Sample the Boundary Waters Canoe Area with an overnight trip package offered by River Point Resort. This remote wilderness area of a million acres plus sits at the doorstep of River Point and is easily accessible via the South Kawishiwi River.Named one of the “50 Places of a Lifetime” to visit in your lifetime by National Geographic Traveler, treat yourself to an incredible experience made ever so easy with the help of River Point Resort.
When renting a vacation home, villa, or chalet at River Point Resort for a minimum of four nights or more, you have the option of further experiencing the wilderness at River Point’s doorstep when going on the “Taste of the North Woods”, 2-Day, 1-Night canoe/camping adventure. This package offers resort guests a reduced rate to try wilderness canoe/camping. This is especially fun for families who want just a “taste” of wilderness camping and canoeing. Two great plans offered by River Point Outfitting Co.™ are available.
Option #1: Overnight in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (US camping permit required).
Option #2: Overnight on the wilderness shoreline of the South Kawishiwi River and Birch Lake, which are adjacent to the BWCA, but require no US camping permit. Due to the virtual uninhabited shoreline of these pristine waters, the same feeling of remoteness is yours to delight in, as you would experience in the Boundary Waters. With either option, you will “Paddle the Quiet Side.”
No US camping permit required with Option #2.
Includes: All equipment – aluminum canoes, paddles, life vests, tent, sleeping bags, stuff sacks, therm-a-rest sleep pads, pack sacks, folding saw, gas stove, cook kit and utensils. Also included are travel maps, and a pre-trip routing session.
“Taste of the North Woods”Canoe Trip Rates Rate without food: $595for up to 4 persons Each Additional person: $95
Deal Expires
September 23, 2024
Travel Dates
May 13, 2018 to September 23, 2024
Terms and Conditions
Fishing license, tax, 6% resort fee, van transport fee and gas surcharge for entry points near River Point such as #31, #32, #33, are extra. Guide gratuity is discretionary. Rates subject to change without notice.
Great spring walleye, northern pike, and smallmouth bass fishing action on 20-mile long Birch Lake...a premier Minnesota walleye fishing lake, and a true wilderness fishing lake with no motor restrictions or permits needed to enjoy the fine fishing. River Point Resort is sited on the northern, and most private half of beautiful Birch Lake.
No other lake in the Ely area, outside of the protected Boundary Waters has the incredible amount of pristine wilderness shoreline that Birch Lake has. Discover the pleasure of viewing less shoreline development and more wilderness seclusion. Discover the smell of freshly-caught walleye as you enjoy your private fish fry in a secluded bay.
Package offered from May 11 thru May 31, 2024 and includes:
Lakefront Comfortable Cabin, Villa, or Chalet Lodging with full kitchen--Deck and Grill
16' Boat with 15 hp motor, life jackets, and boat cushions, or dockage for your personal boat
Fish Filleting, packaging and freezing
Bait (maximum of 2 dz per boat/day: choice of leeches, minnows, crawlers dependent on availability)
First Tank of Gas
Use of kayaks, paddle boats, hiking trail, and all other River Point amenities
Guides Available
Don't want a motorized boat? Substitute a canoe instead
Spring Fishing Package Rates:
2-3 persons: per person per night: $159 4 persons: per person per night: $149 5-6 persons: per person per night: $139
See their website for more information on the Spring Fishing Package.
Deal Expires
May 31, 2024
Travel Dates
May 15, 2020 to May 31, 2024
Terms and Conditions
Based on minimum 3 night rental for 2 persons. Tax, 6% service fee, fishing license, fishing rods/reels, and tackle are additional. Not applicable on previous reservations. Lodging choice dependent upon availability best suited to fulfill occupancy capacity. For example, a 3-bedroom cabin occupancy is based on 6-8 persons. smaller groups would be allocated a 1 or 2-bedoom accommodation based on availability and number of persons. Other restrictions may apply. Rates subject to change.
Designed for Minnesota walleye fishing trips that are shorter than a week…most often a 3-night or 4-night rental.
- Lakefront Comfortable Villa or Chalet Lodging with full kitchen–Deck and Grill*
- 16′ Boat with 15 hp motor, life jackets, and boat cushions, or dockage for your personal boat**
- Backrest swivel boat seats
- Fish Filleting
- Bait (maximum of 2 dz per boat/day: choice of leeches, minnows, crawlers dependent on availability)
- First Tank of Gas per boat
- Use of kayaks, paddle boats, hiking trail, and all other River Point amenities
Summer “Short Stay” Fishing Package Rates
- 2-3 persons: per person per night: $179
- 4 persons: per person per night: $169
- 5-6 persons: per person per night: $159
Don’t want a motorized boat? Substitute a canoe instead
Try your luck….Minnesota Walleye Fishing Resorts. In Ely Minnesota your best pick is River Point Resort® on Birch Lake!
Deal Expires
June 28, 2024
Travel Dates
November 22, 2019 to June 28, 2024
Terms and Conditions
*Available June 1-June 28, 2024 and based upon a minimum 3 night rental for 2 persons. Tax, 6% resort fee, fishing license, fishing rods/reels, and tackle additional.
