FOR THE
Experienced Adventurers
Experience the quiet of a lake at dawn, the burn in your shoulders after a long portage, and the particular satisfaction of earning your rest. Ely is your gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, with over a million acres of lakes, rivers, and forest waiting for you to explore on your own terms. Whether you're here for a day paddle or a week- long expedition, the outfitters in town can set you up with gear, maps, permits, and advice tailored to your skill level and ambition.
The BWCAW is the largest federally designated wilderness east of the Rockies, consisting of more than one million acres of primitive forest and over 1,200 miles of canoe routes. It lies within the 3.9 million-acre Superior National Forest.
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