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Gunflint Trail

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Seagull Outfitters
Gunflint Trail

Gunflint Lodge
Gunflint Trail BWCA

Voyageur North
Canoe Outfitters

River Point
Ely, Minnesota

Or Follow the steps below . . .

CanoeCountry.com offers these simple steps to help you plan your trip . . .

It's now easier to get started with your trip planning. CanoeCountry.com offers many resources to help you get going! We highly recommend using an outfitter, especially if it is your first canoe trip in the BWCA-Boundary Waters Canoe Area or Quetico Park. 

First, read the About, FAQ's, Where is Canoe Country?, Introduction, History, Travel Ethics and Safety Tips. Been in the BWCA in winter? If not, your missing ice fishing, dog sledding, skiing, snow shoeing, winter camping, and more...[click here]

Step 2:  Look over entry points and pick an area you'd like to visit by looking at the overview map of the area. We carry all the trip maps for your Boundary Waters and Quetico Park visit. Purchase maps here.

Step 3: Canoe trip outfitters can supply you with complete or partial equipment needs. Select an outfitter or guide service for your adventure. Or stay at a resort, lodge, cabin, bed & breakfast or campground and day trip into the BWCA. Need assistance? Click here for outfitting or lodging.

Step 4:  Select your entry point for canoeing or hiking. Permits must be reserved before you enter the BWCA and Quetico Park for camping overnight. Day tripping only requires a self completed day-use permit which is available at entry points, canoe trip outfitters, forest service stations, and most lodging establishments.

Step 5: The BWCA Reservation Web site has real-time permit availability, this is an external link to the National Recreation Reservation Service at; www.bwcaw.org

>>Bonus Steps: See before you go! Paddle on by the Boundary Waters Image Gallery by outdoor photographer Layne Kennedy.

Golden Eagle Lodge and Campgrounds
Cabins and tent/RV campgrounds

Gunflint Lodge
Has bunkhouses available

Gunflint Pines Campground
Camp on the shores of Gunflint Lake

Voyageur North Outfitters
Ely, MN

Many of us would rather stay in a cabin or lodge and day trip or fish the periphery of the Boundary Waters. Lodging information is here.

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