The lodge with a view of the Lanín volcano and exquisite cuisine, renovated by a couple from Bahía Blanca

Nestled against the backdrop of the majestic Lanín volcano, Spring Creek Lodge offers more than just breathtaking scenery. Owners Mariana Ganuza and Gustavo Hiebaum, who relocated from Bahía Blanca over two decades ago, have cultivated a unique tourism experience that extends far beyond landscape contemplation.

The lodge, originally built 40 years ago and now managed by the couple since 2021, provides a rich array of activities. Guests can partake in tango and haute cuisine classes, bird watching, and pottery workshops. Adventure seekers can enjoy kayaking, cycling, and horseback riding excursions. The lodge is situated near the Tromen pass and offers easy access via RP 60, with the journey itself providing glimpses of local wildlife like cows, sheep, wild boar, and deer.

Spring Creek Lodge, which accommodates guests in six two-person cabins, remains open even after the fly-fishing season concluded on May 31. It serves as an ideal starting point for exploring the region's five rivers and the Valdivian rainforest bordering Chile, near Lake Tromen. The lodge also boasts a fleet of boats for navigating the abundant waterways of Junín de los Andes, renowned as some of the most pristine in the Patagonian Andes.

Beyond the rivers, the lodge is a strategic base for hiking the trails of the Tromen volcano, including opportunities for ascent. Visitors can also explore the surrounding lakes such as Paimún, Huechulafquen, Curruhué, and Epulaufquen. The lodge emphasizes a "good life" experience, offering gourmet dining prepared by chef Federico Castro, rejuvenating massages, and activities like yoga, tai chi, and tango classes. Winter brings opportunities for snowshoeing and backcountry skiing on the Lanín volcano, while summer invites guests to a white-sand beach accessible by a short walk down to the Chimehuin River.