Lake Zimapan Mexico Bass Fishing
Los Mochis
1-11 Guests • Lodge • Public • Guided
Description
Lake Zimapan
2-Anglers/Boat/Room - Single Accommodations Available
Lake Zimapan is an arch dam on the Moctezuma River, about 87 miles from the city of Queretaro. The primary purpose of the dam is hydroelectric power production and it services a 292 MW power station with water. The lake is approximately 9 square miles in surface and in some places exceeds 600 ft. in depth with crystal clear water.The average number of fish per boat per day is 50-100, with a lake record of 11 lbs. 8 oz.
This lake sits a little deeper in the central mountainous country. Santiago de Queretaro is just to the west and is a great place to stay if you don’t book lodging directly on the lake. The average number of fish per boat per day is 50-100, with a lake record of 11 lbs. 8 oz. If you want numbers, it’s not uncommon to catch 50+ fish daily – some days reach 100+!
If you visit this region, take advantage of the fishing but also take a few city and nature tours. The colonial architecture, mountain hikes, and local museums will add to the pleasure of fishing here.
All Packages Include:
- Ground Transportation to/from:
- Queretaro, Mexico (QRO)
- Guided Fishing in Fully Equipped 20-21 ft Bass Boats with Trolling Motor & Depth Finder
- 2 Rods furnished at no extra cost; bring your own reels
- Lodging with 3 meals per day, unlimited beer, Maragaritas, soft drinks, juices, coffee, and bottled water
- Fishing Permints included
- Maid Service
The Lodge at Lake Zimapan
An iconic lake that borders the Hidalgo and Queretaro states, the Zimapan Lake is surrounded by canyons: the Witches, the Epazote, and the most incredible of them all, the Eagle Rock Boulder Canyon, which is 1200 meters in length (3937 feet).
The fishing experience is incredible in all of its several bays. This is a lake that will test your fishing versatility; all through the year, this lake will make you try all different fishing techniques, from finesse to power fishing.
With fierce largemouth bass of around 19 inches that will fight you till the end, this lake is considered the best fishing place in the core of the country, with a catch and release model to guarantee sustainability. We have everything you need, so there is nothing to stop you from enjoying the complete experience: bank-side cabins, high quality boats, all the necessary equipment, and restaurant service.
The fishing environment is complemented by several other natural attractions found around the Zimapan lake.
The guides are highly trained so the anglers can have a successful experience of bass fishing in Mexico. The climate is ideal for all activities with cool (often cold) mornings and mild to warm afternoons. Recommended clothing for fishing is a long-sleeved shirt, jeans, comfortable shoes, a hat, and hooded jacket. Sunscreen and sun glasses are highly suggested. The diner dress is strictly casual.
Clothing for Bass Fishing
- Long Sleeve Shirt
- Jeans
- Comfortable Shoes
- Hat
- Hooded Jacket
Clothing for Dinner
- Strictly Casual Dress
Base price is per angler for a 4-Night/3-Day Guided Fishing Trip for 2 Anglers. Add-on Options:
- 5-Night/4-Day Trip
- 6-Night/5-Day Trip
- 7-Night/6-Day Trip
- Single Angler
- Non-fishing Guest
- Separate Room
- Tackle Rental Package - 2 Rods&Reels, Soft Plastics, Crankbaits, Spinnerbaits, Top Water Etc.
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Reviews
"Tommy,
I thought I would take the time to express my gratitude for allowing my family and friends to share your wonderful facilities at Lake Aguamilpa.
To some folks fishing is about competition. And while there is a time and place for that. To me fishing is about family. The joy on your child's face when they catch their first fish is priceless. Fishing is about teaching. There is no better place to teach someone to fish than Aguamilpa. I've had the pleasure to teach my Mom (her first cast in Mexico water was 5 lbs), My daughter who loved catching over 50 bass a day, and my Father who after all this years decided it was time to take up fishing. Our most recent trip was with our 8 year old son. He was able to catch 11 fish in 2 hours with one over 4lbs. On our recent trip to Baccarac in February my wife and I were able to catch 687 fish with 44 fish over 7 lbs and 6 over 9 lbs. Your guides are top notch and diffidently work very hard to make sure you catch as many fish as possible. With the numerous trips to your lodges we are greeted with hugs and feel right at home.
Again thank you for your attention to detail and providing access to such wonderful and beautiful places to allow me to bring the joys of fishing to friends and family." - Todd H.
