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Need inspiration for your next adventure? Want to canoe the Boundary Waters but not sure where to begin? You’ve come to the right place!

Decide What Type of Trip to Take

There are many ways to explore the Boundary Waters, but the two most popular modes of travel are hiking and canoeing.

Northeastern Minnesota is created for canoeing. This is the best canoe country in the United States, a place where each year thousands of lives are transformed. 

A number of rugged wilderness trails wind through canoe country, challenging the stamina and navigational skills of even seasoned backpackers.

Pick a Time of Year

From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the Boundary Waters becomes a destination for adventure seekers and those looking to relax, fish, and discover the wonder of this national treasure.

Crisp weather, stunning colors, fewer people and no bugs. There’s a reason people pick fall to get their Boundary Waters fix!

Once the lakes freeze, people exchange their paddles and canoes for snowshoes and dogsleds. Those who embrace the cold are rewarded by unmatched beauty, silence and wonder.

Select Your Route

Our interactive route-finding tool makes it easy to find your next adventure. With 1,200 miles of canoe routes and endless options of where to go, what lakes to visit and which portages to take, you’ll need a couple lifetime’s worth of paddling before you get bored.

Reserve Your Permit

From May 1 to September 30, if you plan on any kind of overnight visit to the Boundary Water (backpacking, canoeing or otherwise) you need to obtain a quota permit. They go quickly, so reserve yours in advance!

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Looking for an authentic, unique vacation experience? Piragis Northwoods Company has been helping guests experience the beauty and solitude of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area for over 40 years.

Not sure if you have enough experience for a Boundary Waters Vacation?   We can help you plan (and even guide) a trip to fit your experience level.

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We had a great trip. The suggestions your team made for our canoe and gear were right on. The meals you supplied were excellent. We were very happy with the fishing and they tasted great cooked over the campfire. We want to come back next year- so I'll be making plans for that and let you know. Thanks for bending over backwards to help us make this a wonderful trip. James Darden , Bartow, GA

I want to THANK YOU and Piragis again for the most WONDERFUL TRIP!! We all raved about everything and many echoed the words that it was indeed the trip of a lifetime as promised! Linda Bailey, Fredericksburg, VA

Your team was great. Extremely friendly. Every time I reached out to Piragis I was treated respectfully. That was a big deal since it was my first time leading a trip. I highly recommend Piragis. David Grismer, Sioux Falls, SD

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How to Plan a Boundary Waters Canoe Trip in Minnesota

Start planning your Minnesota Boundary Waters canoe trip with this complete guide including BWCA entry points, Boundary Water camping, & more

Planning a Boundary Waters canoe trip in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA) involves navigating a labyrinth of over 1,000 lakes and islands. Located on the Minnesota/Canada border, I’ve made countless trips to the BWCA ever since I was a kid and it always delivers when I want a quiet week filled with great views and adventure.

The BWCA is the most-visited wilderness area in the U.S. and for good reason. From short overnight trips to multi-week remote adventures, the BWCA offers a unique camping experience for all skill levels. Like most remote camping trips, though, canoeing the BWCA requires planning in order to secure permits, learn how to navigate lakes and make portages, and assemble the right gear for a successful trip. I’ve made many trips to the BWCA, so in this post, I’m sharing all the important tips and guidance you’ll need to have a successful trip in Minnesota’s great north woods.

In this Boundary Waters canoe trip guide, I share everything you need to know to plan your own canoeing adventure to this amazing and remote area.

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Best Time to Canoe the Boundary Waters

Since the lakes freeze over in the winter, the best time to canoe the Boundary Waters is between spring, summer, and fall. Typically May through October is the canoeing season.

The summer months are the popular time to go, especially the back half of August. The water is warm enough to swim in and the weather gets up into the 70s and 80s. The main downside to canoeing in the summer months, however, is that mosquitoes and biting flies can put a huge damper on your trip. Bugs peak in mid-June and while the black flies last a week or two, the mosquitos stick around all summer. People share horror stories about the mosquitos, but truthfully they’re not much different than anywhere else in the Midwest.

Visiting during the spring is constrained to the month of May since the lake ice usually doesn’t melt until then. It’s a great month for fishing, solitude, and returning animals and birds, but it can be cold — lows are typically in the 40s.

Fall is one of the best times to visit the BWCA. There are fewer or no bugs, the crowds are basically gone, the fish are returning to the shallow water, and the fall colors are changing. Camping from mid-September to mid-October is the best time to visit if you want to catch the fall foliage as the aspen, birch, and maples leaves begin turning red, orange, and yellow. Make sure to check out these fall camping tips if you plan to visit during this season.

No matter what time of year you visit, it’s important to be prepared for cold temperatures, rainy weather, or submerged and wet gear. Always pack extra warm layers and don’t use cotton.

Planning Your BWCA Route

Bwca entry points.

There are two main BWCA entry points to start your trip: Ely and the Gunflint Trail . In general, the Ely area is quite wooded and has old-growth tree stands you can camp near. Visitors starting in the Gunflint area are likely to see the effects of fires and blowdowns, but while some forests in this area seem more sparse, there’s a more remote, rugged quality to this terrain.

I’ve done a handful of canoe trips out of Ely, but I prefer the Gunflint area for starting a trip because you immediately enter into wilderness with a rugged character.

