Argentina
Join us for the trip of a lifetime! Patagonia Trout Fishing at Spring Creek Lodge
San Martin de Los Andes, Argentina - February 22nd to March 1st 2025
Dakota Angler and Outfitter is partnering with SET Fly Fishing to offer you an incredible experience in Patagonia in 2025.
We traveled to Spring Creek Lodge in early 2024. The trip was so incredible that we locked in dates for 2025 as soon as we returned home. Spring Creek Lodge and the team at SET fly fishing have put together a trout fishing experience that is hard to match. Everything from the lodging, fishing, food, and non-angling activities exceeded our expectations. The staff and guides were the best we have ever encountered in our travels. Join us for an experience you will never forget!
7 nights, 6 days
$6400 per person, includes all transfers once in San Martin, all food and drinks (including alcohol), and all guiding. Does not include flights to Argentina or domestic flight to San Martin, or tips for lodge staff and guides.
Please send inquiries to hans@flyfishsd.com. If your non-fishing travel partner wants to know more about the amazing opportunities for non-anglers, they can email Christine at caschmid77@gmail.com.
Spring Creek lodge is featured in one of our favorite films from the Fly Fishing Film Tour last year- After You've Gone
Fishing Details:
The Rivers
1. **Chimehuin River**:
- Description: The Chimehuin River is one of the most renowned trout fishing rivers in Argentina. Originating from Lake Huechulafquen, it flows through diverse landscapes including forests and meadows. The river is known for its prolific hatches and offers opportunities for fly fishing enthusiasts to catch rainbow and brown trout. The Chimehuin's clear waters and varying currents make it an exciting and challenging fishing destination.
2. **Malleo River**:
- Description: The Malleo River is famous for its picturesque scenery and excellent trout fishing. It runs through the Lanín National Park, providing anglers with stunning views of the Andes Mountains. The Malleo is characterized by its clear waters and abundant insect life, making it an ideal habitat for rainbow and brown trout. Anglers can enjoy wading or fishing from the riverbanks while surrounded by the natural beauty of the Patagonian landscape.
3. **Aluminé River**:
- Description: The Aluminé River is known for its pristine wilderness and remote fishing locations. Originating from Lake Aluminé, it flows through rugged terrain, offering anglers a true sense of adventure. The river is home to rainbow and brown trout, with opportunities for both wading and float fishing. Anglers can enjoy casting amid the tranquility of the Andean forests and might even spot native wildlife along the riverbanks.
4. **Quilquihue River**:
- Description: The Quilquihue River is a lesser-known gem for trout fishing in Junin de los Andes. It runs through secluded valleys and meadows, providing anglers with peaceful surroundings and abundant fishing opportunities. The Quilquihue is characterized by its crystal-clear waters and diverse aquatic insect life, attracting both rainbow and brown trout. Anglers can explore its meandering channels and enjoy the solitude of this remote fishing destination.
5. **Collón Curá River**:
- Description: The Collón Curá River is a major watercourse in the region, offering diverse fishing experiences for anglers. Flowing through expansive valleys and canyons, it provides ample opportunities for both wading and drift fishing. The Collón Curá is known for its large trout population, including trophy-sized specimens. Anglers can test their skills against these powerful fish while taking in the breathtaking landscapes that the river has to offer.
Each of these rivers offers a unique fishing experience, from the scenic beauty of the Malleo River to the remote wilderness of the Aluminé River. Anglers visiting Spring Creek Lodge in Junin de los Andes have the opportunity to explore these pristine waters and enjoy world-class trout fishing in the heart of Patagonia.