Author: 9Cloud Development

As Tom Brokaw once said, “If fishing is religion, fly fishing is high church.” Brooks Lake Lodge & Spa seconds the idea. The luxury historic lodge located deep in the Shoshone National Forest is pure heaven for fishing enthusiasts with its remote location and trout teeming in rivers and lakes. “Late summer is a great time of year to be at the lodge, and fishing enthusiasts travel from all over to stay with us and enjoy our lakes, streams and mountains,” says Adam Long, Brooks Lake Lodge general manager. “As an avid fisherman myself, it’s rewarding to hear our guests’ great fishing stories, so we wanted to create a package that will take advantage of this special outdoor sporting experience.”

In addition to fishing, the lodge’s all-inclusive plan offers a selection of outdoor activities such as hiking, canoeing, horseback riding and archery. Guests can both recharge and unwind at the lodge as they enjoy the variety of gourmet offerings in the dining hall and later belly up to the Cowboy Bar for a fine selection of spirits, wines and beer. And the plush beds in the suites and cabins combined with quiet Wyoming nights make for wonderfully restful evenings.

Brooks Lake Lodge & Spa, a 100-year-old historic guest ranch near Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park, is located one mile from the North American Continental Divide, with views of the Pinnacle Buttes, Austin’s Peak and Brooks Mountain. Surrounded by evergreen forests, wildlife and Brooks Lake, the exclusive, all-inclusive Wyoming Rocky Mountain resort offers five-star service, luxury accommodations and gourmet dining. The new separate spa facility was built with Western Craftsman-style detailing to complement the historic lodge. A dude ranch by summer and ski and snowmobile haven in the winter, the lodge provides year-round activities for outdoor enthusiasts.

With its final 5-mile approach accessible only by dog sled, snowmobile or track vehicle in winter, Brooks Lake Lodge & Spa, a secluded guest ranch hidden within the Shoshone National Forest near Yellowstone and Jackson Hole, offers an ultimate – intimate – snowy resort experience. Situated at an elevation of 9,200 feet and surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, the exclusive, all-inclusive resort provides a luxurious private Wyoming escape. A true haven for snow enthusiasts, the historic lodge is set on a 300-acre alpine lake and offers a variety of lodge rooms and luxurious private cabins with dramatic views.

Brooks Lake Lodge guests choose from numerous guided or unguided winter activities included with overnight stays. Snowmobilers can explore roughly two million acres of snowy terrain, cruising on mild backcountry trails or testing the limits on uphill climbs and carving through deep snow on new high-performance machines. Cross-country skiers can glide over miles of groomed trails (cross country skis, step-in bindings and premium boots included).

Or strap on snowshoes (snowshoes, adjustable bindings and aluminum crampons included) for a wintery nature walk through the Shoshone National Forest packed with natural landmarks. Winter guests can also try their hand at ice fishing on Brooks Lake, alive with trout swimming two feet beneath the ice for catch-and-release excitement – or bring the catch back to the lodge for the master chef to prepare for the evening meal (fishing rods, lures, bait, ice huts and refreshments all included). Guests can also enjoy a Rocky Mountain Safari through the surrounding countryside with an expert guide pointing out the local wildlife. And everyone can appreciate sliding down the snow hill at Brooks Lake Lodge in snow tubes.

After a day out on the snow, return to the lodge for Governor’s Tea time, a 4:30 p.m. tradition that offers a variety of fruits, cheeses, cookies and crumpets served with hot drinks around a fire crackling in one of the resort’s four giant stone fireplaces. Later, settle in for a hearty dinner with a gourmet selection of premium seafood, beef, game and poultry entrees.

For cozy indoor relaxation while the snow flies, the 3,000-square-foot on-site Rocky Mountain Spa offers a menu of treatments including sports massage to soothe tired muscles. And guests can stop by anytime for a soak in the 11-by-17-foot hot tub overlooking Brooks Lake and the Rocky Mountains. In the evening, belly up to the Cowboy Bar to sip from a wide selection of spirits while recounting the day’s snowy adventures.

With its setting in the wilds of Wyoming and elegantly rustic decor, luxury guest ranch Brooks Lake Lodge & Spa has it all, including an abundance of outdoor activities, an inviting and relaxing spa, and a carefully preserved setting. Travelers are seeking destinations that have the capacity to take “experiential” to the next level, with uncommon surroundings and once-in-a-lifetime activities steeped in nature. With “The Total Package” at Brooks Lake Lodge, guests can experience a connection to nature during a spectacular season in a secluded mountain setting while still enjoying the comforts of a luxurious lodge.

