Welcome to Cliff Wold’s Outfitting Co.

Ely, Minnesota’s Premier Boundary Waters Canoe Trip Outfitter

Cliff Wold’s Outfitting Co. has been serving Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) and Quetico Provincial Park canoe trippers since 1961. Experience and knowledge, combined with an unwavering commitment to value and personal service, makes Cliff Wold’s the canoe outfitter of choice for many groups. From planning to packing, we can help with every aspect of your wilderness canoe trip. Our complete outfitting package includes all the lightweight camping and canoeing equipment you need for an enjoyable trip, plus a delicious menu of deluxe custom-packed meals. We also offer partial canoe outfitting services for those who need a canoe or some additional equipment. Whether you’re a first-timer or a veteran to the canoe trails, we’re here to help ensure your wilderness canoe trip is a success. When you choose Cliff Wold’s, you’ve chosen the best!

Excellent

Based on 178 reviews

Kahn Nirschl

2023-07-30

Second trip with Cliff Wold’s. World class service both times. Had a battery go dead on my car as we headed out to Boundary Waters. They picked up a battery for me prior to our return to make sure we were able to have a seamless trip upon return. Would recommend 10/10. This is the outfitter of choice in Ely 💯

Julie Rocke

2023-07-29

Ryan and his team did a fantastic job! The gear was clean and in great shape. Food was organized well and very tasty. As a first-timer to the BWCA, I was unsure what to expect, but Cliff Wold's made it very smooth. They pointed out good campsites, talked through routes, showed where good fishing could be, etc. Loved our time there and the memories made, and appreciate all the effort that went in to outfitting us for the experience!

Alan Meyer

2023-07-29

This was my first trip. I really found them accommodating. We showed up early and they were willing to take us out ahead of time.

Grant Meyer

2023-07-29

flexible, with changes to plans. Every thing we used from Cliffwolds was well taken care of and excellent quality.

Jason Morton

2023-07-28

Second time up for me in the BWCA, and second time using Cliff Wolds. Great people to work with and our troop has used them for several years and we have zero complaints. They think of everything, had all we needed for our 5 days on the water. We brought our clothes, personal items, and a water purifier and the rest was in their gear. Food was great, and the little desert/treat they added was a awesome moral booster for the kids, (adults too..haha). Can't say enough good things about them, I look forward to going back up to the BWCA, and using Cliff Wolds again. Super fun time!

Matt Stebing

2023-07-20

Ryan and Austin were great! From the time I called and reserved through drop off. Anyone doing a boundary waters trip should consider using them. I will from now on.

b salvig

2023-07-20

Highly recommend this outfitter! My brother scheduled this trip with Cliff Wold's as he had been on several trips with them around 40 years ago. Glad to know that great service is still available!!! We had 3 in our group traveling from IL, TN and FL so it worked well to have all of the meals included, and everything needed to prepare the meals was provided. Really made the trip easy and stress free. Definitely using Cliff Wold's next time I'm able to make it up there! And the fish literally jump into your hands.

Jay Keyser

2023-07-20

I love Cliff's! I have been taking all my trips through Cliff Wold's since I was a Boy Scout and every trip has been really great. Ryan is very helpful and conscientious when helping me plan a trek. The gear they set us up with is perfect. We always have what we need whether it's sleeping gear and tents or cooking or chopping wood for a campfire. On our most recent trip all of the gear looked quite new and was in great condition. I also love the meals that Cliffs packs for us. The dinners are tasty and easy to prepare, the lunches are portable and filling and we had bacon with every breakfast. I really can't recommend their service enough! I always come back to Cliffs when I visit the BWCA.

Kevin Heckman

2023-07-19

Great food, good help with camping options, equipment in good condition. Will definitely be using them again