BWCA Portages

If you’ve never been to the Boundary Waters before, it’s possible you’ve never had to portage a canoe before. Simply put, a portage is when you pick your canoe up and move it overland from one lake to another. The BWCA has over 1,000 lakes connected by portage paths of varying lengths — the shorter and fewer of them on your route, the easier it will be.

Portages are typically measured in rods, which is 16.5 feet long, roughly the length of your canoe. Portaging a canoe isn’t as hard as it seems and it’s actually easy to pick up and carry a canoe by yourself. It has more to do with skill than strength — forget the methods that have you quickly lift the canoe overhead like a powerlifter. Simply follow this method for picking up and carrying the canoe . I’ve seen retired folks do this in the BWCA with no problem at all.

Boundary Waters Route Options

My favorite BWCA route is starting off at the Gunflint Trail at Saganaga Lake and canoeing to Red Rock Lake, Alpine Lake, and Sea Gull Lake to loop back to the start.

There are lots of different route options, though, and you can’t go wrong using the Trip Planner from the Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness (more on them later) to cater the route to your trip. You can choose different routes depending on your timeframe, how many portages you’d like to take, how long you want to paddle each day, and your current skill level.

Boundary Waters canoe rentals & Outfitters

While some people bring their own canoes to the BWCA, there are plenty of Boundary Waters canoe rental outfitters in both Ely and the Gunflint Trail. Not only are they inexpensive, but the guides here are a wealth of knowledge for planning your trip, asking questions, and getting some great beta on the best swimming spots and fishing holes. I’ve had great experiences with Voyageur Canoe Outfitters .

Keep in mind that the BWCA is a very large wilderness area, and with so many lakes and islands, you could spend a lifetime exploring different routes. No matter if you choose Ely or Gunflint as your Boundary Waters entry point, you’re going to have a blast.

BWCA Permits

Once you’ve decided on where you want to start your trip, you’ll have to secure a BWCA permit. Permits are required for overnight trips from May 1 to September 30 . Walk-up permits are available the day of and the day before your trip, but their availability is not guaranteed. Keep in mind you don’t need to know exactly how many days or how many people are in your party to reserve a permit.

One Boundary Waters permit allows a group of up to 9 people and 4 watercraft to enter the wilderness . You can’t exceed the group limit at any time on water or land. Fees are $16 per adult per trip ($8 per kid per trip), and there’s also a non-refundable $6 reservation fee.

If you plan on fishing, obtain your fishing license before your trip either online or at any gas station/bait shop across the state. If you’re a Minnesota resident, an annual fishing license is $25 or $14 for 72 hours. If you’re a non-resident, it’s $51 annually, $43 for 7 days, or $36 for 72 hours.

The reservation system for Boundary Waters permits opens up at 9 a.m. CT on the last Wednesday of January every year on the BWCA recreation.gov website . If you plan on canoeing outside of the May-September season, you do not need a permit. BWCA canoe rental businesses can also provide permits.

You’ll need to pick up your permits in person at either a Superior National Forest district office or a BWCA outfitter in order to complete the mandatory Leave No Trace & Tread Lightly education session. This is a relatively short video/Q&A session that ensures visitors understand how to minimize their impact in the backcountry and stay safe in the remote wilderness.

While you don’t need a permit to bring a dog into the BWCA, you should bring a current rabies certificate and rabies tag on their collar. Dogs are welcome in the wilderness if they have good voice control, don’t bark or chase wild animals, have experience in a canoe, and are not left unattended . Always be prepared to clean up after your dog.

Boundary Waters Campsites

Boundary Waters campsites are spread throughout the wilderness area and tend to be on wooded shorelines. It’s pretty obvious where most of them are, and they are clearly labeled on BWCA maps. An easy way to tell if a campsite is occupied or not is to look for canoes on the campground shoreline. You can only camp at existing campgrounds in the BWCA and the campgrounds are first-come, first-serve .

It’s a good idea to break camp early and snag the campsite you’d like by early afternoon so you get the one you want. I once slept in and paddled during the afternoon instead and found every campsite was already taken at the lake I had planned to stay on. That meant a much longer day of paddling for me since I had no choice but to canoe on to the next lake and find the next empty campground.

My main consideration when choosing a campground is the view. Do you want to be on a peninsula surrounded by water, in a thickly wooded area, or do you want to make sure you have a great view of the sunset? Take your priorities into account when choosing your spot.

Boundary Waters Canoe Trip Gear

One of the best parts about canoe camping is that you only have to lug your gear on portages.

You can read our 3-day backpacking checklist to get a general idea of what you’ll need. It goes without saying that the Boundary Waters is a remote area; be sure to pack warm clothing and rain gear so you can stay safe in the event of storms, submerged and wet packs, or days or rainy weather.

Shoes for the BWCA

You’ll want good footwear for the Boundary Waters that can deal with water and rugged portages. I recommend water sandals whenever you’re in the canoe or getting in and out. Check our review of the Teva Universal Trail Sandal . These would be a great choice for a BWCA trip.

For portages, you’ll want hiking shoes or boots that have a closed-toe and closed-heel. These will keep your feet and ankles protected while carrying heavy packs and the canoe. Portages in the BWCA are filled with rocks, tree roots, and slippery mud so plan accordingly.

