good week, fun and with good fishing. The river maintained its conditions of good visibility and was somewhat low but with a good current in most of the pools. The heaviest rainfall of the entire month was recorded without affecting the river.
Statistics
Catches for the week: 108
Fish over 15lb: 24
Top rod: Eric 18
Record fish: Eric 23lb
Average weight: 8.8lb
Water Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Water colour and visibility: Good flow in most pools, water clear, good visibility. The level of water is lower than normal for this time of the season.
Water temperature: 9.5° C and 11.5° C
Weather Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Wind speed ranges from 7 to 55km/h
Air temperature ranges through the week: 3°C to 16°C
Rain during the week 7.9mm
Fishing Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Condition of the river is great. Water colour is clear with good visibility.
Flies that are working the best: : Flies of the week were EMB, sunray shadow, San Juan worm, yuk bug, salmon flies, Rio Grande queen. Leeches at dark.
Fly lines (tips, heads, lengths, densities, etc) that are producing the best: Skagit heads most used; floating and multi density head (game changer, pickpocket, 3D, FIST). Scandi heads less used due to windy conditions.
Length and strength of tippet and leaders: 9 to 12 feet (tapered). 12 to 20 pounds (tippet).
Week 6 – 14th to 21st February
This week we had some important changes in the weather, which was decisive for fishing in general, nevertheless maintained normal values. Heavy rains during the night of Tuesday and Thursday caused a slight rise in the river, without affecting visibility, and allowed it to return to its normal level. The main characteristic regarding fishing was that one out of every three catches exceeded 15lb in weight.
Statistics
Catches for the week: 102
Fish over 15lb: 32
Top rod: Heath 11
Record fish: Ian 21lb
Average weight: 11.1lb
Water Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Water colour and visibility: Good flow in most pools, water clear, good visibility. The level of water is lower than normal for this time of the season.
Water temperature: 9.5° C and 11.5° C
Weather Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Wind speed ranges from 9 to 75km/h
Air temperature ranges through the week: 3°C to 22°C
Rain during the week 5.2mm
Fishing Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Condition of the river is great. Water colour is clear with good visibility.
Flies that are working the best: : Flies of the week were EMB, sunray shadow, San Juan worm, yuk bug, salmon flies, Rio Grande queen. Leeches at dark.
Fly lines (tips, heads, lengths, densities, etc) that are producing the best: Skagit heads most used; floating and multi density head (game changer, pickpocket, 3D, FIST). Scandi heads less used due to windy conditions.
Length and strength of tippet and leaders: 9 to 12 feet (tapered). 12 to 20 pounds (tippet).
Week 5 – 7th to 14th February
A very good week with very pleasant weather, no rain, and some cool mornings due to the southwest winds. Because of these conditions, the river level dropped, so some pools had little current. Overall, the fishing was very good with many fish seen all over the river. Significant rain is expected next week, so we hope the river will return to its usual characteristics for this time of year.
Statistics
Catches for the week: 112
Fish over 15lb: 19
Top rod: Kari 26
Record fish: Kevin 21lb, and Neil 21lb
Average weight: 9.6lb
Water Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Water colour and visibility: Good flow in most pools, water clear, good visibility. The level of water is lower than normal for this time of the season
Water temperature: 9.5° C and 11.5° C
Weather Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Wind speed ranges from 14 to 62km/h
Air temperature ranges through the week: 4°C to 14°C
Rain during the week 0mm
Fishing Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Condition of the river is great. Water colour is clear with perfect visibility. Due to the lack of rain, the river has dropped, so some pools have little current.
Flies that are working the best: : Flies of the week were EMB, sunray shadow, San Juan worm, yuk bug, salmon flies, Rio Grande queen. Leeches at dark.
Fly lines (tips, heads, lengths, densities, etc) that are producing the best: Skagit heads most used; floating and multi density head (game changer, pickpocket, 3D, FIST). Scandi heads less used due to windy conditions.
Length and strength of tippet and leaders: 9 to 12 feet (tapered). 12 to 20 pounds (tippet).
Week 4 – 31st January to 7th February
This week didn’t bring many changes regarding fishing and the river in general. The weather wasn’t a significant factor, as the rain and winds were normal for this time of year. Fishing continues to be good, maintaining statistics similar to previous seasons.
Statistics
Catches for the week: 106
Fish over 15lb: 22
Top rod: Kevin 15
Record fish: Kevin 21lb x 2, and Dan 21lb
Average weight: 9.6lb
Water Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Water colour and visibility: Perfect, good flow, water clear, good visibility. The water level is normal for this time of the season.
