Canoes

& Gear À La Carte

Know exactly what you need? Rent it and go. No packages, no extras, just the canoes and gear you’re missing. It’s a flexible option for groups bringing their own food, using their own setup, or replacing the few pieces they do not want to haul from home.

Rental

Rates & Discounts

Use the sections below to review current canoe and gear rental rates. A la carte rates are listed by item and calendar day, with discounts available for longer rental periods. Deduct 10% for 7-9 days and 15% for 10+ days

Canoes

Kevlar Canoes	Description	Rates
Souris River Quetico 17	2 Seats, 17’3″ (44 lb)	$52
Wenonah Spirit II	2 Seats, 17’0″ (42 lb)	$52
Northstar Northwind 17	2 Seats, 17’6″ (40 lb)	$52
Souris River Quetico 18.5	3 Seats, 18’6″ (49 lb)	$58
Wenonah Seneca	3 Seats, 19’4″ (55 lb)	$58
Northstar B19	3 Seats, 19’6″ (49 lb)	$58
Northstar Northwind 20	4 Seats, 20’5″ (48 lb)	$62
Souris River Tranquility	Solo, 15’5″ (33 lb)	$43
Northstar Northwind	Solo, 15’6″ (27 lb)	$43

Aluminum Canoes	Description	Rates
17′ Grumman	2 Seats (68 lb)	$30
18′ Grumman	2 Seats (75 lb)	$34

Canoe Accessories

Accessories	Rates
Life Jacket*	$4
Paddle, Bentshaft**	$4
Paddle, Straight	$2.50
Kayak Paddle, Solo Canoe	$4.50
Portage Pads*	$3.50
Car Top Carrier & Tie Downs*	$1.50
Canoe Chair, Crazy Creek	$4
Canoe Seat, Snap-In (Alum. Canoe)	$3.50

* Included with all Canoe Rentals
** Included with Kevlar Canoe Rentals, if desired

Camping Gear

Gear	Rates
Pack, Deluxe Personal (w/padded hip belt & sternum strap)	$7
Pack, Deluxe Food (includes plastic box liner)	$8
Tent, 2 Person, ALPS (7’6″ x 5′)	$14
Tent, 4 Person, ALPS (8’6″ x 7’6″)	$16
Tent, 5 Person, ALPS (10′ x 8′)	$18
Sleeping Bag w/Compression Sack (freshly laundered)	$6
Sleeping Pad, Inflatable, Full-Length, Thermarest	$6
Stove, 2 burner, Coleman (propane fuel extra)	$5.50
Stove, 1 burner, MSR Windpro II (isopro fuel extra)	$4.50
Cook Kit & Utensils (per person)	$3
Griddle	$3
Axe	$3
Saw	$3
Shovel (for Canadian trips)	$1.50
Fire Grate (for Canadian trips)	$1.50
Tarp, Deluxe	$5
Rain Poncho	$2
Water Carrier, 2.5 Gallon	$1.50
Helinox Chair One	$4
Helinox Cot One	$8
SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger ($25, 1-3 Days; $5 Each Add’l Day)	Varies
Shower, Post-Trip	$7

Fishing Gear

Gear	Rates
Fish Finder ($55/week)	$12
Fishing Rod & Reel	$6
Leech Locker	$1.50
Folding Landing Net	$3
Anchor Bag with Rope	$2

Know What You Need?

Rent Only The Missing Pieces

Some groups arrive with most of their trip already dialed in. If that sounds like your group, à la carte rentals let you add the specific canoes, camp gear, or accessories you still need without changing the rest of your plan. If your list starts getting longer, compare your rental needs with our Partial and Complete Outfitting options.

Canoes on shore at sunset on Knife Lake in the BWCA

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by Boundary Waters Paddlers SINCE 1961

    
 
 
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   toddrericson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We just finished our 4-day trip in the BWCA outfitted by Cliff Wold.  They were fantastic!  Exceptionally friendly and helpful!  We appreciated their knowledge of our route, recommendations for paddle time and campsites.  Their gear is exceptional - 3-person canoe, packs, kitchen supplies.  Packs and canoe appear to be quite new.  As expected, kitchen gear has some wear, but clean and very functional - no complaints.  Our tarp had a bunch of pin holes, I'm guessing from campfire sparks.  It leaked a little, but sufficed for the one night of rain.  We especially appreciated the fresh food for the first few days - eggs, ham, chicken, bacon, etc.  The dried dinners were excellent tasting.  The generous portions, food packaging and instructions were impeccable (apparently a big thank you to Amy, Ryan's wife!).  I could not give a HIGHER RECOMMENDATION to Ryan, Nate, Brennan, and Amy!  Thank you for making our trip great and memorable!
  