Dry Bags and Canoe Packs

While you can technically use a backpacking pack to carry your gear, using canoe packs from Duluth Pack, Frost River, or Granite Gear has its perks — it’s also what you’ll get from your outfitter if you rent a canoe. You can also invest in a few lightweight dry bags to keep your items dry and separated, like these Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Sacks .

For a cheaper option, simply line your pack with a garbage bag and arrange your gear inside.

Navigating the Boundary Waters

You’ll need a compass, map, and map case (outfitters will provide these) for a Boundary Waters canoe trip. Fisher Maps , McKenzie , and Voyageur make the best BWCA maps or National Geographic also makes a detailed BWCA Map Pack . There’s little to no cell service in the BWCA, so don’t rely on your phone for navigation and pack or rent a satellite communication device for safety.

To navigate the Boundary Waters, your best bet is to orient yourself using portages, campgrounds, and prominent features of the shoreline like points, islands, bays, etc. It’s normal — and a right of passage — to get pretty confused about exactly where you are since the lakes and islands can make it seem like a maze. Don’t worry, it’s rare for visitors to actually get lost!

Water Gear & Equipment

Aluminum canoes are heavier to carry on portages, but they’ve got one big benefit: they’re bombproof. No need to worry about scraping a rock in these! Kevlar canoes are more fragile and require extra effort when using them, but they’re much lighter to use while paddling and portaging.

You’ll also need a fair amount of gear for your canoe (outfitters will provide all of this): paddles, life jackets , duct tape, sponge and bailer, and cords to tie in your packs. If you’re planning to fish, bring a pole and tackle box. And don’t forget a swimsuit!

Essential Clothing for Paddling

Carve Designs Cruz Rashguard

I prefer wearing a rashguard over sunscreen these days. I own the Cruz in 2 colors and it’s a staple for any water activity because it dries quickly but also keeps you cool, plus the cut is flattering.

Nani Swimwear Hybrid Explorer Shorts

These shorts are super comfortable, dry really quickly, and come in a bunch of colors and prints. I wear them on all water adventures!

Teva Universal Trail Sandals

Sandals that stay on your feet and can get wet are essential. I like these because they have good grip and can be worn hiking as well, plus they can easily be strapped to your boat when not in use.

Outdoor Research Sunbriolet Hat

You’ll want a wide-brim hat that can get wet and has a chin strap so it stays on in the wind. This Outdoor Research hat is quick-drying, will float if it falls in the water, and comes in a variety of colors.

Goodr Polarized Sunglasses

Polarized glasses are best for the reflection of the water. I like to wear budget-friendly sunglasses paddling and I always wear a retainer so I don’t lose them in the water.

REI Co-op Rainier Rain Jacket

If it’s chilly or windy it can be helpful to have a lightweight rain jacket or windbreaker out on the water with you. I usually pack a jacket like this just in case!

Supportive Swimsuit or Sports Bra

You’ll want a comfortable swimsuit that you can be active in. I like to avoid swimsuits that pull on my neck (like halters) and have been loving Nani Swimwear lately.

There are bears that live in the BWCA, but they rarely bother people. Most visitors opt to hang their food from a tree instead of bringing a bear canister. To hang your food bag, find a tree limb about 15-20 feet off the ground. Attach a heavy item to the end of your rope and throw it over the branch so that the rope is 4 feet away from the trunk. Now attach your bear sack to the rope, pulley your bag into the air, and tie off your rope. With a little searching, you can usually find a popular tree limb that’s used near each campground.

Water Filtration

Luckily, obtaining water in the Boundary Waters is much easier than most backpacking trips. While old-timers may still drink straight from the lake, it’s safer if you boil or filter the water. Simply paddle out away from your campsite and fill your containers from the lake, then purify or boil the water before using. While I used to drink straight from the lake, it’s not worth risking a Giardia infection.

The Platypus GravityWorks filter system is simple to use without needing to pump it. I’ve also used a Katadyn Hiker Microfilter in the BWCA, too, which I like because you can filter water straight into your water bottle while you’re canoeing.

I recommend filling and treating a 1- to 3-gallon water container when you arrive at your campsite to use for dinner, breakfast, and filling smaller 1-liter Nalgenes for the next day’s paddle.

Fire, Camp Stoves, and Cooking Gear

BWCA campgrounds have a fire pit area that can be used for cooking as long as there isn’t a fire ban in the area. The fires must be small and be put out completely when you’re not in camp. Firewood is available from the surrounding forest, but remember to only take dead and downed wood — live wood doesn’t burn well, anyway. If there is a fire ban, bring a camp stove for your cooking.

Sun Protection

It’s easy to get sunburned on a Boundary Waters canoe trip. Not only are you spending a lot of time out under the sun, but it’s also reflecting upward from your canoe and the water, too! Use sunscreen , a sun hat , and consider UPF clothing to keep the sun at bay.

Help Protect the Boundary Waters

The BWCA is a unique, special place. But that doesn’t mean it always will be. Consider supporting the Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness to ensure this national treasure stays protected. Proposed copper-sulfide mines like Twin Metals risk contaminating and permanently polluting the Boundary Waters.

Learn more about threats to the BWCA and how you can help protect it by supporting Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness .

Taking a canoe trip through Minnesota’s Boundary Waters is a trip unlike any other, and thanks to its massive size and undeveloped character, it’s a wilderness you can return to again and again for new adventures. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or new to canoe camping, the BWCA will not disappoint!

