First Timers

Now I know that Clearwater is full of tradition. The lodge is a rustic landmark, the cabins are cozy, and being able to access the BWCA from this lake is fitting. Many of you have been coming here for years.

Sorry, my post is not for you:)

But here are some words for those of you coming up for the first time. I am a Seattle export, and Ive only been on two trips into the BWCA now. Ultimately, the conquering your first BWCA trip is easier than you think. If you know how to camp, you can do this. Everyone here (now also including myself) have a lot of good tips, the gear is superb, and, most importantly, the location cannot be beat.

So here are a few things to know. First, its been a long spring, and the bugs are strong right now; but nothing a little deet 100 cannot handle. Second, if you don’t know where to go, Ive got a few recommendations for you. Besides all of the lakes just off of Clearwater, both Rose falls (via the Duncan entry point) and Johnson falls (via Pike lake) are excellent spots to visit.

And for those of you coming for the bed and breakfast suites or the cabins, the palisades overlooking Clearwater or Honeymoon bluff also are easily accessible and provide stunning views.

Well, you might not want to take the advice of this west coast rookie so here are some pics to back me up.

-Will





Left: Rose Falls. Top Right: Johnson Falls. Bottom Right: View from the Palisades.