Rose Falls Day Trip
Difficulty ⭐️⭐️⭐️⚫️⚫
One of the most visually stunning lakes in the entire Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Rose Lake is a breathtaking Boundary Waters lake between the Gunflint Trail and the Canadian Border. A short (roughly 5 hours) day trip into the Boundary Waters, this is a great trip for those new to canoeing as well as the more experienced.
This trip starts with a 25-30 minute drive to Entry Point 60. Groups then have a short paddle on Bearskin Lake, then an 80 rod (0.25 mile) portage into Duncan Lake. Once at end of Duncan Lake, your group will park the canoes at the portage and then hike to the falls. There are several hiking trails along the path where visitors can see the top and midsection to the falls as well as the glacial ridges south of Rose Lake where you get an incredible view into Canada. You can also see man-made rock staircases which travelers portage on to Rose Lake! Rose Lake is a classic trip for newcomers and seasoned BWCA travelers alike and is definitely worth the trip. A light trail mix snack is provided.
Offered Daily: Thursdays – Monday
Start Time: 9:00 AM
$145 Day Guest | Lodge Guest $120
Clearwater Palisades Day Trip
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️⚫️⚫️⚫
Clearwater Lake is well named and its stunning clear blue waters will transport you to another place. With views from your canoe 40 feet down into the water and views for miles across the horizon from the top of the bluffs, you won’t want to miss this adventure.
Your trip to the palisades starts with a roughly 40 minute drive to Clearwater Lake. The beginning paddle across can vary, but ideally takes about 30 minutes. There is no portaging on this trip! After parking the canoes on the other side, your group will hike up to the top of the palisades. This part can get steep so be ready. The hike is approximately 1 mile each way but the views are unbeatable!
A light trail mix snack is provided for this 4 hour adventure.
Offered Sundays
Start Time: 9:00 AM
$145 Day Guest | Lodge Guest $120
Cross Bay Day Trip
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⚫️
This Boundary Waters canoe route is a difficult loop that will take about 5-6 hours to traverse with an experienced guide. Expect to see beautiful scenery as you travel through this isolated area filled with marshes.
A short 10 minute drive to the start at the Cross Bay Lake Landing will start you with a beautiful river view as you paddle through! You’ll then portage 65 rods (0.2 miles) and soon after a short paddle you’ll portage 37 rods (0.12 miles). After the second portage you’ll paddle into and across Ham Lake and to a 15 rod (274 ft) portage. This one is short but steep! Finally you’ll paddle the rest of the way in through lovely marshy scenery. A chance to see nature in its most pure state, the call of the loon, soaring bald eagles, huge fish, and maybe a moose are all possible through this pristine section.
Pictured above is an entry to Ham Lake that you will travel in the day’s adventure. Note the change in foliage on opposing sides of the water as this is the origin site of the 2007 Ham Lake fire. This impressive location gives opportunity to connect with your guide about wildfire impacts and ecology. A light trail mix snack is provided.
Offered Mondays & Saturdays
Start Time: 9:00 AM
$155 Day Guest | Lodge Guest $125
Granite River Day Trip
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This trip takes you along part of the famed Voyageurs Route that early explorers ran to trade and trap furs from the interior of the continent and ship out through the Great Lakes.
Your route starts at our very own beach on Gunflint Lake and continues through the Magnetic Narrows. From there, you’ll enter Magnetic Lake and paddle past the fairy tale chalet on Gallagher’s Island. Then, you’ll portage a 15 rod (275 ft) and 50 rod (0.16 mile) portage along Granite Falls, proceeding up to the Granite River.
For those wanting an extra challenge you may able to do the 100 rod (.31 miles) to Clove Lake! If you are a comfortable river canoer, this route will make you feel right at home.
Based on the group’s experience level, your guide may shorten or extend the trip to ensure everyone returns by 2 PM. There are a number of portages but they generally aren’t tough and the scenery is spectacular. You’ll see evidence of the Ham Lake Fire of 2007, which increases your chance of spotting moose in the new young growth and produces fabulous blueberries or raspberries in July and August.
A light trail mix snack is provided.
Offered Thursdays
Start Time: 9:00 AM
$155 Day Guest | Lodge Guest $125
*These activities do require active participation. You will be entering and experiencing a wilderness area.*
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made more than 30 days in advance will receive a 100% refund of the deposit. Cancellations made within 30 days – 72 hours will be refunded the deposit minus a software/processing fee. Cancellations made within 72 hours will forfeit the full 25% deposit. If we cancel the activity/rental for any reason, a 100% refund will be issued within 7 – 10 business days.
Lodge Overnight Guests Rates: We are pleased to offer discounted rates for overnight lodge guests. While our deposit policy is the same for all activity bookings, lodge guests will receive applicable discounted rates at the time of final billing on the day of their activity.