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Voyageurs National Park
Lodges
Kettle Falls Hotel

Kettle Falls Hotel

Kettle Falls Hotel is the only lodging within Voyageurs National Park and is only accessible by water. 

The history of Kettle Falls is as colorful as the red roof on the hotel. Constructed by timber cruiser Ed Rose and reputedly financed by Madame Nellie Bly, the Kettle Falls Hotel has accommodated and entertained travelers since 1913. Robert Williams bought the hotel in 1918 for $1,000 and four barrels of whiskey. From its somewhat scandalous past, grew a long tradition of hearty home cooking and hospitality served by the Williams family. This historic hotel was renovated by the National Park Service in 1987 so you, too, can enjoy a hearty meal, relax on the veranda or spend the night.  

 
For other nearby lodging options, look at the park newspaper, pages 14-15.
wind-blown snow creates patterns on the newly frozen surface of Black Bay on Rainy Lake  

Did You Know?
Voyageurs National Park is an amazing place to visit in winter, when the surface of the park's lakes will freeze up to two feet thick!

Last Updated: March 27, 2009 at 11:00 EST