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Rainy Lake Fishing Tips to Become a Walleye Magnet

Posted on May 3, 2021May 3, 2021 by Billy Dougherty

The fishing opener will be here before we know it, and that means anglers from across the state will soon head to Rainy Lake for a world-class fishing experience. If you plan on visiting Rainy Lake to fish, it’s time to start making a game plan, no matter if you’re fishing for walleye or other […]

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2020 Guest Safety Precautions & Instructions

Posted on April 23, 2020June 7, 2021 by Billy Dougherty

A Rainy Lake Houseboat vacation is one of the safest ways to explore Voyageur National Park and Rainy Lake. Visitors experience a getaway that makes social distancing easy. Guests will only be with those they choose to vacation with on the houseboat. All mooring sites in Voyageurs National Park are first come first serve. When […]

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COVID-19 Rainy Lake Houseboats Announcement

Posted on March 26, 2020February 24, 2021 by Billy Dougherty

The COVID-19 virus has created a time we have never seen before. We hope all our guests are safe and healthy. We thank our guests for their great patience and support. Although we hope this crisis has subsided by your summer vacation, we think you should be aware of the following.  A houseboat vacation in […]

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Spring Transformations at Rainy Lake

Posted on March 15, 2019December 29, 2020 by Billy Dougherty

We had a large snowfall in February, but the seasonal accumulation is still below normal on Rainy Lake. The first warming of the winter has started. The giant piles of plowed snow have started to melt along with the snowpack on the lake. As this process begins. the melting snow creates weight on the ice. […]

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Guest Guidance: Firsthand Tips for Your Trip

Posted on January 8, 2019November 19, 2020 by Billy Dougherty

While Rainy Lake is frozen, it’s a great time to share some of the houseboating experiences our customers have had on the water throughout the year. In August, Girl of 10,000 Lakes adventurer Jenny Anderson spent a four-day weekend aboard our Lady of the Lake houseboat. With five couples along for the journey, this boat’s […]

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Top 3 Rainy Lake Winter Activities to Cure Cabin Fever

Posted on November 16, 2018December 29, 2020 by Billy Dougherty

There is nothing quite like the solitude of Voyageurs National Park in the dead of winter. The tranquility is apparent from the moment you step out of your car and into the wilderness. It’s quiet, but the lack of commotion doesn’t take away from the outdoor recreation opportunities you can experience in this neck of […]

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Rainy Lake: One of the Best Walleye Lakes in Minnesota

Posted on May 1, 2018November 19, 2020 by Billy Dougherty

Dedicated anglers are the type of people who go to great lengths to experience world-class fishing on lakes packed to the brim with walleye. As Minnesota’s state fish, walleye hold a special place in the hearts of most local anglers old enough to hold a fishing pole. It’s no wonder that Minnesota attracts visitors from […]

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Floating in First Class: Luxury Houseboat Rentals on Rainy Lake

Posted on April 3, 2018November 19, 2020 by Billy Dougherty

When you step off of a dock and onto a houseboat, you might not know what to expect for the voyage ahead. After all, houseboating isn’t your typical vacation. Few other forms of accommodation allow you to take your bedrooms, kitchen, living room, and bathrooms along with you to the places you’d like to explore. […]

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5 of the Best Houseboat Lakes for Rental Vacations in the USA

Posted on February 21, 2018February 7, 2020 by Billy Dougherty

Have you ever traveled to a beautiful body of water and felt the urge to explore even further? A houseboat rental vacation allows you to do just that. You can experience solitude, relaxation and exploration at your own pace. There are less than 50 lakes in the country with houseboat rentals, and each has something […]

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How to Plan a Houseboat Vacation When the Lake is Frozen

Posted on December 28, 2017November 19, 2020 by Billy Dougherty

The pace of life moves a little slower during winter, but at Rainy Lake we’re already looking forward to the next houseboating season. 2018 is sure to be a year of great fishing, hiking and boating adventures, and there will be no better place to experience it all than Voyageurs National Park. There’s no better […]

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