Kawishiwi Lodge

Welcome to Lake One-Ely Outfitters at Kawishiwi Lodge in Ely, MNLake One-Ely Outfitters in Ely, MN provides easy on-site BWCA canoe renting, canoe outfitting, and lodging for those who want a truly peaceful wilderness experience that avoids the hassle of renting in town. We invite you to join us for your next Boundary Waters canoe vacation - our tranquil setting, customized BWCA canoe outfitting packages, personalized service (from Frank & Roger), and competitive outfitting rates will become part of an unsurpassable Boundary Waters vacation experience. We regularly hear from our guests that we are the best Ely-area outfitters and provide the best BWCA canoe trips, best wilderness experience, or even the best vacation they’ve ever had! Many of them return again and again--some say they don’t want to leave! And if that doesn't convince you, check out our Top 10 Reasons to Rent at Lake One Outfitters.Lake One-Ely Outfitters are located right on Lake One in Ely, MN, the starting point of the most popular canoe routes in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) of the Superior National Forest. On the US-Canada border in the Arrowhead Region of Minnesota, just west of Lake Superior, BWCA is one of America’s most visited wilderness areas, renowned for its world-class canoeing, fishing, and hiking.