La Pesca Lodge and the Trophy Speckled Trout
By Taylor Lane | Photography by Alexis Greene
Nestled near the water of Baffin Bay in Riviera, Texas, south of Corpus Christi, lies La Pesca Lodge. A new luxury, all-inclusive hunting and fishing Lodge fit for outdoor enthusiasts and those with a taste for the finer things alike. Aptly dubbed the home of the “trophy speckled trout” and most likely spot to catch your personal best, La Pesca is a destination all on its own!
For owners Meghan and Captain Justin Storm Brodnax, Baffin Bay has always been home. Three years ago, Meghan and Justin were growing tired of their nine-to-five jobs, finding more joy when their friends would ask for recommendations for fishing, lodging, and dining options in the area and coming up with detailed itineraries to share. With their expert knowledge of the area and Justin’s lifelong experience fishing the bay, the husband and wife decided to create something that combined everything they were recommending to others under one roof. Thus, La Pesca Lodge was born.
For those looking for a top-of-the-line fishing experience, La Pesca offers guided fishing tours captained by experts who were born and raised fishing in the area. Although these excursions can be experienced year-round, March through May stand out as peak times to hook a trophy trout. Because of their all-inclusive perks and unmatched fishing guides, the lodge books up quickly, typically up to four months in advance.
While most lodging options for a beachside getaway cater to either great fishing or a luxurious retreat with culinary delicacies, La Pesca Lodge has all bases covered. With a sparkling swimming pool, fire pits, lounge areas, and lush private rooms, it’s easy to kick back at the Lodge. Meghan helps guests build the perfect activity lineup, featuring excursions such as guided wildlife tours, King Ranch tours, and opportunities to enjoy the protected species nearby, as La Pesca is surrounded by a bird sanctuary.
To top it all off, Chef Maddie Witts brings her culinary expertise to the experience as the mastermind behind the five-star dining experiences offered at La Pesca. Owner of Witt’s Bakery, chef Maddie brings her love for baking to the Lodge, whipping up her grandmother’s recipes and her own divine creations for guests.
A Cast and Blast Experience for the Ladies
Last fall, a group of women came together at La Pesca Lodge for a hunting and fishing experience hosted by McKenna Quinn. Amber Haynes, the founder of McKenna Quinn, a women’s apparel brand designed for outdoor sporting enthusiasts, organizes ladies’ hunting and fishing excursions that go above and beyond the typical group experience.
With the Lodge serving as home base, the group set out on the first morning to a nearby cornfield for their first dove hunt of the weekend, with their bird dogs just as excited as the first-timers and experienced hunters in the group. Upon returning to the boutique-style Lodge, the ladies were ready for happy hour by the fire and time to unwind. For dinner, prime rib and pork chops were the perfect way to refuel, followed by dream-worthy desserts from Chef Maddie.
The next morning, the ladies set out on a bay fishing tour to catch their trophy trouts and bull reds! The lady anglers were joined by the expert guides from La Pesca. What better way to celebrate their catches from the morning than by transforming the fish into a delectable lunch? After a recharge at the Lodge, it was back into the fields for another successful dove hunt by sunset.
Whether it’s a couples weekend, family vacation, or corporate retreat, La Pesca is fit to accommodate groups large and small. Every guest feels right at home at the Lodge. Home-cooked meals, personalized itineraries, and the magnetic dynamic of the husband-and-wife dream team at the forefront, with their daughter, Kylie, and sons, Marshall and Maverick, keeping the energy alive.
La Pesca Lodge | 1103 Farm to Market 628
Riviera, TX 78379 | www.lapescalodge.com
