The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Minnesota, United States

February 15, 2022 Jeremy Dunfee

The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have the famous Mall of America and Walker Art Institute. Bluff Country to the south has water sports and cross country skiing. The Prairielands abound with lake recreations.
Restaurants in Minnesota

1. Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

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5.0 based on 77 reviews

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

Part of the Superior National Forest, this vast area is about one million acres in size and is comprised of hundreds of lakes and over a thousand canoe passages.

2. Amicus Adventure Sailing

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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Amicus Adventure Sailing

We are a family-owned charter sailing business. With our 40-ft. steel sailboat we take groups, individuals, families, and couples sailing on Lake Superior. We go out up to four times a day if we are not out on multi-day sails. We go to the Apostles, Isle Royale, and the South Shore of Lake Superior on multi-day expeditions.

3. Voyageur Canoe Outfitters

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5.0 based on 30 reviews

Voyageur Canoe Outfitters

Voyageur Canoe Outfitters is a Boundary Waters Canoe Area Trip outfitter with lodging at the end of Minnesota's Gunflint Trail. We offer canoe camping trips into the BWCA and Quetico Park in Canada. Experience wilderness lakes, excellent fishing for lake trout, walleye, smallmouth bass and northern pike. There are awesome opportunities to see timber wolves, moose, deer, beavers, loons and more. Voyageur is located 56 miles from Grand Marais, Minnesota on Saganaga Lake. We offer tow boat transportation, boat and motor rentals, cabins and more all in a wilderness setting. Where the Trail Ends Your Voyage Begins.

4. BentRiver Outfitter

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5.0 based on 31 reviews

BentRiver Outfitter

Kayak, SUP, canoe and snowshoe rental shop, locally owned and operated at 530 N. Riverfront Drive in Mankato, MN. Bent River Outfitter specializes in: guided tours and rentals via water or snow, corporate outings and community events.

5. Broken Paddle Guiding Co.

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5.0 based on 314 reviews

Broken Paddle Guiding Co.

The premier kayaking and outdoor education guiding service on the Upper Mississippi River. We are your connection to the wild waters and natural beauty of the Mississippi River's tributaries and backwater channels. Offering tours on the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin in the Wabasha area.

6. Swiftwater Adventures

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5.0 based on 500 reviews

Swiftwater Adventures

We offer whitewater kayak lessons and outings, whitewater rafting, whitewater and wilderness canoe trips, cross-country ski, guided nature hikes, and snowshoe outings, and adventure trips focused on environmental and adventure education.

7. Clear Waters Outfitting

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5.0 based on 118 reviews

Clear Waters Outfitting

Clear Waters Outfitting is Central Minnesota's premier paddle sport specialty shop and outfitter operating from a historic location on the Mississippi River! They offer canoe rentals, kayak rentals, stand up paddle (SUP) board rentals, kayak fishing, shuttles, day trips, extended trips, outfitting, sales of anything paddle sport related, wood strip canoe building, repairs and installs. Clear Waters Outfitting is the place to find high quality gear, equipment and services at exceptional prices.

8. The Duluth Experience

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5.0 based on 634 reviews

The Duluth Experience

Experience Outdoor Adventure, Epic Storytelling and Locally Crafted Beer If you’re looking to connect with the local craft beer scene, learn about Duluth’s rich history, or experience the epic outdoor adventures that make Duluth the #1 outdoor recreation town in the nation…. then welcome to The Duluth Experience. We’re a passionate team of Duluthians who will guide you behind-the-scenes so you can experience Duluth like the locals. Duluth is an amazing town with a lot to offer. If you’re looking to connect with the local craft beer scene, explore Duluth’s rich history, and experience the epic outdoor adventures that make Duluth the #1 outdoor recreation town in the nation…. then welcome to The Duluth Experience! Join us for a variety of experiences: snowshoeing, fat tire biking, kayaking, mountain biking, road biking, history & sightseeing bus tours, walking tours, craft beer brewery tours, and more!

9. Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply

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5.0 based on 58 reviews

Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply

Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply is where your Grand Marais outdoor adventures begin! Our retail store has high quality gear and clothing, hand-picked by our staff. If you're itching to get outside, ask about our guided tours, including fishing, kayaking, rock climbing, paddle boarding, canoeing and hiking. In winter we have ice climbing, snow shoeing, cross-country skiing and ice fishing. Or you can rent the equipment you need to create your own adventure. If you are new to the area, make us your first stop to get the local secrets for an exciting and fun visit to Grand Marais.

10. Day Tripper of Duluth

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5.0 based on 279 reviews

Day Tripper of Duluth

Guided outdoor adventures in Duluth, MN. Paddle on the world's largest lake, or pedal some of the 100 miles of single track mountain bike trails. Day Tripper of Duluth offers guided tours year round. Trips vary from 90 minutes to multi day adventures. From couples to large events we can accommodate any group size. Check out our website for our full range of tour options and booking.

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