Have you done a Boundary Waters canoe trip or are you planning one? What questions do you still have? Let us know in the comments!

Isak is an outdoor freelance writer that loves traveling through Western public lands in his self-converted van to hike, ski, and find the country’s best used bookstores and coffee shops. When he’s not writing or adventuring, Isak is working on Seek More Wilderness to provide outdoor goods that give back to the outdoors. You can view his writing clips at IsakKvam.com and follow his van adventures on Instagram.

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I just got back from the Boundary Waters (6 days, 5 nights in early-mid Sept) and it was amazing. I’m definitely making a trip back sometime, even though I had moments of questioning if i signed up for type 2 fun…. 1) drizzle to rain to soaked tent on night #2, 2) deluge welcomed us to a steep, rocky, slippery campsite, 3) trying to carry a canoe (even part way) on a mile long, level 8.5 portage (and then to find out that was only the second portage of a 3x portage day)…. but then we rewarded with the most beautiful rainbows, silence, starry nights, and disconnection from civilization. Great write up!

That sounds like an adventure!

Amazing clicks of pictures! we have done with same place and its look like a heaven on the earth and we enjoyed our trip. Before visiting this place, we consult with Boundary Waters Catalog about the place and we bought some tools from them. We got some information from some blogs and our trip was amazing.

Hi Eric, thanks for reading & the tip for the Boundary Waters Catalog. Glad you had an awesome trip!

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Boundary Waters Canoe Adventure

Destination: boundary waters, minnesota, | activities: canoeing.

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Our August Boundary Waters Canoe Adventure is the perfect way to seize the end of summer! Whether new to paddling or already experienced, you will delight in the pristine lakes, quiet campsites, and the serenity offered by this wilderness area. For our September or fall departure, the air is crisp and the fall colors are starting. Experience the beauty of golden aspens and red sugar maples as you float through the amazing Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA). We can't wait to paddle with you! Maximum group size: 7

• Camping in the colorful Minnesotan woods of golden aspens and red sugar maples
• Reveling in the peace and quiet of the pristine lakes
• Learning and honing wilderness skills
• Getting to swim and relax in the company of new found friends
• Enjoying hearty camping meals after a wonderful day of canoeing and portaging

Departures and Prices

• 2 experienced AGC guides
• Two nights lodging in a comfortable bunkhouse
• All group gear and equipment (canoes, paddles, life jackets, tents, sleeping bags, pads, cookware, stoves) Participants are welcome to bring their own sleeping bag and pads
• All meals from dinner on day 1 through breakfast on the last day
• Round-trip transportation between Duluth, MN and Ely, MN
• Luggage transport

Trip Documents

This trip is great for any woman in basic good health. Beginning canoeists are offered the training they need to build new skills with confidence. More experienced paddlers have ample opportunity to improve their techniques and learn new wilderness living and traveling skills. Rating : 1 2 [3] 4 5

This trip is great for any woman in basic good health. Beginning canoeists are offered the training they need to build new skills with confidence. More experienced paddlers have ample opportunity to improve their techniques and learn new wilderness living and traveling skills. Some paddling is strongly recommended. A love for paddling is recommended.

Our first and last night will be spent in a simple but sturdy bunkhouse. There are shared bathrooms. While camping we will utilize 2-4 person tents, provided by our outfitter. Due to the campground sizes restrictions, it is not possible for participants to each bring their own tent.

Below is the proposed itinerary for the trip. As is true on any adventure travel trip, plans for any specific day may be modified due to weather considerations, unforeseen circumstances, new opportunities, and group interests.

Welcome to Minnesota!

Start the canoe adventure, day 2 of backcountry canoeing, day 3 of backcountry canoeing, day 4 of backcountry canoeing, day 5 of backcountry canoeing, farewell boundary waters, *these are the unfiltered reviews of women who have been on this trip in answer to the question "what made this trip special for you". we take reviews very seriously and often tweak itineraries based on feedback. please feel free to contact us about any questions you have..

I only rate it because I had a shoulder injury (not on the trip, before) that made it hard to really paddle well - I wouldn't have missed it and Adele and Elysee were VERY helpful and accomodating, but it left room for improvement (for next year!)

Location, people, guides, equipment, you name it -- all fantastic

First and foremost - the skill, professionalism, group management, calm and friendly demeanor, gourmet cooking, and delightful senses of humor that Elysee and Adele exhibited from start to finish. Secondly, the members of our group were all equally committed to contributing whatever it took to make the adventure succeed on multiple levels. Third - the gear from Voyageur North Outfitters was first-rate. And of course, surrounding all - the infinite peace and beauty of the Boundary Waters.

Our guides were both outstanding and the group we traveled with was amazing.

Spectacular scenery only accessible by canoe, awesome guides and new formed relationships. Amazing!

Our guides created the perfect atmosphere with quiet confidence, consummate professionalism and stealthy vigilance. We barely noticed how hard they were working as they appeared to be having fun right along with the group.

I haven't been wilderness camping in a long time and I forgot how quiet nature can be. I didn't know that the Boundary Waters was a no-fly zone and a designated dark sky area so to not hear aircraft was wonderful and living in an area with a ton of light pollution I was in awe of how many stars I saw and the Milky Way was just jaw-dropping. Meeting and getting to know women from all over the country was another highlight of the trip. I hope to see some of them on another AGC adventure in the future.

