Cliff Wold's Outfitting Co. is a Boundary Waters (BWCA) canoe trip outfitter in Ely, Minnesota. It is a locally owned small business providing outstanding and exceptional service for trips into the Boundary Waters and Quetico Provincial Park. The level of service, expertise, and care provided is nothing short of exceptional, ensuring everything goes smoothly from planning to departure. The company provides top-notch, high-quality, reliable, and good quality gear, including solid life-jackets and easier-to-manage Kevlar canoes. They offer a complete outfitting package and are fantastic at coordinating shuttles. A standout feature is the absolutely outstanding, hands-down best camp food, which includes custom menus with proprietary recipes. Meals are individually packaged, well-organized, and accommodate dietary needs like gluten intolerance. The amount is always perfect, with nothing going to waste. The deep knowledge of the area is a major asset, offering great insight, solid advice on the best routes and prime campsites, and little tips that make the journey more enjoyable. This guidance ensures both seasoned paddlers and newcomers get the most out of their trip. The attention to detail, personalized service, and willingness to go the extra mile are unmatched. The entire staff is pleasant, outgoing, professional, and dedicated, providing a truly memorable adventure. The business is also noted as very LGBT+ friendly. Customers highly recommend Cliff Wold's and report coming back year after year.
Excellent experience renting canoes from Cliff Wold's. Ryan was very responsive, accommodating and extra helpful in making our trip successful. Highly recommend!
October 2024
Ryan and his employees did an outstanding job in preparing our group for a week in the Quetico Provincial Park. Great food for a member who was gluten intolerant.
October 2024
Ryan is the absolute best, knows his stuff and his equipment is always exactly as advertised. Only place I go for outfitting in Ely.
