Ely Minnesota's Only
Four-Season Outfitter With Bases on Both Sides of the Canadian/Minnesota Border!

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Located in Ely, Minnesota, on scenic Shagawa Lake, Gateway North Outfitters is perfectly positioned between two distinct worlds. Venture out our front door and explore an idyllic community brimming with north woods charm, unique shops and tantalizing restaurants. Step from our back door, and you will find yourself surrounded by over 15,000 square miles of North America's finest canoe country. Here in this untamed road-less paradise choose your adventure - whether you dream of landing that trophy fish, camping along a tranquil lake, or simply relaxing while enjoying the sights and sounds this wildness has to offer. The beauty of Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Canada's Quetico's Provincial Park are unrivaled.

Gateway North Outfitters' philosophy is based on the rich history and tradition of the north woods. We pride ourselves on offereing not only knowledgeable and friendly outfitting services, but also the convenience of overnight accommodations before your trip. Our historic business location dates back to 1938, one of the first overnight wilderness establishments to appear in Ely. Today's voyageurs will find the same excellence in customer service, along with a newly remodeled appearance for the utmost in comfort and solitude as you prepare for your adventure.

Gateway North Outfitters offers a diverse range of services. We are proud to offer quality vacations to suit a variety of interest without requiring an extravagant budget! We offer canoe outfitting, canoe camping instruction, fly-in canoe trips, fly-in cabins, planning and routing, fishing trips, fly-in fishing trips, guide service, dogsled trips, dog mushing instruction, ice fishing trips, winter skills instruction, private cabins, hot showers, and overnight accommodations.

Our focus is on delivering a traditional north woods experience. National Geographic Magazine named the Boundary Waters one of the world's top 50 places to visit, and Gateway North Outfitters is committed to ensuring your experience is unforgettable. Your party is guaranteed the personal attention that can take a "great trip" and transform it into an incredible, once in a lifetime experience.

Our friendly staff would like to extend a warm, north woods welcome to join us in this paradise. Explore this wilderness, and behold the sights witnessed by French voyageurs and ancient civilizations, unspoiled by the progress and technology of the modern world.

Our guest list is limited, so please secure your reservations early. Call today, and let's get into the woods!