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About Us

Experienced & Professional Boundary Waters Canoe Guides and Outfitters

We share our passion for the Boundary Waters by helping you plan and outfit a successful adventure. The Ely Outfitting Co. experience is truly special, and we look forward to welcoming you to our community.

Wilderness adventure begins with Ely Outfitting Company. We are a BWCAW and Quetico Park canoe trip outfitter and guide service for everyone. Sharing the wilderness is our passion. As a modern and inclusive outfitter, we welcome and encourage guests of all backgrounds and abilities.

Boundary Waters and Quetico Canoe Trip Outfitters

Our trail-wise staff, quality ultralight outfitting equipment, and outstanding personalized service connect people with life-changing canoe adventures that re-energize, restore, and rejuvenate.

Fully Outfitted Professionally Guided Boundary Waters Canoe Trips

Our wilderness guides are experienced outdoor educators, savvy anglers, and just plain fun people to have along on a canoe trip.

We make trip planning fun and simple, provide an outstanding value, and share the colorful stories of the region. We specialize in providing the outfitting and sharing the skills for exceptional first experiences.

Our commitment to the environment is evident through our dedication to leave no trace ethics, wilderness stewardship, and protecting wild places.

If our values align with your own and you’re interested in working on the edge of the Boundary Waters, then click here for job opportunities.