Canoeing in Minnesota: Day Canoe Trips near Ely, MN

Several pristine canoe routes can be found on many lakes and rivers that are outside the  BWCAW , yet are within the National Forest boundaries. There are a variety of different wilderness canoeing experiences including a series of lakes connected by portages, slow-moving meandering rivers, as well as more challenging and faster-moving waters. Some of these areas provide excellent fishing. Contact an  Ely outfitter  to get started. A few suggestions include:

Bass-Dry-High Lakes:3 miles in length

Fenske-Sletton-Tee-Grassy-Low-Bass lakes:3 miles in length

Burntside-Dead River-Twin Lakes-Everett:11 miles in length

Hunting Shack River:4 miles in length