The DeBruce

The DeBruce sits in the secluded Willowemoc Valley within Catskill Park, two hours northwest of New York City, on waters where American dry-fly fishing was born. The property dates to the 1880s and has operated continuously under various names, now restored as an integrated fly-fishing and culinary destination. Guests fish the lodge's private half-mile stretch of the Willowemoc River and surrounding tributaries (Beaverkill system) for brown, rainbow, and brook trout, with daily guided…

The DeBruce offers a year-round fly fishing experience on the Willowemoc River, a tributary of the renowned Beaverkill system. The season officially opens April 1st and runs through October 15th, with the "Stream Progression" menu launching mid-April, highlighting fresh catches like Rainbow, Brown, and Brook trout, alongside freshwater eel, steelhead, and bass. This period, from April through early summer, is ideal for anglers seeking the Catskills' legendary trout fishing, with cool mornings and warm afternoons perfect for exploring the river's bends and pools. The lodge emphasizes its private, half-mile stretch of river, offering a serene and exclusive experience away from crowded public waters. While the primary fishing season is defined, the lodge's culinary program consistently features freshwater fish, suggesting year-round availability of these species on the menu, reflecting the spirit of the "Land of Little Rivers" throughout the seasons.