Cold Water Danger – A Lesson
In the Boundary Waters, the water’s always cold. Here’s what to know if you find yourself in frigid waters.
Outfitters and Camps
No gear? Lack experience? No problem! Outfitters and camps can open the doors to the Boundary Waters.
Ely Area
Canadian Waters
111 East Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Cliff Wold’s Outfitting Co.
1731 E Sheridan St
Ely, MN 55731
Ely Outfitting Company
529 E Sheridan St.
Ely, MN 55731
Riverpoint Resort
12007 River Point Rd
Ely, MN 55731
Spirit of the Wilderness
2030 E Sheridan St.
Ely, MN 55731
Way to Go Canoe Outfitters
1557 Esterberg Road
Ely, MN 55731
Williams and Hall Guides & Outfitters
14694 Vosburgh Road
Ely, MN 55731
Wintergreen Dogsled Lodge
1101 Ring Rock Rd.
Ely, MN 55731
Northshore / Gunflint Trail Area
Clearwater Canoe Outfitters
772 Clearwater Road
Grand Marais, MN 55604
Hungry Jack Outfitters
318 S Hungry Jack Road
Grand Marais, MN 55604
Rockwood Lodge & Outfitters
50 Rockwood Road
Grand Marais, MN 55604
Sawbill Canoe Outfitters
4620 Sawbill Trail
Tofte, MN 55615
Sawtooth Outfitters
7213 Hwy. 61
Tofte, MN 55615
(218) 663-7643
Tuscarora Lodge
193 Round Lake Road
Grand Marais, MN
Voyageur Canoe Outfitters
189 Sag Lake Trail
Grand Marais, MN 55604
Youth and Family Camps
YMCA Camp Menogyn (Gunflint)
For over 90 years, this camp has introduced young people to the wonder of the Boundary Waters.
YMCA Camp Widjiwagan (Ely)
For over 90 years, this camp has introduced young people to the wonder of the Boundary Waters.
Voyageur Outward Bound School
For over 50 years, VOBS has used the wilderness as a classroom to transform lives and build leaders.
YMCA Camp du Nord (Ely)
A perfect getaway for families and groups, with numerous year-round activities for people of all ages.
Camp Birchwood for Boys (Gunflint)
For over half a century Birchwood has focused on connection, self- discovery, and a shared purpose.
Wilderness Canoe Base (Gunflint)
Camping programs for families, groups and young people
12477 Gunflint Trail
Grand Marais, MN 55604
(218) 388-2241
https://lakewapo.org/find-a-camp/group-facility-rental/wilderness-canoe-base/
Women’s Wilderness Discovery (Ely)
Custom, year-round trips and workshops designed for women and girls of all ages and skill levels.
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