Fly Fishing Patagonia

The Northern Patagonia region is the most prolific dry fly fishing district in the world. The variety and abundance of fishable water would allow you to fish a different location each day for more than 100 days. Dry fly fishing is available throughout the entire season, November through May. Five of the regions most famous rivers, several spring creeks, and pristine mountain lakes are all a short drive away. This region is a dry fly mecca.

Spring Creeks

In addition to the major rivers in the surrounding area we also have fishing access to several nearby spring creeks. These free flowing streams are created by underground aquifers as opposed to melting snow pack from the Andes Mountains. Water is “pushed” by the force of pressure from the underground source and this creates flows that remain relatively consistent and cool throughout the season. Many of the spring creeks that we fish offer slower moving or flat water. This environment fosters a high degree of insect activity including mayflies and caddis. Not surprisingly, trout (brook, rainbow and brown) thrive in these conditions. For many anglers the opportunity to sight cast to individual fish is the ultimate dry fly fishing experience.

The northern boundaries of

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Both browns and rainbows trouts have flourished due in part to the abundant food supply and ideal environment. You’ll find that these trout are the strongest and feistiest fighters that you’ll encounter in this part of Patagonia.
Most of the areas waters are spring creeks that originate in the high elevation wetlands of the Andes. The upper stretches are typically slow and meandering before reaching the lower elevations where the gradient and flows increase. The lower elevations provide an ample supply of productive pocket water.

Heli Fishing Program

Way up north from the world-famous fly-fishing region of San Martin and Junín de los Andes remains the best kept secret among Patagonia fly fishing destinations. Untouched and pristine rivers continue to be “off the radar” for locals and international anglers. After years exploring the region we were able to develop an expertise on the area and learned that simplifying access to the best fishing spots was key to the success of this program. Focusing on accessibility challenges, we have partnered with Helice Ports in order to incorporate two modern helicopters (Bell’s 407) to the operation along with their team of expert pilots. We are now able to offer this amazing heli-fishing program.

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Remoteness has kept this region’s waters untouched by anglers. The numerous creeks and high altitude lakes are just waiting to be explored. This translates into a paradise for anglers with an explorer soul. Especially, for those that love solitude, a wide variety of environments and many miles of unpressured creeks and rivers.

Casa de Campo

Casa de campo provides an excellent base for fishing the area’s numerous spring creeks, freestone creeks, the Alumine and Quillen Rivers, and several mountain lakes. These waters, especially the spring creeks, provide great sight fishing opportunities for trophy-size brown, rainbow and brook trout.

Spring Creek Lodge

Spring Creek Lodge redefines a way to discover northern Patagonia. Private guides and 4WD vehicles are available for every guest to enjoy their visit at their own pace. Besides world class trout fly fishing, in widely diverse environments, you can also participate in a large variety of outdoor and lifestyle activities.

Our Camps

Our deluxe camp trips focus on floating the five main rivers of northern Patagonia: Alumine, Caleufu, Chimehuin, Collon Cura and Limay. Many stretches of these rivers are remote and/or have extremely limited access. Camping programs provide the answer to allow you to experience and enjoy these otherwise inaccessible waters.

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Alumine River

The Alumine is one of the longest rivers in northern Patagonia. This freestone river drains Lake Alumine and continues until its junction with the Catan-Lil- River where it becomes the Collon Cura.

Caleufu River

The Caleufu is possibly one of the most beautiful rivers in northern Patagonia. This river’s 40-mile flow starts at the junction of the Meliquina and Filo Hua-Hum Rivers and ends at the Piedra del Aquila Reservoir.

Chimehuin River

The Chimehuin begins at the mouth of Huechulafquen Lake, near the base of the Lanin Volcano. It runs for 30 miles until the junction with the Collon Cura River.

Collón Cura

The Collon Cura is a major river of this region. Most of the other rivers of this drainage area are its tributaries. The course of the river travels through a beautiful valley from north to south and varies in width from approximately 70 to 150 feet.

Malleo River

The Malleo, a freestone river, internationally recognized for its dry fly fishing. The river drains from Tromen Lake near the base of the Lanin Volcano. After flowing approximately 30 miles it reaches the junction with the Alumine River.

Lake Tromen

Located at the base of the Lanin Volcano this beautiful lake is the source of the Malleo River. It is also the home to brook, brown and rainbow trout. We typically fish this lake sight casting, from powerboats, to large fish in the areas near fallen logs, rock cliffs and shoals.

Piedra del Aguila Reservoir

This enormous reservoir is created by the flows from the Limay, Collon Cura and Caleufu Rivers. The lake is the home to large rainbows and browns that feed on the multiple minnow species that inhabit the lake.

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