Everything from pre-trip planning to arriving in Duluth and making our way to Ely and onto the Boundary Waters went smoothly and easily. I really appreciate the feeling that our guides had accounted for most of the details that would come up and could come up. We got to enjoy a bit of Ely, get comfortable with portaging, and learn about the journey ahead of us before venturing out on the water. The guides were really top notch. They gave me the chance to learn new skills and to try out those new skills in the outdoors. The sheer vastness of the lakes and the sky and the scenery and how different weather conditions affected our journey was just another part of the adventure. What really made it special was that there wasn't really an itinerary in the boundary waters. We went to the places that fit our skills and the conditions and wherever we went it was stunning day or night.

What a fun adventure. A great group with plenty of support from the guides and the other participants to do new things…like portaging a canoe. The beauty and peacefulness of the Boundary Waters make it a special place.

The camaraderie of the group and the magnificent Boundary Waters.

My love of being in nature was enhanced significantly by canoeing the fabulous interconnected waterways, walking in the unspoiled forests, discovering the many varieties of lichen and mushrooms, watching breathtaking sunsets and seeing a million stars out at night! Top it off with two brilliant guides who know and love the Boundary waters and who are passionate about showing our group this one of a kind place, made the trip uniquely special.

The guides made this trip unique. Their task was to keep all 6 participants of different abilities and needs safe, fed, warm and dry enough, injury free, and happy. Somehow on day one, we could tell we were in good hands!

The amazing guides, the solitude of the boundary Waters, and amazing new friends I met made this trip a memorable check off my bucket list.

The guides and the location.

I had never canoed so I was very far from my comfort zone. Deb and Adele were patient while still encouraging me to step up my game!

The boundary waters has been on my bucket list for a long time and this was a perfect introduction to paddling in this wilderness. The women on the trip as well as the guides were wonderful. The full moon night paddles were magical.

Our guides, Deb and Adele, made the trip so special with their care! Their efforts to make the experience memorable succeeded in every way-from fabulous meals to glorious campsites to informative talks.

Wonderful group of women experienced in camping and paddling. Terrific guides who knew the territory well and shared their enthusiasm for the boundary waters.

- It challenged me. - It introduced me to a place I'd always wanted to explore, but hadn't found a way to do it. Five days & four nights in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness left me feeling like a true Minnesotan. It was full of contrasts: Headwinds & calm glass-like waters, foggy mornings & sunny/sparkling afternoons, sweaty days & chilly nights, long paddles & short portages, rocky/sharp terrain & soft trails, alone & in community. It made me feel strong & yet so small compared to the vast expanse. It was…Incredible. Mysterious. Inspiring. Beautiful. An awesome learning adventure, so different than anything I’ve ever done.

This was my first trip with AGC but it won’t be my last. It was a treat to travel with such a congenial group of women and two of the best guides one could hope for. Canoeing and camping in the Boundary Waters is a perfect way to “get away from it all” to a place of peace, serenity and natural beauty. The trip was well organized and ran smoothly; even the weather cooperated. As a vegetarian, I didn’t have great expectations for the food, especially on a camping trip. Boy was I pleasantly surprised! Kudos to the chefs.

The place and a chance to canoe.

No rating can express the inner joy & peace that comes from being in the Boundary Waters. Travelling with like-minded women and two of the best guides I've ever had, tops any expectation one might have.

This was my second trip to the Boundary Waters. The first was in 2002, with AGC, and my memories were of a wonderful trip. I have wanted to go back for a long time. This trip not only confirmed all my memories, but exceeded my expectations and has now made new memories. I remember the loons and their haunting calls, the beautiful sunrises and sunsets, the lovely campsites, the calm and peaceful lakes with few people, the portages. We did a different route than my last trip. I enjoyed Ely, and the Wolf Center there is not to be missed. This trip also added one day of wind for challenging, yet great learning and paddling, and for me, 20 years older than my first trip, nice physical challenge, but always just as much as I was willing and able to do. The guides were spectacular, as they were on the first trip. (I probably went with Deb 20 years ago, so no surprise about great guides! ) and my fellow participants were friendly, encouraging and fun to be with. I hope I get to return again.

• I've never camped before, is this the right trip for me? That depends, are you ok not showering for a few days? Would you be comfortable sleeping on the ground? (You'll have a sleeping pad, but it won't be as comfortable as a proper bed.) Are you ok sharing the confines of a tent with another person? Are you easy going when it comes to changing plans based on the weather? If your answers to those questions were "YES," then you'll do just fine on this trip!
• Where do we eat? The guides will be cooking the meals while camping; two dinners will be at restaurants where you can order off the menu.
• What dietary preferences or restrictions can you accommodate on this trip? We can accommodate vegetarian and "simple" allergies (i.e. allergic to just one thing like shellfish or mushrooms). Because of the nature of backcountry cooking, we cannot guarantee zero cross-contamination between vegetarian and non vegetarian meal preps, nor can we accommodate travelers with gluten or lactose intolerances.
• Do you guarantee excellent fall foliage? We wish we could! We can say that unless it is a highly unusual year, there will be fall foliage. But when the peak occurs and how intense it is varies from year to year.

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Choosing a Canoe Trip Route

Do you need to choose your own route? In most cases, our customers leave that up to us.

