BWCA Gear Guide
Gear
Selecting the right outdoor gear for a boundary waters trip is an essential part of the planning process. Gear selection should depend on durability, weight, size, group size, and other personal preferrance factors. Use this guide as a starting point for adding to your gear collection.
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Outfitters/Canoe and Gear Rental
There are many fine outfitters around the Boundary Waters Canoe Area who can help you with full trip planning and outfitting or fill the hole in your group gear and canoe rental needs. View Category Details
Lodging
Find cabin rentals, hotel rooms, and pre and post trip lodging guide. View Category Details
Ely
Ely, MN is a hub city to the western end of the BWCA. Find Ely's many fine outfitters, lodging, shops, and services to meet your needs. View Category Details
Grand Marais
Grand Marais, MN is at the end of the Gunflint Trail on the eastern side of the BWCA. It sit on beautiful Lake Superior and has many find restaurants, shops, an lodging establishments. View Category Details
Tofte
Tofte sits on the shores of Lake Superior and is a turn off point for the Sawbill area of the BWCA. View Category Details
On The Way Up
Don't miss the many hidden treasures on the beautiful ride north from Duluth toward the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. View Category Details