Partial Outfitting and BWCA Canoe Rentals
In addtion to complete outfitting we are also happy to offer partial outfitting. We feel that these rates provide an outstanding value!Partial outfitting lets you rent only what you need. Many paddlers already own a tent or a stove but do not want to haul a canoe across the country, and others want a lightweight Kevlar canoe for a trip with long portages. Rent a canoe by the day, add a food pack or a few pieces of gear, and combine it with entry point transportation or a night in our bunkhouse for extra convenience.
2018 Partial Outfitting Rates
| Equipment | Price Per Day |
|---|---|
| 17' Souris River Canoe (Kevlar) (42lb) | $36.00 |
| 17' Sq. Stern Canoe | $20.00 |
| 18.5' Souris River Kevlar 3-Seaters (49lb) | $42.00 |
| 18.5' Souris River Canoe (Kevelar) (48lb) | $38.00 |
| 18' AlumaCraft Alum. Canoe (75lb.) | $20.00 |
| 18' Ultralite Alum. Canoe (62 to 64lb.) | $20.00 |
| 14' Boat | $25.00 |
| Canoe Motor Mount | $3.00 |
| Food, per person/per day | $35.00 |
| Canoe Carrying Yoke (free w/ canoe) | $2.50 |
| Bent shaft Paddle | $3.50 |
| Paddles (free with canoe) | $1.25 |
| Car Top Carriers | $2.50 |
| Eureka 2 Person Tent | $10.00 |
| Eureka 4 Person Tent | $12.00 |
| Eureka 6 Person Tent | $14.00 |
| Nylon Kitchen Fly | $3.00 |
| Packsack, large Duluth #3 | $3.00 |
| Packsack, large Duluth #4 | $4.00 |
| Food Pack, large, w/cardboard box | $5.00 |
| Food Barrel W/Backpack Sling | $5.00 |
| Sleeping Bag, freshly laundered | $3.50 |
| Foam Pad | $1.50 |
| Therm-a-rest | $3.00 |
| Axe with Sheath | $2.50 |
| Folding Saw | $2.00 |
| Griddle | $1.00 |
| Cook Kit, complete, per person/per day | $2.00 |
| Poncho | $1.50 |
| Coleman Gas Stove plus fuel/ 1 burn | $3.50 |
| Coleman Gas Stove plus fuel/ 2 burner | $4.00 |
| Life Jacket | $1.75 |
| Portage Wheels | $8.00 |
- To reserve the above items a $25.00 deposit is required per person.
- These are the rates from our most recent published rate sheet. Please call 1-800-729-2710 to confirm current-season pricing.
Choosing a Rental Canoe
Our rental fleet includes 17 and 18.5 foot Souris River Kevlar canoes, Kevlar three-seaters for a party of three, and durable Alumacraft aluminum canoes. Kevlar canoes weigh roughly 42 to 49 lbs, which makes portaging much easier on routes with several carries per day. Aluminum canoes are heavier but very tough, and they are a good value for shorter trips and base-camp trips with few portages. Paddles and a carrying yoke come free with every canoe rental.Popular Partial Outfitting Combinations
- Canoe only: a canoe with paddles, life jackets and yoke, plus a car top carrier if you are driving to your own entry point.
- Canoe and food: a canoe plus our complete food pack, which is packed without cans or glass bottles and follows all Forest Service rules. See the BWCA trail menu.
- Fill the gaps: a canoe, tent, packs and cook kit when you own your sleeping gear and clothing.
If you find yourself renting most items on the list, compare the price with our complete outfitting rates. Complete outfitting often costs about the same and includes meals, transportation and a full trip orientation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent a canoe in the Boundary Waters?Our daily canoe rental rates are listed in the table above and depend on the canoe type. Kevlar canoes cost more per day than aluminum canoes but are much lighter to carry.
Do you deliver rental canoes to the entry point?
Yes. Partially outfitted groups pay a transportation charge based on the entry point. The charges for each entry point are listed on our BWCAW permits and entry points page.
Can I rent a food pack without renting a canoe?
Yes. Food is available per person, per day, and it is packed the same way as our complete outfitting food packs.