“The nature-rich outdoor amenities at Brooks Lake Lodge are an ideal backdrop for travelers motivated by a longing for deeper connections to indigenous environments,” says Brooks Lake Lodge General Manager Adam Long. “While our all-inclusive approach ensures that a Brooks Lake Lodge stay is always a ‘total package,’ we wanted to emphasize the message with this special pricing-plus-spa opportunity for the beautiful late summer season. This new package offers the opportunity to cross off multiple bucket list items while immersed in our unique Rocky Mountain landscape.”

Built in 1922 and located near Jackson Hole and Yellowstone National Park, Brooks Lake Lodge nourishes body and soul through its rare combination of pioneer-era ambience, sumptuous accommodations, pampering spa and modern amenities. Guests can choose from an appealing array of adventures with life-changing potential, including hiking, horseback riding and fishing in the backcountry of Shoshone National Forest — with its extensive system of rivers and lakes teeming with trout — as well as learn new skills or practice old favorites in the impressive alpine atmosphere, such as archery with mountains framing the targets, or canoeing around scenic Brooks Lake.

In addition to the outdoor activities, the Lodge’s all-inclusive plan includes use of the full-service spa with its tranquility room, dry sauna, fitness room and 11-by-17-foot hot tub with incredible mountain views. All guest meals also are included; the chef serves hearty Western breakfasts each morning, filling lunches at noon, Governor’s Tea with hors d’oeuvres for an afternoon pick-me-up, and gourmet dinners every night. The Western saloon-style Cowboy Bar within the lodge offers a fun and casual nighttime entertainment environment with a large selection of spirits.

Set in the Rocky Mountain wilds of Wyoming, luxury guest ranch Brooks Lake Lodge & Spa proves the ideal winter destination for snow sports lovers. The U.S. trade group SnowSports Industries America reports that more than 22 million people participate in some kind of snow sports activity, with more than 4 million riders hopping on a snowmobile annually, making the intimate winter experience at Brooks Lake Lodge a coveted backcountry getaway for outdoor adventurers.

Tucked away in Shoshone National Forest backcountry but within easy driving distance to Jackson Hole, Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park, Brooks Lake Lodge is unrivaled for snow sports enthusiasts looking for the rare combination of nature-rich outdoor amenities and sumptuous accommodations. And with better-than-average snowfall predicted for the region, the historic lodge is set to open for its winter season.

Guests of all ages can choose from an appealing array of snow adventures at the lodge, all covered by the all-inclusive plan – from backcountry skiing and snowshoeing to ice fishing in alpine 234-acre Brooks Lake (any trout that guests catch can be brought back to be cooked up for dinner by the lodge chef). Expert-guided wildlife excursions spot animals that have migrated down from the highlands to winter near the lodge. But by far the most popular winter sport at Brooks Lake Lodge is snowmobiling on the more than 2 million acres of pristine national forest and ranchland, surrounded by spectacular views of the Pinnacle Buttes, Brooks Mountain and Richard’s Peak. As this video shows, snowmobiling guests can enjoy challenging themselves in the “steep and deep” or opt for a more leisurely ride on groomed trails.

“Our unique setting here in the Rockies and our all-inclusive setup make this an incomparable choice for travelers looking to escape to a place where they can really immerse themselves in the environment,” says Brooks Lake Lodge General Manager Adam Long. “Guests get the opportunity to explore the area and feel like they are an integral part of this magnificent natural experience.”

Built in 1922, Brooks Lake Lodge features elegantly rustic interiors and an inviting and relaxing full-service spa, complete with a tranquility room, dry sauna, fitness room and 11-by-17-foot hot tub with incredible mountain views. Lodge rooms are individually decorated with handcrafted furnishings of lodgepole pine and goose down comforters, while heated cabins sport wood-burning stoves and inviting sitting and dining areas, some with fireplaces and whirlpool or clawfoot tubs. And each room comes with spa robes and free WiFi.

In addition, all guest meals are included and fit in well with a winter getaway: The chef serves hearty Western breakfasts each morning, filling lunches at noon, Governor’s Tea with hors d’oeuvres for an afternoon pick-me-up, and gourmet dinners every night. Meanwhile, the Cowboy Bar within the lodge serves up fun and casual nighttime entertainment, along with an extensive selection of spirits.

Travel site Only in Your State recently showcased Brooks Lake Lodge as one of Wyoming’s must-visit destinations – free from crowds, remote yet easily accessible, and packed with immersive experiences. The article lauded the lodge as “the perfect place if you want to get away from it all.”