 
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   Andrew Lang 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wow.

My husband used Cliff Wold’s over 20 years ago when he was a teen. When planning our trip this year he reached out to them and it was clear our outfitter would be Cliff Wold’s again.

From the beginning the experience was amazing. They helped us plan our first route (affected by the fires this year), then reached out promptly when a permit became available for an alternate route that still hit each of our boxes for our first trip together.

Every time we reached out with questions the staff was responsive, informative, and so kind and friendly. We had a lot of questions!

Upon arrival they had everything ready to go. We opted to stay at their campsite overnight and have an early drive into Snowbank. They suggested places to eat, where to obtain firewood for our night at their campsite, and even adjusted our invoice because we brought some gluten-free foods from home. They took their time explaining the gear, what was included, what wasn’t, and how to stay safe in the BWCA. We felt fully prepared. I can’t remember the name of the guy that checked us in, but wow did he do a great job!

The driver to Snowbank was friendly, helpful, and even slowed down so we could see a wolf walking along the roadside.

During our trip we felt the gear provided was exceptional. We had all the cooking equipment we could need, the food provided was very good and easy to make, the tent and sleeping pads & bags were clean and warm for the cold night temps, and all additional items (dittty bag) had everything we needed.

Upon departure at Lake 1, the driver was prompt, helpful with gear, and greeted us with cold refreshments! We enjoyed chatting about what happened in the NFL while we were away for 8 days.

After we were dropped off we realized we left out fishing rods and IDs in the van. We visited the office to reclaim our items but also to thank the staff again and purchase some t-shirts to commemorate our amazing trip. We chatted with the owner and felt his love and passion for what he does.

All-in-all, we will visit again and there isn’t a question who we will choose for outfitting.

Thanks, guys! We had a trip of a lifetime thanks to your knowledge and kindness.

- The Langs from Tx
  
 
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   Mark M 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ryan and his friendly crew always make us feel welcome and that we’re in good hands.
We’ve outfitted with Cliff Wold’s for over ten years now, and are always impressed with the level of service we get, their attention to details, and top notch gear.
You can be confident your trip will go smoothly working with this outfitter.
  
 
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   Rod Reding 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ryan and his team are exceptional outfitters who consistently exceed expectations to ensure an unparalleled BWCA experience.
  
 
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   Christopher Elgin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cliff Wold's provided us with the full package.  All of the gear, meals, and planning for our trip in to the boundary waters.  The gear was clean (some brand new) and functional.  Food was great at the start, though the cured meats got redundant at the end.    The staff were great.  We had car troubles and they took on extra responsibility to take care of us.     Thanks for making this a great experience.
  
 
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   Morgan Van Haaften 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience with Cliff Wold’s Outfitters for our recent Boundary Waters trip! From the beginning, everything was organized and made the whole process easy. Ryan annd his team were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and great to work with. He made sure we had everything we needed and felt prepared before heading into the BWCA.

The equipment was in great shape, the service was excellent, and you can tell they genuinely care about making sure people have a great trip. Having a reliable outfitter made such a difference and allowed us to just enjoy the experience without worrying about the details.

We will absolutely continue to use Cliff Wold’s for our Boundary Waters trips and would recommend them to anyone planning an adventure in the Ely area. Thank you for helping make our trip such a memorable one!
  
 
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   Christopher Hansen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience, highly recommend. I spoke to the team several times before the trip and they were able to give us pointers and planning tips that played a big role in us having an unforgettable trip.
  
 
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   Sam Wallace 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend this outfitter... Had an amazing trip!
  
 
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   Valerie Miller 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve rented through Cliff Wold’s with other groups several times but this was my first time as a group leader and I was nervous. Ryan & Nate were very helpful on the phone the day before, getting our permit switched at the last minute due to some bad weather, and Ryan took extra time to show me how to strap the canoe to our car on our way in. Great group of people, I can’t recommend Cliff Wold’s enough! See you next summer :)