But before you think you must blindly go where we tell you, let us assure you that is far from the way we handle a trip.

Unless you have had several trips to the Boundary Waters or Quetico Park, chances are your understanding and perceptions of the area are based on something you have read or have been told. Your understanding is probably accurate for the most part, but there is the possibility that there may be a few errors or seasonal considerations. Perceptions, however, are usually wrong.

In almost every case where you’ve heard that an area is “better”, or has lighter use, or has better fishing, or more wildlife, or fewer portages … we can probably show you another area that will top it. The reason is that there is no one “BEST” area. Two common examples are:

If you want to see fewer people, go to Quetico Park. The basis of that statement is true: per square mile, Quetico has a lower total quota for the daily number of parties entering the park than does the BWCA. In practice, however, we would say it strictly depends on which two entry points you are comparing. To paddle into Quetico Park, all parties must pass through an area ranger station such as Prairie Portage. There are 15 parties every day that must check in at that one spot before moving off towards one of five directional entry points. The vast majority of parties exiting the park will also pass through the Prairie Portage location. This “funneling” concentrates the numbers of people that you will encounter. On the BWCA side, there is no ranger station requirement. If the Quota is 27, that’s how many parties start there. If the quota is one or two, that’s how many parties will start there. So, it is strictly a matter of quotas as to where you will see more or fewer people.

Once in a while, we will get a phone call that goes something like this: “My uncle knows a fellow at work who has a son that started at XYZ Lake and he camped on an island. He really liked his trip. We want to go there, too.” The problem comes up when we take into account that every party is different. One may want to be out five days, they want one campsite, and they want to catch smallmouth bass. Another party wants to be out seven days, they want a new campsite every night, they aren’t going to fish at all, and they want to see wildlife and waterfalls. And the third party wants to be out six days, have three or four campsites, do a little fishing, and really want to be by themselves. All three trips are very valid, but none of them are in the same place, and we haven’t even mentioned paddling abilities. Getting back to the “XYZ Lake” recommendation, the boy was with his Scout Troop, and the party that is telling us that’s where they want to go are two couples in their mid-40’s.

We feel it is far better if the outfitter actually asks the party about ability levels, travel desires, activity expectations, and party make-up. Then, by applying their professional expertise, make a recommendation based on what the party has in mind. While it may still be “XYZ Lake,” it could be Little Indian Sioux River, Mudro Lake, Moose Lake, Island River or Farm Lake.

We utilize 24 entry points into the BWCA, and 11 into Quetico Park. They are all different … but, then, so are each of our parties.

We normally consider all of the options based on the entry points that have not been previously reserved at the time we receive the reservation. We then secure the most appropriate permit through the US Forest Service (for the BWCA) or the Ministry of Natural Resources (for Quetico Park). At that point, the planning process stops until your arrival at our base. Then, armed with the most current information available, we will discuss the entire area with you, pointing out specific highlights and drawbacks. You then evaluate that briefing and tell us what sounds best to you and your party. Then, with waterproof colored pens we plan out a route, marking the best campsites, the best spots to fish, where you should see wildlife, where the special scenic spots are to be found, and how to go about locating the portages along the way. We also give you an approximate timeline so that you finish the route on the same day you want finish your trip … not a day early because it was too short, or a day late because it was too long.

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Pro Tip: Slow Down

Slow down. Take a lesson from this Snapping Turtle. It is the season when they are crossing roads, highways, bike trails and yards that border lakes in town and on the way to town. They are digging up sand to lay eggs on shorelines and across portages. Just take 30 seconds to watch this one and appreciate the pace at which she goes.

Slow down in your trip planning. Preparation takes time. We’re here on the phones to help you plan your trip extensively before you arrive. Good prep, thorough preparation takes time and focus.

Slow down on your traveling trips to Ely and the Boundary Waters. We’re into Summer traffic across the country already. We want you to arrive safe and sound, so drive defensively, safely and plan for plenty of time for the unknown. You won’t be tempted to go to fast if you plan ahead for time needed.

Slow down as you pick up your permit, gear, food, canoes and/or meet your guide and group if you’re in a group canoe trip. Every step of the journey is worth taking time with and enjoying. The journey is the trip. The destination will be there when you arrive. Staying focused upon arrival will help insure that you have everything you need for your trip, including the knowledge of routes, maps, localized developments like high water, bear activity, etc. Not to mention fishing tips or other wildlife sightings.

Slow down on the water. Make the best decisions, be smart, don’t take unnecessary chances. Water is cold, fast and high during most Spring trips and is this year (2024). Wear your PFD lifevests and keep your gear packed in your canoes so that they are well balanced. Don’t make sudden movements (think slow down) and communicate.

Slow down on the portages. Not paying attention and hurrying can cause your toe to hook on a root or rock and the next thing you know you’ve turned or sprained an ankle. Falls on rocks hurt. Duh. Slow down, think smart, don’t walk on wet rocks or moss covered rocks with slippery shoes like (Crocs).

Slow down at camp. Don’t take stupid chances with tools and firewood. DO BE SAFE with FIRE. Crimp your hooks down, especially with trebles, don’t cast over people, don’t whip your lure back at the canoe — ie: I’m snagged, I’ll just yank the crap outta this until it comes flying back at us. YIKES. Remember that injuries out in the wilderness can happen quickly and usually from making a wrong snap decision. Slow down and think about the consequences of your actions.