I recently returned from an incredible bass fishing experience at Lake Aguamilpa. From the second we arrived at the lodge to the time we departed the overall quality was nothing less than great. The owner Mario, and the attentive staff never missed a beat in providing us with great food and excellent accommodations! Two of us caught over 400 large mouth bass in three action-packed days. Our guided Javier knew the lake and put us on fish immediately. This was my first trip to Lake Aguamilpa but certainly won't be the last. Thanks again to Mario and his staff for making this an incredibly memorable bass fishing trip!!" - Ernie D
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Gear List
- Weather Appropriate Fishing Attire
- Personal Gear
- Valid Passport
- Airline Tickets
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Rules & Guidelines
NOT Included in Package Price:
- Air Fare
- Fishing Tackle
- Guide/Staff Gratuities
Suggested Tackle List
This list of tackle below has been tested by multiple anglers who have used this gear and had great success. These Mexico bass are aggressive and hungry. Your next cast could be your next personal best!
- Senku Style Stick Baits - 5" & 6" in Watermelon Red Flake, Watermelon Pear, Freen Pumpkin & Tilapia
- Lizards - 8" & 10" in Watermelon/Chartreuse Tail, Watermelon/Red flake, Green Pumpkin, Black/Blue Tai
- Creature Baits - 3" & 5" in Watermelon/Red, Watermelon, Green Pumpkin, Tequila Sunrise, & Red Shad
- Curly Tail Worms - 6" & 10" in Watermelon/Red Flake, Watermelon, Watermelon/Black Flake, Green Pumpkin, Black and Blue
- Flukes & Swimbaits - 4.8" & 5" in Chartreuse, Green Pumpkin White, Watermelon Seed, White Shad, Watermelon Red, and Pearl
- Swim Jig - 1/2oz or 3/4 oz in Black/Blue, Green Pumpkin, and PB & J, with matching trailers
- Spinnerbaits - 3/4oz. or 1 oz. in Shad colors, Basic White, Chartreuse, & White/Chartreuse. These can be used in inches of water or 20-plus-feet-deep water, with a trailer hook.
- Crankbaits - 5-9ft. Medium Diving, 10-15ft Deer Diving, 16-20+ft. Extra-Deep Diving Shad/Blue Back, Chartreuse/Black Back & Tilapia Colors.
- Lipless Crankbaits - 1/2oz. in Silber and Blue, Silber and Black, Chrome or any Shad color or variation
- Underspins - 1/2oz. & 3/4oz. to be used with Flukes of Paddle Tail Swimbaits Fish these just like the scrounger. Add a Fluke or paddletail swimbait.
- Scroungers - 1/2oz. & 3/4oz. to be used with Flukes or Paddle Tail Swimbaits
- Tungsten Weights - 1/4oz., 3/8oz., & 1/2oz. in Green Pumpkin or Plain for Texas Rigging Plastics
- EWG Style Worm Hooks Heavy Wire - EWG 4/0, 5/0, &6/0 for Wacky Works or Senko style worms.
- Top Water Poppers - 2 1/2", 1/4 oz, in Baby Bass, Pearl, Silver/Black, and Dark Frog Colors.
Tipping Policy
A tip (called a "propina" in Spanish) is the best way to show appreciation for good service. Tipping is customary in Mexico and is expected in many situations, though you generally will not get any flak if you neglect to give a tip.
More often than not you will be better off leaving a "collective" gratuity for your entire stay with the LODGE MANAGER AT THE END OF YOUR TRIP than you will tipping service staff and guides individually. The reason for this are not readily apparently, but the include the fact that overtipping to individuals makes it more difficult for the lodge manager to control the expectations (and behavior) of the staff.
At some lodges, guides who have been tipped excessively muscle out.
Safety In Mexico
All of our bass fishing anglers and hunters are picked up at the airport when they arrive and taken directly to the lodge. After their fishing trip is completed, they are returned to the airport. Our lodge owner or his driver stays with them until they are on the plane when leaving.
- Is it safe to travel to Mexico? - Don't let news stories deter you from traveling to this vibrant Latin American destination. Mexico is a safe country. In general, if you're not taking part in illegal activities or going to the wrong parts of town, you don't have anything to worry about.
- Mexico is safer than many cities in the US - MORE THAN 150,000 AMERICANS SAFELY VISIT Mexico EVERY DAY. Mexico is safer than many major U.S. cities. Travelers feel relatively safe visiting popular U.S. cities like Miami, Philadelphia, Houston, Dallas, Chicago, New Orleans, Washington D.C, or Atlanta. Visitors from around the world enjoy these vibrant cities in relative, reasonable safety. Yet each of these cities is statistically less safe than Mexico.
- Media Favoritism versus Facts - New Orleans is often showcased in the news. The FBI reports the murder rate of New Orleans is declining; but it is nearly 4 times higher than all of Mexico and over 5 times higher than Mexico City. New Orleans is still an amazing place to visit and the media is right to encourage tourists to visit this inspirational city. But Mexico is at least as remarkable and there is a clear difference in how each of these compared destinations is portrayed in contemporary news.
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