BASS FISHING MECCA - Terry Hollan and Rene Salazar, owners of Lake Huites Lodge, have done what needed to be done at Lake Baccarac for twenty years- constructed a lakeside lodge that is a mirror image of their fabulous facility on Lake Huites. The new Lake Baccarac Lodge will house 32 anglers at this Mexico bass fishing mecca.

Lake Baccarac was stocked in 1978 with Florida strain largemouth bass. The lake is 25 miles long and five miles wide and is 30,000 acres at full pool. The lake record and also the Central American record were set in 1993 by Bruce Knutson of a 19.10 lb. bass. Lake Baccarac’s favorite friend and part-time resident, Sonny Talkington, caught an 18.11 lb. bass at Lake Baccarac. Mexico bass fishing at its finest! Many of you who have frequented Lake Baccarac over the years know Sonny and are aware of his infamous log of all fish caught on the lake. We are happy to have him as our neighbor and the lodge’s resident expert.

Until now, anglers were somewhat inconvenienced by having to spend their evenings and nights in facilities away from the water, but with the opening of the 2004 fall season, this has all changed. Now bass fishing in Mexico has changed with our lakeside lodge, the brand-new Lake Baccarac Lodge. Anglers are brought right to the water’s edge to stay in our brand-new Lake Baccarac Lodge, overlooking Lake Baccarac and the beautiful surrounding mountain scenery. Rene and his staff are there to ensure your stay is topnotch – from the air-conditioned, spacious rooms to excellent meals prepared by the cooking staff to the housekeeping staff who will pamper you – even washing your clothing daily. From the moment you arrive in Mexico until you leave, the staff is there to meet your every need and to make sure your stay is a memorable one.

Then there is the fishing. Brand-new 18 foot Crestliner boats manned by Lake Baccarac’s most famous guides (Sixto, Arturo, Antonio, Eddie, just to name a few!) who have an intimate knowledge of the lake, most having twenty years of experience on the lake, await you each morning to help you realize every angler’s dream – that mammoth bass on your line.

Lake Baccarac Lodge was built for one reason – to give anglers another opportunity while bass fishing in Mexico to stay in elegant accommodations while enjoying the world’s best bass fishing. Whether there are two of you, twenty of you, or you’re pulling your boat, we await your arrival so that we may give you the best bass fishing experience you have ever had. Lake Baccarac has come full circle and is once again a true trophy paradise.

19.1 lbs is the official lake record; however, fish in excess of 24 lbs have been reportedly caught by local fishermen. The season of 2003-2004, every time we turned around, clients have caught 14 lb. fish, 15 lb. fish; fish over 10 lbs. with good numbers of 5 to 7 lb. fish. This is a hot Mexican lake. Obviously, Baccarac is back!

This beautiful lake is nestled among the forested mountain peaks. They have recently paved a major portion of the road, making access from Los Mochis much easier. The drive is currently only 2.5 hours. You may also access the lake by private plane, as the town has a 5,200 foot paved runway.

We have ten brand-new 18 foot Crestliners with 60 hp motors, front and rear trolling motors and depth finders.

Specials

October 25, 2005 – Five/four trip for the price of a four/three - $1395.00
November 22, 2005 – Four/three trip for $995.00 per person
December 14 – 24, 2005 – Any trip during those dates –four/three trip for $995.00 per person
January 10, 2006 – Five/four trip for the price of a four/three - $1395.00
April 11, 2006 – Five/four trip for the price of a four/three - $1395.00

Lake Baccarac Lodge Package Price
2005-2006

$1395.00 4night/3day - which includes ground transportation
$1675.00 5night/4day - which includes ground transportation
$1945.00 6 nights/5 day - which includes ground transportation
$2215.00 7night/6day - which includes ground transportation
$1900.00 - $2100.00 from many places in Texas - includes air transportation and 4 night/3 day of fishing - fly directly to the lake

Add-ons: Fish with Rene Salazar - manger and professional teaching angler-

$100.00 per day

Economy Package:

$995.00 4night/3day, 3 people to an economy room and fishing 3 to a boat

Deposit Amount:

$600 per person to secure reservation. Bookings are not confirmed until deposits are received. Final payments are due 30 days prior to your departure

Trip Duration (including travel days)

4 nights/3 days fishing
5 nights/4 days of fishing
7 night/6 days of fishing

Included in the Lake Baccarac Fishing Package

Ground transportation
Daily maid service
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Three days guided fishing (2 anglers per boat)
Mexican fishing license
Margaritas, beer, soft drinks and filtered water
Lake access fee

Not Included

Personal Purchases
Gratuities
International airfare

Additional Half Day Fishing: $175.00

Non-fishing guest or uneven number of people in group w/one fishing in a boat: Per day charge of $115.00

Non-fishing pilots stay for free.