Water temperature: 8.5° C and 10.5° C
Weather Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Wind speed ranges from 10 to 78km/h
Air temperature ranges through the week: -1°C to 16°C
Rain during the week 4.5mm
Fishing Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Condition of the river is great. Water colour is clear with perfect visibility. Nice flow in the pools.
Flies that are working the best: : Flies of the week were EMB, sunray shadow, San Juan worm, yuk bug, salmon flies, Rio Grande queen. Leeches at dark.
Fly lines (tips, heads, lengths, densities, etc) that are producing the best: Skagit heads most used; floating and multi density head (game changer, pickpocket, 3D, FIST). Scandi heads less used due to windy conditions.
Length and strength of tippet and leaders: 9 to 12 feet (tapered). 12 to 20 pounds (tippet).
Week 3 – 24th to 31st January
A wonderful week with a group comprising a mix of very experienced anglers and some beginners. The week had some rain which, for a couple of days, affected the river, causing a slightly higher level and a change in colour. By the end of the week, the river had returned to its optimal conditions. Regarding the fishing, while the final numbers were generally good, they could have been much better given the high level of fish activity observed in the river.
Statistics
Catches for the week: 111
Fish over 15lb: 17
Top rod: Dave 21M
Record fish: Lars 20lb x 2
Average weight: 8.7lb
Water Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Water colour and visibility: Perfect, good flow, water clear, good visibility. The water level is normal for this time of the season.
Water temperature: 9° C and 12° C
Weather Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Wind speed ranges from 12 to 85km/h
Air temperature ranges through the week: 4°C to 18°C
Fishing Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Condition of the river is great. Water colour is clear with perfect visibility. Nice flow in the pools.
Flies that are working the best: : Flies of the week were EMB, sunray shadow, San Juan worm, yuk bug, salmon flies, Rio Grande queen. Leeches at dark.
Fly lines (tips, heads, lengths, densities, etc) that are producing the best: Skagit heads most used; floating and multi density head (game changer, pickpocket, 3D, FIST). Scandi heads less used due to windy conditions.
Length and strength of tippet and leaders: 9 to 12 feet (tapered). 12 to 20 pounds (tippet)
Week 2 – 17th to 24th January
This week saw a typical start to the season. There was plenty of fresh fish activity in most of the pools. The river is in excellent condition for fishing, and although we had some heavy rain during the week, its structure, colour and level remain intact. The main feature of the week was the increase in the number of catches, as well as their sizes.
Statistics
Catches for the week: 86
Fish over 15lb: 22
Top rod: Mike 17
Record fish: Jostein 22lb
Average weight: 9.6lb
Water Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Water colour and visibility: Perfect, good flow, water clear, good visibility. The water level is normal for this time of the season.
Water temperature: 8° C and 11° C
Weather Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Wind speed ranges from 12 to 74km/h
Air temperature ranges through the week: 4°C to 18°C
Fishing Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Condition of the river is great. Water colour is clear with perfect visibility. Nice flow in the pools.
Flies that are working the best: : Flies of the week were EMB, sunray shadow, San Juan worm, yuk bug, salmon flies, Rio Grande queen. Leeches at dark.
Fly lines (tips, heads, lengths, densities, etc) that are producing the best: Skagit heads most used; floating and multi density head (game changer, pickpocket, 3D, FIST). Scandi heads less used due to windy conditions.
Length and strength of tippet and leaders: 9 to 12 feet (tapered). 12 to 20 pounds (tippet)
Week 1 – 10th to 17th January
The year has begun with the river in excellent condition. Its flow and structure are normal, the water is clear, and compared to last year, it has a slightly higher water level, so the conditions are perfect for our guests to have unforgettable moments.
Statistics
Catches for the week: 61
Fish over 15lb: 13
Top rod: Sean 12
Record fish: Mark 19lb and John 19lb
Average weight: 8.8lb
Water Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Water colour and visibility: Perfect, good flow, water clear, good visibility. The water level is normal for this time of the season.
Water temperature: 8° C and 11° C
Weather Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Wind speed ranges from 15 to 75km/h
Air temperature ranges through the week: 6°C to 17°C
Fishing Conditions at Maria Behety Lodge
Condition of the river is great. Water colour is clear with perfect visibility. Nice flow in the pools.
Flies that are working the best: : Flies of the week were EMB, sunray shadow, San Juan worm, yuk bug, salmon flies, Rio Grande queen. Leeches at dark.
Fly lines (tips, heads, lengths, densities, etc) that are producing the best: Skagit heads most used; floating and multi density head (game changer, pickpocket, 3D, FIST). Scandi heads less used due to windy conditions.
Length and strength of tippet and leaders: 9 to 12 feet (tapered). 12 to 20 pounds (tippet)
If you would like more information then please do not hesitate to contact Olly Thompson or call our office on +44(0)1980 847389.
