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Zippel Bay Resort offers deluxe lodging in pristine wilderness along legendary Lake of the Woods. Here, you’re assured a serene stay among wildlife and world-class fishing in the only resort on Zippel Bay. These secluded Northwoods are a hot bed for four seasons of fishing, hunting and outdoor fun. Rent a fishing boat or hop aboard a chartered trip to cast for walleye, sauger and northern along 65,000 miles of shoreline. In fall, hunting for everything from ducks to deer to bear is plentiful. Come winter, you can fish from comfy ice houses and then head back to the lodge, which offers a delicious American plan. New, luxury log cabins at Zippel Bay feature lofts, fireplaces and Jacuzzis, or choose a housekeeping cabin for any size group or budget.
Family
With its endless activities and spacious lodging, Zippel Bay makes for pure family fun in the great outdoors. An outdoor pool, swing set and game room are terrific onsite amenities for the kids. Everyone will love exploring the lake in canoes and kayaks; and snowmobiling and cross country ski trails abound in the winter.
Fishing
Zippel Bay is sure to be full of big catches and great times among 65,000 miles of shoreline, 14,000 islands and the highest walleye/sauger limits in Minnesota. Enjoy ice fishing from heated houses or hop aboard a summer charter trip. After your fish-filled day, a warm meal is waiting for you in the lodge.
Hunting
Zippel Bay is either on or near some of the premiere hunting land in Minnesota. More than 70 percent of land in Lake of the Woods County is public, you’ll have plenty of space to roam in search of the area’s renowned bluebill and mallard duck populations, as well as grouse, whitetail deer and bear.
Lake
Situated on the south shore of the lake in secluded Zippel Bay, the resort provides you with endless ways to get out on the water. Rent its new Crestliner Fish Hawks and Lund boats, or try a guided 30-foot charter. You can also explore Lake of the Woods’ 65,000 miles of shoreline with free canoes, kayaks and paddleboats.
Nature
Lake of the Woods is a land of great expanses of water and towering forests, all greeting you upon arrival at Zippel Bay Resort. Flocks of migrating birds are plentiful and the spring and fall; you may even see a rare piping plover. You can also visit the spectacular 3,000-acre Zippel Bay State Park.
Vacation Rental
Zippel Bay’s four-season vacation rentals are suited for every type of getaway, any time of year. Choose from its sleeper ice houses in winter, or its four-bedroom outpost cabin, a fall hunting favorite on 10 solitary acres. In the summer, couples and families love its deluxe cabins with fireplaces and Jacuzzis.
Romantic
Zippel Bay is the perfect escape for couples looking to bond with nature and each other in a spectacular setting with luxury lodging. Its new deluxe log cabins are perfect for honeymooners or guest celebrating anniversaries. With a crackling fireplace to cuddle by and a Jacuzzi to soak in, romance is natural at Zippel Bay!
Cabins And Cottages
Choose from one- to four-bedroom housekeeping cabins or new deluxe log cabins with Jacuzzis and fireplaces, each set along the lakeshore. Cabins can be packaged to include all meals and/or several boat options from rental boats to a chartered trip, and all come with complimentary canoes, kayaks, paddleboats and dock space.
Activities
ATVing / Four Wheeling
Beach Activities
Birding
Boating and Watercraft
Canoeing and Paddling
Cross Country Skiing
Freshwater Fishing
Hiking
Hunting and Shooting
Ice Fishing
Kayaking
Wildlife and Nature
Photography
Snowmobiling
Swimming Pool / Lake
Amenities
Air Conditioning
Bait Shop
Boats
Canoes
Fishing Guides
Game Room
Gift Shop
Hunting Guides
Jacuzzi
Kayaks
Outdoor Playground
Satellite TV
Swimming Pool
Conferences
Find focus in the great Northwoods & create a true team bond with a chartered fishing trip. Zippel Bay can customize a package for any size group with any number of interests.
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Reunions
Treat the family to something truly unforgettable this year with a reunion at Zippel Bay Resort. Customize your own celebration with activities, specials meals and more!
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Weddings
Tie the knot on a floating gazebo surrounded by spectacular wilderness at Zippel Bay, where everything from the flowers to the catering can be taken care of for you!
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