Clearwater Canoe Outfitters & Lodge
Gunflint Trail (Eastern BWCA)
Contact Information:
Direct Phone: 218-388-2254
Toll-Free Phone: 800-527-0554
Email: info@clearwaterhistoriclodge.com
Overview:
Clearwater Canoe Outfitters and Lodge is located mid-point
the Gunflint Trail, just a mile south of the historic
Voyageur Canoe Route, which created the boundary between the
U.S. and Canada. BWCA boundaries include most of 7 mile long
Clearwater Lake, whose majestic palisades are visible from
our dock. This more remote eastern section of the wilderness
is a particularly scenic one, filled with spectacular
bluffs, falls, and crystal-clear waters. Clearwater Lake
is a designated entry point into the BWCA.
Along our wooded peninsula are seven waterfront secluded
cabins for you enjoy the peace and solitude of the BWCA with
family and friends. Our housekeeping cabins are great for
taking day trips into the BWCA, hiking, fishing or just
enjoying all the wilderness has to offer. The cabins are
open year round to enjoy this very special and unique area.
Clearwater Lodge, the only resort on Clearwater Lake, was
finished in 1926 by MN pioneer Charlie Boostrom and is the
oldest original whole log structure in northeastern
Minnesota. On the National Register of Historic Places, it
has retained the look and feel of earlier times. The lounge
area has a large stone fireplace surrounded by one of the
finest collections of diamond willow furniture along the
Gunflint Trail. The wide verandah porch enjoys a view of
the majestic palisades of Clearwater Lake.
There is no other place like it on this scale, in the world.
This fantastic network is yours to discover, as you return
to a time that has not, after all, been lost.
Main Amenities:
- Lake Access - On Clearwater Lake, a BWCA Entry Point
- Outdoor Recreation - Hiking, canoeing, birding, historic lodge tour
- Restaurant - Breakfast by reservation, Bakery
- Cabins - 11 secluded waterfront cabins, 5 B & B Rooms
- Bunkhouse - Bunkhouses for Canoe Trips
- Lodge - Log Lodge on the National Register of Historic Places
- Store - Unique Northwoods Gift Shop
Additional Amenities:
- Beach - For Cabin Guests
- Hiking Nearby - Great Hiking Trails and the Border Route Trail
- Canoes - Kevlar, Royalex and Aluminum Canoes for rent
- Pets Allowed - Pets welcome with their families in most cabins
- Motor Boat Rental - 8 or 10 HP Fishing Boats for use on Clearwater Lake
- Fishing - Walleye, Smallmouth, Northern and Lake Trout
- Bait - NIghtcrawlers and Leeches plus plastics
- Birding
- Fireplace in Room
- Fishing Boats
- Fishing Guide - Guide Service Available, Reserve in Advance
- Kayaks
- Kitchenette - All cabins have fully equiped kitchens
- Playground
- Sauna
- State/National Park Nearby - Loctated in the Superior National Forest
- Telephone - Centrally located phone
Additional Amenities:
- Private Docks/Slips - All Cabins have private docks or pull ups
- Coffee Maker - All cabins have fully equiped kitchens
- Fish Cleaning House
- Gift Shop - Unique northwoods gifts
- Museum/Historic Sites - Clearwater Lodge - National Historic Register
Come work, play, and adventure with us in the BWCA on the Gunflint Trail this summer!
https://clearwateroutfitters.com/
Clearwater Lodge & Canoe Outfitters is looking for exceptional summer staff who are passionate about the outdoors and customer service. Completed in 1926, Clearwater Lodge is the oldest and largest free standing whole log structure in the region and is listed on the National Historic Registry. The business has operated since 1915 and is the original outfitter on the Gunflint Trail still operating today. Along with the lodge and outfitting services we also offer 12 lakeside cabins which capture the spirit of the Northwoods.
Our Guest Services staff work to ensure guests have a great vacation by keeping buildings and grounds cleaned and maintained as well as being friendly and helpful representatives of the resort.
Guest Services/Housekeeping staff duties include:
• Cleaning – All guest services staff pitch in to clean cabins and help wherever needed. You may be asked to clean cabins, lodge rooms, shower houses, bunkhouses, or any of the common areas. It may also include some grounds maintenance. There may be times you are asked to assist the Outfitting Manager in cleaning canoes or outfitting gear as guests check the equipment back in.
• Laundry – With 12 cabins, 5 lodge rooms, bunkhouses and shower houses, there is no shortage of laundry. It will be ongoing throughout the week and all Guest Service staff will assist with this process
• Kitchen – We serve daily breakfast to our guests and provide bag lunches to people who are going out for canoeing or hiking daytrips. You may be asked to assist in preparation of meals, serving and general meal clean-up. You may also be asked to help in the preparation of daily staff dinners.
• Lodge / Common Areas – Guest Services staff may help in the oversight of the lodge porch/common areas as well as restocking the store inventory or even overseeing the store and assisting guests with their purchases.
• Some Guest Services staff will be cross trained in Outfitting and Facilities and be able to flex between both departments based on need.
Dates of Employment: Season runs approximately May 10, 2023 – October 15, 2023.
Actual employment dates will vary and be discussed on an individual basis to accommodate school schedules, etc.
Wages and Schedule: Wages are paid hourly and include housing and meals for all
staff. Wages start at $11.00 per hour plus room and board. You will be scheduled approximately 40 to 45 hours each week, though days and hours may vary. All staff will be working Saturdays & Sundays. Staff are provided 2 consecutive days off per week. On your time off, you are welcomed and encouraged to use our watercraft, canoeing and outfitting gear to explore the area lakes and trails. We believe the more you learn about the area, the more helpful you can be to our guests.
Room and Board: Housing and all meals are included. Most of our staff housing isprivate, but a few are shared. There is a private WiFi network in the staff housing area. Staff utilizes the resort laundry facilities after hours for personal laundry. The staff uses the shower house restrooms and showers. Breakfast and lunch items are provided for you to eat on your own schedule. Dinner is prepared and served family style and we all eat together.
Remote Location: We are located 26 miles north of Grand Marais, MN, halfway up the Gunflint Trail, in the heart of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Clearwater Lake is an entry point into the BWCA. Due to our remoteness we cater to the type of
guest who wants to take a break from the constant connectivity of a 21st century lifestyle. We look for the same sort of person in our staff members. Cellular service is extremely limited on the Gunflint Trail (there is no signal at Clearwater) and WiFi is only available in a few resort buildings including the lodge. If you can’t handle a summer away from the conveniences of modern life, then this might not be the position for you. If you can appreciate working hard during your shift and then slowing down, disconnecting, and heading out to explore, camp, fish and hike in the heart of an untouched wilderness on your time off, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact: natalie@clearwaterhistoriclodge.com AND/OR info@clearwaterhistoriclodge.com