Willy Vosburgh's Moose Lake Tow Boat Service in the BWCAW
Born and raised on Moose Lake in Ely, Minnesota Willy Vosburgh is proud to offer tow boat services for visitors to the BWCAW on Moose Lake. Tow boats provide an efficient way to get deeper into the wilderness and help distribute the visitors to this pristine place. Willy is known for his punctuality, solid risk management, and service. He is also happy to offer local knowledge..and maybe a few jokes along the way.
2024 Tow Boat Service Rates
From/To Moose Lake Public Landing
or Vosburgh Custom Cabin Rentals
Per Person. One Way.
Prairie Portage $34
Birch Lake Portage and Indian Portage $33
Ensign $32
Washington Island and Lincoln Island (Basswood Lake)
$84.5 + portage fees
Back Bay (Basswood Lake) $113 + portage fees
* single night lodging prior to a tow is not available
Contact Willy Vosburgh
email: wmvosburgh@gmail.com
phone: 218-290-7228
*because Willy is usually out on the boat please try texting or emailing first and he will get back to you, thanks!
A few things to note:
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There are no bathrooms available at Willy's tow boat landing.
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Please have all gear ready to load directly from vehicle to towboat immediately upon arrival, there is no space to finish packing gear at landing.
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Late arrivals may not get their preferred tow time.
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If you arrive more than 30 minutes early we may ask you to wait in the parking lot.
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Towboat rides can sometimes be chilly with the wind, wear ample layers.
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Please notify Willy immediately if your schedule or plans change.
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All passengers must wear PFD's fully zipped while riding in the towboat.
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Parking is only available for round-trip customers. Willy will park your vehicle in the secure lot after drop-off and will bring it to landing before pick-up.
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There may be delays due to weather, Willy reserves the right to cancel or postpone any tow due to risk management concerns.
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Please attempt to notify Willy immediately if you are delayed for pick-up at portage (some areas have cell reception.)
DIRECTIONS: when driving to Vosburgh's Custom Cabin Rentals, continue downhill towards the lake on Vosburgh Rd to the main boat landing (past William's and Hall Outfitters). See link in Google map for exact location.
Vosburgh's Boat Landing
Ely, MN 55731
