For the past 18 years, we have met my sister and BIL every summer to fly fish a “bucket-list” river/area. We’ve rented some lovely properties. Elk River Lodge is the total outstanding package. The setting, the house, barn, yards, deck, hot tub, sauna, horses, wildlife all added to the exceptional quality of our stay. The custom, hand-etched furniture and cabinetry, super-comfortable beds, gorgeous linens, and fluffy towels are further evidence that the owners appreciate their guests and care deeply about their experience. The house and grounds are immaculate. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need. It’s a fabulous house with obvious careful and thorough consideration of space…lots of space! The deck overlooking the creek packed with friendly brook trout was a favorite spot. Pretty, feisty brookies. For us, the house was lagniappe; the property’s close access to the Elk River was our main attraction. The dry fly fishing was unbelievable- gorgeous cutthroat trout. Great wading, easy access, and we only saw two drift boats zip by the entire stay. We did fish other spots Jason told us about but came back for the outstanding late afternoon fishing on the property. Charming little Fernie had good restaurants, Sparwood had great pizza and the grocery store had everything we needed. Jason is the consummate host. He patiently answered my zillion fishing questions and generously shared his local knowledge. We caught magnificent fish because of Jason.
We have already sent the ranch’s link to several fly fishing pals who will book next summer. That’s the highest praise I can give a property…my passionate recommendation. We are incredibly grateful that Jason shared his ranch with us. It is a very special place.
Book it right now!