MOSTLY SLOW DOWN and (good ole fashioned advice) Smell The Roses. You’re in the Boundary Waters at a campsite on what could feel like your own private lake. Isolation, Solitude, Peace. At your disposal. Enjoy yourself by slowing down and relaxing. Slow down and realize what happiness feels like. It’s good advice. Be like the turtle. The journey is the destination. The journey, each slow step of the way, that’s what it is all about. That’s a key to a good life. Appreciate the small and slow steps and enjoyment will come naturally. When it does, you can realize that a ton of stress has not only lifted from your shoulders like your pack and canoe, but that you didn’t pack it along for each step of the way.

Those around you will appreciate your attitude and calm approach. Leading by example will be easy and natural. On the way back home, be like this snapping turtle. Slow down. Reverse the process. Everything will be where you left it. Exit point, vehicle, canoe straps, Ely, hot showers and Dinner at a local restaurant, a fun night out and the ride home (now complete with the best of memories).

Pro-Tip done. Slow down, take a lesson from the Snapping Turtle.

We’re looking forward to seeing you!

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Rescue efforts for canoeists who went over Minnesota waterfall continue; Guard deployed

“no one expects their vacation to turn to crisis," minnesota governor tim walz said..

As the search for two missing canoeists in Minnesota hits a week, the Minnesota National Guard has been deployed to help locate them in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness , near the Canada border.

Governor Tim Walz on Thursday authorized the Minnesota National Guard to assist the St. Louis County Sheriff in searching and rescuing the two canoeists who went missing on May 18 near Curtain Falls.

The Minnesota National Guard will provide a CH-47 (Chinook) helicopter and four crew members for the rescue operation in the BWCA, said the governor's office. They will also help in providing "lift assets to transport a boat and additional equipment" to the area. The sheriff's office had requested assistance from the Minnesota National Guard as Curtain Falls is "extremely difficult to access," making it challenging to transport "equipment, supplies, and personnel in and out of the backcountry."

“No one expects their vacation to turn to crisis," Governor Walz said in a statement. "Yet, when four canoeists went over Curtain Falls in the BWCA, this became a reality.

My family is intimately familiar with the fear and heartbreak these canoeists are feeling. We are praying for those involved and immensely grateful to everyone from the Sheriff’s office to the National Guard who are supporting this mission," his statement added.

Walz's own brother, Craig Walz, was killed during a storm in the Boundary Waters Area while on a trip with his son in June 2016, according to CBS News .

Dozen crew members on ground

The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, in an update Friday, said that a camp had been established to "support the search efforts as personnel will be spending the majority of the weekend conducting shoreline, water, and ROV searches," despite difficult weather and rise in water levels.

"Over a dozen crew members are on the ground at the search area," said the sheriff's office, "with several others supporting in air operations and command posts."

The sheriff's office said assistance from various agencies, including the Minnesota National Guard along with good weather, helped rescuers transport equipment and personnel to the search area Thursday, which will aid in locating the missing canoeists.

Canoeists went missing last weekend

Two canoes carrying four individuals had gone over Curtain Falls last Saturday, the St. Louis Co Sheriff's Office said in a news release Sunday.

Authorities said that they received reports of a "water emergency on Iron Lake in the BWCA" shortly before 7:30 p.m. on May 18.

"The caller reported 2 canoes had gone over Curtain Falls during the incident, one party was badly injured and two individuals were missing," the sheriff's office said.

A rescue operation was launched to retrieve the individuals and around 12:30 a.m., the next day, and a helicopter extracted one of the injured individuals and another injured person. The injured person was flown to a hospital with "serious but not life-threatening injuries."

The search efforts for the other canoeists continued the next day. While the missing canoeists were not located, a fifth individual who was with the group, but not involved in the incident, was flown out of the wilderness.

The search mission for the two missing canoeists continued into the week but was temporarily halted Wednesday due to bad weather before resuming Thursday.

Iron Lake and its surrounding area remains closed for the public, a spokesperson of the St. Louis County Sheriff's office said Friday. The St. Louis County Rescue Squad, though on Tuesday, had said that they intend to reopen the lake as "long as paddlers don't interfere with aircraft operations (which happened before the closure went up), and people stay away from the active search area."

The two missing canoeists have been identified as Jesse Melvin Haugen, 41 of Cambridge, Minnesota and Reis Melvin Grams, 40, of Lino Lakes, Minnesota.

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62-year-old canoeist died earlier this month

Earlier in May, a 62-year-old man was found deceased in Lake Agnes in the BWCA. A capsized canoe was also located near the body, said the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office , adding that a life jacket was also located on scene, "but was not worn by the victim."

Investigators later learned that the victim was on a solo camping trip in the area. An investigation into the cause of death is underway.

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is located about 250 miles north of Minneapolis and covers an area of more than 1-million acres, with 1,200 miles of canoe routes, according to U.S. Forest Service .

Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X @saman_shafiq7.

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Body of canoeist recovered in Boundary Waters, search continues for other missing man

By Aki Nace

May 31, 2024 / 3:46 PM CDT / CBS Minnesota

BOUNDARY WATERS, Minn. —  The body of one of the two canoeists who went missing in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness was recovered on Friday during a search near Curtain Falls.

