ESTANCIA TRES
LAGOS LODGE
A family-run treasure nestled in one of the most magical, remote valleys in Patagonia boasting extraordinary sight fishing.
Tres Lagos Lodge: a true escape into the Patagonian wilderness.
Estancia Tres Lagos, which also gives its name to this gem of a fishing lodge, is an 80,000-acre cattle estancia. It has been in the Fernandez Beschtedt family for generations.
Today, they own and manage Tres Lagos lodge themselves, which is an enchanting traditional log affair surrounded by guest cabins tucked away in the Filo Hua Hum valley. The valley, and the Filo Hua Hum River which runs through it, are widely considered to be some of the most scenic features of Northern Patagonia. They also happen to be famed spots for both rainbow and brown trout fishing.
Forming part of both Lanín National Park and Nahuel Huapi National Park, this isn’t a place you forget in a hurry, neither for the setting nor the fly fishing. Equally accessible from flights into both San Martín or Bariloche airport, you can fly to this exceptional private estancia in only a couple of hours from Buenos Aires.
Fishing.
Estancia Tres Lagos, which takes its name from the three lakes that surround it – Lago Nuevo, Lago Falkner and Filo Hua Hum – has access to both excellent lake and river fly fishing. Filo Hua Hum lake in the valley is fished using a row boat only, which helps maintain the location’s untouched charm.
The Filo Hua Hum River, which runs from Lago Nuevo to Filo Hua Hum, is an experienced fly angler’s dream. Ideal for technical and mostly sight fishing, this is a river you hike to fish properly. Beginners can enjoy the easier fishing from the lakes, but the river is a better territory for the thoroughly schooled. Both the river and lake are home to very healthy populations of rainbow and brown trout.
From Tres Lagos, we can also access the Caleufu River and a few hidden spring creeks located in the Filo Hua Hum valley itself. The latter are especially good in the early season, around November and December, before the streams dry up in high summer.
As the lodge is nestled within sight of both the river and the lake, drive times are very short (if you drive at all).
Accommodation.
Constructed of logs, the main house itself brings to mind fairytale cabins. It is located in the most picturesque setting imaginable, overlooking the unspoiled Filo Hua Hum river and lake.
That’s not to say this place doesn’t offer luxury: guests enjoy evenings in the wood-fired hot tub overlooking the Filo Hua Hum lake, and sleeping quarters are very comfortable.
Three newer cabins also surround the main lodge, offering some more private accommodation and bringing the total number of guests at any one time to eight.
Your host family is a warm and welcoming presence, there to enrich your stay with stories of how Tres Lagos Lodge and estancia came to be.
Dining.
Meals at the lodge are all shared in an original log building and are truly excellent. All three daily meals are served at the main lodge and often feature exceptional beef raised on the estancia itself: what more could you could wish for from a stay on an estancia in Patagonia?
Off the water.
While Estancia Tres Lagos is a wonderful playground for anglers, there are not many other structured activities on offer for non-anglers who prefer to spend some time off the water.
Having said that, hiking solo through the estancia and National Park or just soaking up the spectacular scenery is a glorious way to enhance your itinerary. For anybody into bird watching in particular, there is abundant nature to enjoy. Pack your binoculars.
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Fish Patagonia: Unforgettable fly fishing adventures
from San Martín de los Andes.
Fish Patagonia invites you to experience the ultimate angling experience in Northern Patagonia. Established in 2023 by Peter and Holly, Fish Patagonia’s partner fly fishing lodges offer unique opportunities to explore the best trout fishing Argentina has to offer.
At Fish Patagonia, we provide an exceptional detail-oriented experience. Our priority is to ensure that no stone goes unturned to ensure you have the best possible personalised fishing trip to Patagonia as possible. And of, course, we only work with the top local lodges to guarantee that.
Filo Hua Hum Lake and Filo Hua Hum River provide some of the best sight fishing in Patagonia, while we can also reach the Caleufu river from trusted partner lodge Tres Lagos. As if that wasn’t enough, you’ll enjoy great dining options and truly special hospitality in an iconic Patagonia fishing lodge.
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