*Not applicable on previous reservations. *Villa or Chalet lodging choice dependent upon availability best suited to fulfill occupancy capacity. For example, a two-bedroom Villa occupancy is based on 4-6 (dependent on Villa). Smaller groups would be allocated a one accommodation based on availability and number of persons Cabin lodging is not an option with this Package. Other restrictions may apply.
When renting a vacation home cabin, a cabin, villa, or chalet at River Point Resort for a minimum of four nights or more, you have the option of further experiencing the wilderness at River Point's doorstep when going on the "Taste of the North Woods", 2-Day, 1-Night canoe/camping adventure. This package offers resort guests a reduced rate to try wilderness canoe/camping. This is especially fun for families who want just a "taste" of wilderness camping and canoeing. Two great plans offered by River Point Outfitting Co.™ are available.
And, at the end of your canoe trip, enjoy a wonderful "steam" in River Point's new state of the art Finnish style sauna. Relaxing!
Option #1: Overnight in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (US camping permit required).
Option #2: Overnight on the wilderness shoreline of the South Kawishiwi River and Birch Lake, which are adjacent to the BWCA, but require no US camping permit. Due to the virtual uninhabited shoreline of these pristine waters, the same feeling of remoteness is yours to delight in, as you would experience in the Boundary Waters. With either option, you will "Paddle the Quiet Side."®
No US camping permit required with Option #2.
Includes: All equipment - aluminum canoes, paddles, life vests, tent, sleeping bags, stuff sacks, therm-a-rest sleep pads, packsacks, folding saw, gas stove, cook kit and utensils. Also included are travel maps, a pre-trip routing session and transport to your wilderness entry point (gas surcharge applies).
Two Day, One Night
Rate without food: $595 for up to 4 persons
Each Addtional Person: $95
Want us to pack the food? Add on $12 per meal per person. Typically, we pack lunch and dinner on day one, and breakfast and lunch on day two. You may select food from the River Point Outfitting Co.™ deluxe menu planner which offers many fresh entrees, as well as lightweight dehydrated food choices. Food is packed in its own food pack, and includes a kitchen camp kit (dish soap, trash bags, bar soap, scrub pads, etc.)
Want a Kevlar canoe? (lightest weight canoe) Add on $12 per person/day for either a 17' or 18' two or three seat kevlar canoe. Add on $14 per person/day for a 4-seat, 23' kevlar canoe.
Deal Expires
September 28, 2024
Travel Dates
May 15, 2020 to September 22, 2024
Terms and Conditions
Early reservations are encouraged for best BWCA permit availability Fishing license, tax, 6% resort fee, van transport fee and gas surcharge for entry points near River Point, such as #30, #31, #31, #33 are extra.
Rates subject to change without notice.
The Best Family Reunion Resorts Minnesota…”A Magical Memory-Making Place”
Looking for a special wilderness getaway for your next family reunion resorts Minnesota package? Here at River Point Resort & Outfitting Co. on 6,000 acre Birch Lake in the heart of the Superior National Forest and adjacent to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness we have a long tradition of hosting family reunion resorts Minnesota.
Villas:
Favorite choices of accommodations for a family reunion resorts Minnesota are the River Point Villas. Three separate Villas are housed under one roof offering lots of separate space, yet togetherness. With five bedrooms, three bathrooms, three living rooms, and three kitchens they can hold up to 15 people, dependent upon the number of beds/bedrooms needed. Since they are three separate Villas, they become very accommodating, especially important when considering the routines of your youngest and oldest members of the family. Lakefront location with a superb water view and large lawn is perfect to gather together for mealtime together, conversation, and photos. Full kitchens with all the amenities make cooking and clean-up easier.
At River Point Resort & Outfitting Co., we hope that your next family reunion resorts Minnesota will be your best one, even a magical one, that creates plenty of wonderful memories, and we are here to help plan it with you. Just ask about the Family Reunion Resorts Minnesota Package!
Reconnect, Reminisce, and Rekindle Relationships
Deal Expires
September 22, 2024
Travel Dates
May 11, 2018 to September 22, 2024
Terms and Conditions
When renting the Villa Complex, it is preferred that a Family Reunion group rent all three Villas. You may also add on a Chalet or two, as needed. Ask about this option.
Does another snow day have you day dreaming about spring? Are you in search of a new walleye or bass hot spot? Perhaps, you really just need to get out on open water? Plan a trip to Northern Lights Lodge and Resort on Bear Island Lake and chase those winter blues away!
One (1) full day complimentary 16’ Alumna Craft Fishing Boat w/Motor
Complimentary Canoes and Kayaks
Reserve a minimum of three (3) Nights in any Cabin or Suite
Save an Additional 15% on our Lowest Available Lodging Rate
Travel Dates
February 6, 2015 to May 31, 2015
Promo Code
Bear Island Lake Explorer
Terms and Conditions
Offer valid on new reservations only through 06/05/15.
Experience Minnesota during our PRIME angling seasons - Our fishing opener occurs shortly after "ice out," which means our cool, clean waters are busting with several species of feisty game fish. Known for our Northern Pike, Walleye, and Smallmouth Bass, Timber Trail Lodge is your spring and fall angling headquarters. 4-night minimum stay.