The fishing gear and tackle we use in Patagonia is similar to what anglers normally use in the Northwest United States, so if you are an avid trout angler you probably have most of the gear we use in Patagonia.

Fishing Gear

• Flies (ask for fly list depending on time of the year) At the Lodge we have a large selection of the best used flies for our rivers and lakes for $1 to $2 dollars.
• Rod, reel and lines
  • 2 fast action 5-6wt 9 foot rods with floating line and a 150-250 grain sinking tip for streamer fishing
  • 9 foot 2,3,4x leaders for dry fishing and 7.5 foot 0-2x leaders for streamer fishing
  • 0-4.5x tippets
  • Breathable waders and felt wading boots
  • Wading belt
  • Good rain jacket
  • Wading stick
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • 50+ factor sunscreen
  • Lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Flashlight

Clothing and Personal items

• Warm and cold weather clothing (weather can be unpredictable in Patagonia even in summer time)
• Polar fleece under wader pants and layering
• Sun and rain hat
• Sun protective clothing
• Windbreaker
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Long sleeve shirts