Argentina, Jurassic Lake

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Oct 08, 2025

Jurassic Lake Trout - Trophy Rainbows

Estancia Laguna Verde Lodge - Argentina

To book please call, (434)760-3474

Jurassic Lake is a 25-square-mile body of water in the absolute middle of nowhere (in wild Southern Patagonia). These burly wild rainbow trout average 6 to 8 pounds, fight like a freight train, and offer you countless opportunities to catch the rainbow of a lifetime. World-class fly fishing, excellent food, wine, and lodging in a very remote landscape.
2025 Rates: Packages start at $5,400.00 per person for 4-nights and 3.5-days guided fishing.

Fishing Jurassic Lake - Lake Strobel

Lake Strobel, also known as Jurassic Lake, has quickly become a must-visit rainbow fly-fishing destination. Catch your lifetime best rainbow. These fish average ten pounds, and some are over twenty. Due to its remote location, the lake has only recently been discovered. Three private ranches surround Jurassic Lake, so access is limited. Other than the Lodge guests, you should not see any other anglers while fishing. Jurassic Lake and 15 different lakes and streams are available to the Lodge. The first afternoon our hosted group arrived (2010), our seven anglers landed over 100 4 to 8-pound rainbows at Laguna Verde within 150 yards of the Lodge.
Monsters Bay Spring Creek is a recent discovery promising to be a guest favorite.
The Barrancoso River: This incredible river is the only tributary of Jurassic Lake. Estancia Laguna Verde Lodge owns this river tributary and maintains exclusive access to five miles of these incredible waters. This mountain freestone river is about 30 to 50 feet wide, with transparent waters and large boulders. Amazing rainbows lie in its pools, flats, and pocket waters. Barrancoso rainbows average 4 to 7 pounds, with fish over 15 pounds.
Watch the 3:22 YouTube video of Barrancoso River.

The Fishing Program:

The mineral-rich waters of Jurassic Lake in Patagonia, Argentina, along with an abundant food supply, create a perfect environment for Rainbow Trout. Here, These wild rainbow trout average 6 to 8 pounds and 20 pounders are not uncommon.

Season: The Lodge is open for peak fishing from mid-October through April 30.
Species: Rainbows, browns, and prolific dry fly hatches give you consistent opportunities for large trout on the surface.
Fishing License: A fishing license is not included, $140 USD paid with final invoice.
Guides: Hardworking English-speaking guides. You’ll have the same guide all week for about 8 to 10 hours each day. You’ll fish two anglers per guide. They’ll drive you in Toyota 4WD trucks to the lake and the river.
Travel Time: Jurassic Lake is 15 minutes from the Lodge, and Barrancoso River is 5 to 20 minutes from the Lodge.
Equipment: The Lodge does not provide fishing equipment, but spare fly outfits are available in case of breakage or loss. Guides usually have extra flies available, and they can be purchased at the Lodge’s small tackle shop (about $5.00 each or $100.00 for two dozen). There’s also a fly-tying desk that guests can use with their own materials. Our confirmation packet includes a detailed list of what to bring.
Boots: New boots are not required. The guides wash and disinfect guests’ boots and waders at the beginning of the week.
Improvements:
Estancia Laguna Verde expanded their fishing program with more access to new fishing areas, trucks, and guide-prepared daily shore lunches. There are also new rooms at the Lodge, a wider selection of carefully chosen Mendoza wines, and an upgraded kitchen.

Typical Fishing Day:
8:00 a.m. - Breakfast.
9:00 a.m. - You’ll leave for the river with your guide.
1:30 p.m. - You’ll enjoy a riverside lunch.
After lunch, enjoy a siesta or a cup of coffee or tea with freshly baked cookies. Then, your guide will drive you to your next fishing spot.
6:30 p.m. - You’ll finish fishing and return to the Lodge.
7:30 p.m. - Cocktail hour and wines served with cold cuts and a variety of cheeses.
8:00 p.m. - A three-course dinner is served. Afterward, enjoy coffee, tea, or a digestif (post-dinner liquor) at the bar in the living room.

Don McCleve’s Trip Recap:

Don McCleve with 32-inch, 20 lb. rainbow
Don McCleve’s Recap: “My first of four days was probably the best fishing day for trout in my life. Fifteen fish averaging better than 7-8 pounds. Guides would say even 10 pounds, but there were a few small fish. Toward the end, I got my biggest rainbow ever: 32 inches, 10 kilos on the scale, but the net weighs a kilo, so a shade over 9 kilos or 20 pounds. It was also the fiercest trout I’ve ever caught. It immediately charged away until the backing was dangerously deteriorating, and the guide warned me. Then the fish jumped an incredible distance away, and the line went totally slack. I was sure I’d lost it. I reeled furiously but felt absolutely nothing for the next three minutes, and I didn’t feel motion until then. Apparently, it had turned 180 degrees towards me.”

Guy Schoenborn with Rainbow Trout

Guy Schoenborn’s Recap: “The fishing was fantastic. The facilities and food were great, and the guides were excellent. I captured the top four largest rainbows of my life, including a monster that was 23 pounds.”

Brad Staples with Rainbow Trout

Brad Staples’ Recap: “If you are okay with standing in 47-degree water and casting as far as you can with an 8-weight and stripping it back, it is the best trip in the world for big rainbows. I loved it because I like BIG trout!”

About Estancia Laguna Verde Lodge

Estancia Laguna Verde Lodge overlooks the emerald green waters of Laguna Verde, for which it was named. Anglers can explore the rugged, dramatic landscape and return to this luxurious haven.
The spacious living room has a 42” LCD TV with a satellite connection, a DVD player, a fly-tying desk, and a library. There is a drying room for waders and clothing. Laundry service is twice a week.

Comfortable Bedrooms with Ensuite Bath

The Lodge hosts up to 12 anglers in twelve single-occupancy bedrooms with an ensuite bathroom in each room.
The Lodge is able to accommodate guests in wheelchairs.

Communications: The Lodge has free Wi-Fi. A computer is available for guests to use. WhatsApp is recommended.

4WD Trucks for Access to the Lake

The guides drive anglers in Toyota 4WD trucks from the Lodge to the fishing areas.

World-Class Three-Course Dinners

Estancia Laguna Verde Lodge a fishing lodge in Argentina has two chefs and wonderful three-course dinners.

Meals: The Lodge offers world-class three-course dinners with entrees such as its famous asado (barbecue), traditional Patagonia lamb, homemade pasta, and more. There are two chefs: an exclusive chef and a sous chef.
Alcohol: The Lodge has an open bar. All beverages are included in the package—soft drinks, beer, bottled water, outstanding wines, and a moderate liquor selection. Wine and cocktails are served in the evenings.

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