Vermejo Reserve Premier Fly Fishing Experience

The Reserve:

With snow capped alpine tundra, 19 fishable lakes, and over 550,000 stunning acres of picturesque lands, this place is the jewel of northern New Mexico. Its diverse landscape is home to a wide variety of wildlife including elk, bison, black bears, and mountain lions. Whether riding horseback through open fields, exploring turn-of-the-century charcoal kilns, or fly fishing for Rio Grande cutthroat trout, there is has something for everyone!

The Fishing:

Lure the catch of a lifetime in one of the best natural fishing havens. Fishermen have been coming to here for over 100 years for its 19 fishable lakes and over 30 miles of silver-streaked streams. Test your fly fishing and deep nymphing skills in this world-class fishing sanctuary!

Your Lodge:

Costilla Fishing Lodge is a wonderfully secluded getaway, located 45 minutes from the Main Lodge. Constructed using the property’s own timber and stone, this solar-powered eco-friendly lodge is certified LEED Silver. Enjoy incredible views from the expansive porch, relax in front of the grand stone fireplace, and enjoy meals from a dedicated chef.

Tucked away in high country at 10,000 feet in elevation, Costilla Fishing Lodge offers direct access to untamed wilderness and fishing lakes. Breathe in the crisp alpine air and soak in the stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range as you cast for Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout.

Costilla Fishing Lodge has 8 luxurious guest rooms. It is available to book per room (2 Guests), or as a full buyout (16 guests). Bookings are for a minimum of 2 nights.

Peak Season Rates (May 15-Sept 30, Nov 22-30, Dec 21-Jan 2): Full buyout is $12,500/night, single rooms start at $1700/night

Non-peak Season Rates (Jan 3-May 14, Oct 1-Nov 21, Dec 1-Dec 20): Full buyout is $11,900/night, single rooms start at $1600/night

Additional Information:

Rates include 3 meals daily, all non-alcoholic beverages and two daily activities including horseback riding, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, shooting sports, 3D archery, geocaching, and disc golf.

Excludes: alcoholic beverages, transfers, private guides, spa services, photo sessions, cooking classes and curated dining experiences.

$650 per person, per night is applied if minimum occupancy is exceeded. Any one (1) child, aged 11 and under, is included when staying with two paying guests in the same Costilla Lodge room.

Private guides are available at a rate of $475/8 hours or $350/4 hours, for up to 4 guests. All Costilla Fishing Lodge guests require and are issued a state fishing license upon arrival. The fee is included in the rate.

With snowcapped tundra, 19 fishable lakes and over 550,000 stunning acres of picturesque lands, this is the jewel of northern New Mexico. Its diverse landscape is home to a wide variety of wildlife including Elk, Bison, Black Bears and Mountain Lions. Whether riding horseback through open fields, exploring turn-of-the-century charcoal kilns, or fly fishing for Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout, there's something for everyone.

Rest up at the Costilla Fishing Lodge, a wonderfully secluded getaway located 45 minutes from the Main Lodge. Tucked away in high country at 10,000 feet, Costilla Fishing Lodge offers direct access to untamed wilderness and fishing lakes. Breathe in the crisp alpine air and soak in the stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range as you cast to Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout.

Constructed using the property’s own timber and stone, this solar powered eco-friendly lodge is certified LEED Silver. Enjoy incredible views from the expansive porch, relax in front of the grand stone fireplace, and enjoy meals from a dedicated chef. Costilla Fishing Lodge is available to book per room, or as a full buyout.

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