Transportation for the Greater Ely Area
Spirit of the Wilderness has been providing service for the greater Ely area, BWCA and Quetico Park for over 19 years. Transporting scout groups, wilderness travelers, wedding parties, canoe trips, golf outing groups and more.
Spirit of the Wilderness is specially permitted by the US Forest Service to provide outfitting, guiding and towboat/ground transportation. We are insured well above levels the USFS and Boy Scouts of America require.
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Entry Point Shuttle Service
We provide ground transportation service to over 30 BWCA and Quetico entry points, for your fishing trips from Crane Lake to Kawishiwi Lake, all entry points in between, Ely to Gunflint Trail locations, as well as Quetico Park; Beaverhouse and Nym.
Contact us today to set an appointment for your one-way or round trip service.
A deposit is required to confirm your reservation. Minimum deposit is $25 per group (longer distances might require a higher deposit fee).
| Van Shuttle Service to Entry Points (one-way) | With Complete Outfitting: Up to 14 group size | With Canoe Rental, No Outfitting: Up to 14 group size |
|---|---|---|
| Angelworm #20 | $65.00 | $90.00 |
| Big Lake #7 | $75.00 | $110.00 |
| Bog Lake | $65.00 | $90.00 |
| Crab Lake #4 (Burntside Lake Drop-off) | $30.00 | $45.00 |
| Crane Lake | $200.00 | $275.00 |
| Fall Lake #24 | $25.00 | $40.00 |
| Farm Lake #31 | $25.00 | $40.00 |
| Hog Creek #36 | $205.00 | $295.00 |
| Isabella Lake #35 | $90.00 | $140.00 |
| Island River #34 | $90.00 | $135.00 |
| Kawishiwi Lake #37 | $205.00 | $295.00 |
| Lake One #30 or #30F | $45.00 | $65.00 |
| Little Gabbro #33 | $60.00 | $90.00 |
| Little Indian Sioux N #14 | $95.00 | $145.00 |
| Little Isabella River | $60.00 | $90.00 |
| Moose Lake #25 | $45.00 | $65.00 |
| Moose River/Portage River N #16 | $90.00 | $135.00 |
| Mudro Lake #22 or #23 | $65.00 | $95.00 |
| Kawishiwi Lake #29 | $30.00 | $45.00 |
| S.Kawishiwi River #32 | $60.00 | $90.00 |
| Slim Lake #6 | $65.00 | $95.00 |
| Snake River #19 | $65.00 | $95.00 |
| Snowbank Lake #27 | $45.00 | $65.00 |
| South Hegman #77 | $60.00 | $90.00 |
| Stuart River #19 | $75.00 | $110.00 |
| Trout Lake | $105.00 | $145.00 |
| Wood Lake #26 | $25.00 | $40.00 |
| End of Gunflint Trail | $495.00 w/ 1 driver, $760.00 w/ 2 drivers | $990.00 w/ 1 driver $1485.00 w/ 2 drivers |
Towboat Service
Water transportation (towboat) can save hours of paddling, enabling quicker access to remote wilderness areas. Departure is from our Ely-based facility. Minimum party of 2. We own and operate our own tow boats.
Contact us today to set an appointment for your one-way or round trip service.
A deposit is required to confirm your reservation. Minimum deposit is $25 per group (longer distances might require a higher deposit fee).
| Destination (one-way) | With Outfitting or Canoe Rental: Up to 14 group size Minimum party of 2 | With No Outfitting or Canoe Rental: Up to 14 group size Minimum party of 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Moose Lake to: - Ensign/Splash Portage - Birch Lake Portage | $34.00 per person, one way | add $5/person |
| Prairie Portage: Us or Canada | $34.00 per person, one way | add $5/person |
| All Points on Basswood including: - Washington Island - Back Bay | $95.00 per person, one way + Portage Fees: $17/watercraft including towboat | add $5/person |
| Snowbank - Boot Portage | $34.00 per person, one way | add $5/person |
| Burntside - Crab Portage | $34.00 per person, one way | add $5/person |
Airport Transportation
Let us provide you safe and reliable transportation to Ely and Northern Tier from these locations:
- Duluth
- Hibbing
Our friendly operators will meet you curbside with multi-passenger van(s) and an enclosed trailer for your gear. Service is available year-round.
Be sure to ask about scheduling a fishing seminar as part of your transportation package. A short stop at our Ely store will help make lifetime memories on your wilderness adventure. We are on your way to Northern Tier.
Call for current pricing and availability. A deposit is required to confirm your reservation.
Wedding Party, Golf Outings, and More in Ely!
Need transportation in Ely for your wedding party or guests? Spirit of the Wilderness provides van service so your guests arrive safely to your wedding, bachelor/bachelorette party, or other group outings.
- Servicing Ely and surrounding area.
- Reasonably priced.
- Available by the hour, day or evening for BWCA events in Ely, MN
Call for current pricing and availability. A deposit is required to confirm your reservation.