Jesse Haugen, 41, was in a canoe that went over the falls on May 18 . Officials found his body on Friday, but search efforts continue for the second missing canoeist, Reis Grams of Lino Lakes.

Officials with the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office say two canoes went over the falls. Two people — one of whom was badly injured — were rescued from the area, which is near the Canadian border.

Crews will continue to search over the weekend, the sheriff's office says, though flights in and out of the area will be unavailable until Monday. Weather and water conditions are large factors in the search efforts, and more rain is expected in hte next few days.

Between eight and 12 people are on the ground at a base camp, utilizing boats, canoes, drones, and K-9 teams to search the area.

Last week, Gov. Tim Walz announced that four crew members and a helicopter from the Minnesota National Guard would head to the Boundary Waters to help with the search.

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One body found after two people canoeing went over Minnesota waterfall

T he body of one canoeist has been found, nearly two weeks after two people went over Curtain Falls in northern Minnesota and went missing, according to authorities.

On Friday, the body of Jesse Haugen, 41, of Cambridge, Minnesota was found by crews near Curtain Falls, according to a news release from the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office obtained by CNN affiliate KBJR.

Search and rescue crews continue to search for the second canoeist, Reis Grams, 40, of Lino Lakes, Minnesota. He has been missing for nearly two weeks.

The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office was first dispatched to Iron Lake near the border of Canada at 7:21 p.m. on May 18, according to a news release. Two canoes had gone over Curtain Falls in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area , the sheriff’s office said. One canoeist was badly injured and two were missing.

Shortly after midnight, a helicopter was used to rescue one injured person and one uninjured person, according to the sheriff’s office. The injured person was flown to a hospital with “serious but not life-threatening injuries,” the sheriff’s office said.

“Friends, two families and a wide circle of friends are devastated tonight by the events at Curtain Falls,” the St. Louis County Rescue Squad said in a Facebook post Sunday evening.

Search efforts have been hampered by “many challenges and setbacks,” including “sketchy and unreliable” cell phone and radio communication, according to the Facebook post.

Rescuers worked all evening “until it was too dark to see, and are sleeping on the ground tonight” to continue searching first thing in the morning, the post said.

The search effort includes remotely-operated vehicles and drones, according to the sheriff’s office.

“Curtain Falls is extremely difficult to access, and we are depending heavily on our aviation partners to transport equipment, supplies, and personnel in and out of the backcountry,” added the rescue group.

Earlier this month, another canoeist was found dead in Lake Agnes in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, according to a news release from the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office.

St. Louis is located on Minnesota’s border with Ontario, Canada.

CNN has reached out to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office for comment.

CNN’s Sara Smart contributed to this report.

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Bad weather hampers search for 2 who went over waterfall in Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area

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ELY, Minn. (AP) — Bad weather Tuesday was hampering the search for two men who went over a waterfall while fishing in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness of northern Minnesota over the weekend.

St. Louis County Sheriff’s Cmdr. Nate Skelton told the Star Tribune of Minneapolis that the cloud cover was too low for aerial surveillance and up to 2 inches (50 millimeters) of rain was anticipated, so the next two days were not promising.

Skelton said a search crew was camping on site, waiting for conditions to improve in the remote area, about 100 miles (160 kilometers) north of Duluth. The closest town is Ely, some 20 miles (32 kilometers) away. The crew was equipped with drones and remotely operated vehicles.

Superior National Forest officials closed trails, campsites, portages and bodies of water in the area, to assist in the search.

Authorities have identified the missing men as Jesse Melvin Haugen, 41, of Cambridge, and Reis Melvin Grams, 40, of Lino Lakes. They went over Curtain Falls, between Crooked Lake and Iron Lake on the Minnesota-Ontario border while fishing in the area Saturday.

The missing men were part of a group of five in two canoes.

“One of the canoes got into some distress, and the others tried to give assistance,” Skelton said. “That’s when they both went over the falls.” Two of the men who went over were later rescued. One was flown to a Duluth hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The fifth man was found at a nearby campsite.

Skelton told Minnesota Public Radio that the waterfall is not a straight drop but goes down about 30 feet (9 meters), with rapid current. He said the group was familiar with the area.

“Four of them were basically anchored at the top of the falls, fishing, which they’ve done in the past, and it sounds like one of them may have had an issue and the other one went to try to give some assistance and both canoes and four people went over the falls,” the sheriff told MPR.

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The train takes you here from Moscow (from Kazanskaya train station) in approximately 16 hours or from Volgograd in about 20 hours. Ulyanovsk Main Station is located 6 km from the city center.

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Ulyanovsk has an extensive public transportation network that includes buses, trolleys, and trams. It is very affordable, but congested and may be quite confusing. You won't find any route maps or schedules, neither at bus stops nor in buses. Fee collectors usually don't speak English. Express buses and semi-private van routes are more comfortable and more expensive. Taxis are not expensive, and that's your best bet if you want to get somewhere (relatively) quickly, in (relative) comfort (almost all cars are old Russian ladas or over 10 year old non-Russian cars), and without much hassle. They are also most likely to have English speaking drivers (one in 1000) and superloud Russian pop music.

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As the home town of Lenin, it's worth visiting the Lenin Memorial Centre and Gardens and museums based in his former houses. There is also a museum dedicated to the poet 'Goncharov' and the war memorial at the end of the main street 'Ulitsa Goncharova' offers breathtaking views over the Volga.

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