Lake Baccarac Fishing Season

September through June. Although the lake offers excellent fishing on a year-round basis, we’ve discovered that the months outside the prime fishing window of September through June are often extremely hot or rainy.

Lake Baccarac Lodge Travel Itinerary

The majority of the anglers travel to Tucson, Arizona and then t ake the AeroCalifornia flight to Los Mochis, Mexico. Upon arrival in Los Mochis, anglers will then be greeted and transported the 3 hour ride to the lodge. The last hour is on an unpaved road. We can arrange private air charters upon request from several U.S. cities. Please m ake note of the preferred flights.

Wednesday arrival: 4 night/ 3 day arrive into Los Mochis via Aero Mexico 18:50 pm thru Phoenix depart Sunday via Aero California 12:05 pm
Tuesday arrival: 5 night/ 4 day arrive into Los Mochis via Aero California 16:45 pm thru Tucson depart Sunday via Aero California 12:05pm
Tuesday arrival: 4 night/ 3 day arrive into Los Mochis via Aero California 16:45 pm thru Tucson depart Saturday via Aero California
Tuesday arrival: 7 night/ 3 day arrive into Los Mochis via Aero California 16:45 pm thru Tucson depart Tuesday via Aero California.
Saturday arrival: 4 night/ 3 day arrive into Los Mochis via Aero California 16:45 pm thru Tucson depart on Wednesday via Aero Mexico at 09:05 am

Private Charters can be arranged from many places in the USA and will fly directly into Bacburito, which is 20 minutes from the lake.

Weather at Lake Baccarac
The evening and morning hours are cool because of the cool, crisp mountain air of the Sierra Madre Mountains. As the day progresses, it typically heats up to between 84 and 90 degrees. Occasional showers do occur, so a rain-suit is a must.

Lake Baccarac Lodge Accommodations
Two anglers will share a room complete with air conditioner, private bathroom and filtered water. The rooms overlook the lake. Maid service is provided daily. Our economy rooms sleep three anglers to a room.

Meals at Lake Baccarac Lodge
The cooking staff will provide a delightful array of dishes for visiting anglers, including steaks and a variety of seafoods and an elaborate Mexican dinner. Freshly made chips and salsa, along with frosty cold margaritas, are always on hand to hold you over until dinner is served.

Activities for the Non-Angler at Lake Baccarac Lodge
Lake Baccarac Lodge is first and foremost a fishing lodge. Activities other than fishing are very limited.

Packing for Lake Baccarac Lodge Fishing Package
Upon receipt of deposits, you will be sent a detailed packing list and other literature.

Trip Cancellation and Travel Insurance Recommendation
A fishing expedition will certainly offer you an exciting and rewarding experience. Unfortunately, however, one undertaking such an angling adventure must face the possibility that you or your fishing companion might be forced to cancel your trip at the last moment due to illness, injury or other emergency or sustain an unfortunate injury and require medical services or worse, medical evacuation during your trip. Trip cancellation and travel insurance can help protect you and your travel companions from these unforeseen and unfortunate circumstances. We will send you the application forms from Travelex, a major, reliable insurer of traveling anglers. Typically, the cost of an extensive program is less than $65 per $1,000 of coverage. It is wise to always consult with your personal health insurance provider before undertaking any type of travel to determine what is covered in the event of injury or illness during your travels.

This One's Worth Two Pictures!

This magnificent 18.3 pound bass was caught by Mike Hutcherson of Plainview, TX. Rene is holding this fish for Mike. Fish caught using a watermelon 8" Lizard in 14ft of water. When Mike hooked the fish it felt like he was hung in the brush. The fish was caught on Saturday afternoon the 13th of February 2005.

Terry Hollan

Terry Hollan, has become a prominent name in Mexico bass fishing circles. He is known for building luxurious facilities and providing first-class service to his clientele.

With the help of his partner, Rene Salazar, he has made Lake Huites Lodge the “gold standard” by which all lodges are to be judged. The tradition is continuing at Lake Baccarac Lodge, which will be a mirror image of Lake Huites Lodge, both in terms of its architecture and service provided to bass fishermen.

Rene Salazar

Rene Salazar has truly been the heart of Lake Huites Lodge and he will now turn his talents to Lake Baccarac Lodge. Every client can tell you who Rene is; his personality shines night and day as he strives to make every angler’s stay their best ever. The word “no” is not in his vocabulary.

Rene is a second-generation lodge manager and also an amazing Mexican bass fisherman, making him a great partner to Terry and the biggest asset for both lodges.

Sonny Talkington

Sonny, a resident fixture at Lake Baccarac for the last fourteen years and father figure to many of the locals, he has caught more 10 lb. bass than any man we know. He knows Lake Baccarac better than anyone. Sonny is responsible for making the call that, it’s time to build a lodge lakeside at Baccarac.” I hope each and every one of you have the pleasure of meeting this resident bass fishing expert while at the lodge.

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