CHIMEHUIN
LODGES
CHIMEHUIN
Welcome to River House Lodge, an exclusive fly fishing lodge located on the Chimehuin River in the north of Argentine Patagonia. Our lodge is just 20 minutes away from the airport and close to the cities of Junín de los Andes and San Martin de los Andes, in Neuquén province.
This location is legendary and considered one of the best places in the world for fly fishing. Wading or floating this pristine river is an unforgettable experience due to the quality of its trout, its breathtaking landscape, and crystal clear waters.
We love what we do, and our goal is to provide our guests with an unforgettable experience that will stay with them forever.
At River House Lodge, we take care of every detail to ensure our guests feel comfortable, relaxed, and at home. Our chef prepares a varied menu with international and regional Argentine dishes.
Our lodge provides many different spaces to enjoy your stay to the fullest, including an outside firepit, pergola, river deck, and beautiful indoor areas.
Come and enjoy the beauty of the Chimehuin River, the comfort of our lodge, and the warmth of our hospitality. Book your stay at River House Lodge and get ready to experience the fly fishing trip of a lifetime.
THE FISHING
If you're looking for the ultimate fly fishing experience, look no further than our property. Our area is renowned worldwide for the flow of trout and its biodiversity. You can fish in different rivers and lakes in the area, including the Chimehuin, the Malleo, the Collon Curá, and the Limay rivers. The Lolog, Lácar, Huechulafquen, and Tromen lakes are also some of the most beautiful lakes in the area, all of which are close to our property.
At our lodge, we can help you customize your schedule according to the days you have available, the type of fishing you prefer, and the time of year you visit us. The season begins in November, after a long rest period in which the trout have spawned. The thaw generates a great volume of water in the rivers and lakes, and the trout swim through them, eager to feed. This is the perfect time to use streamers, large dry flies as attractors, and nymphs.
January and February are the hottest months of the year, but don't worry – cooling off in our crystal-clear waters is an excellent option. It's a great time to use dry flies of any size and shape, such as terrestrials or flies to match the hatches. The big trout are attracted by large streamers, but some will also rise to our famous yellow mayfly hatch. You're sure to enjoy a special show while putting your fly fishing skills to the test.
In the last part of our season, from late March to the end of May, the migratory browns start finding their spawning spots. This is a unique opportunity to catch some of the largest trout of the year. Our expert guides will take you to the best spots and provide you with all the necessary equipment and knowledge to make your fishing experience a success.
ROD
5 and 6 weight 9 feet fast action rods.
REEL
Reels with good brake with a minimum of 100 yards of backing of 20 ls.
LINES
Floating lines and a spool with sinking lines of up to 200 grams.
If you have it, also bring a spare rod.
TIPPET
9 feet from 1X to 5X
spools from 1X to 5X
FLIES
We recommend a typical Western trout fly selection for local rivers: hoppers, Chernobyl ants, stimulators, humpies and Wulffs in # 8-12; bead-head nymphs in # 14-20, tan and olive caddis patterns in # 12 - 16; mayfly parachutes, emergers, and cripples in # 14-20; and a selection of streamers.