Frequently Asked Questions
Scott's Resort on Crane Lake's Address
7546 GOLD COAST ROAD
CRANE LAKE, MINNESOTA 55725
Seaplane Base Information
Airport manager: Darrell Scott 218-993-2341
- US Customs: download the app - ROAM
- Flight Service: 800-992-7433
- 122.2 IATA: KCDD
- AWOS: 118.2 | COMM: 122.800
- LAT: 48-15-59.658N
- LONG: 092-29-00.568W
- Fuel Type: Mogas, 100LL
Open May-September 7am-7pm (October by appointment only). Contact airport manager, Darrell Scott at 218-993-2341 for more information about the seaplane base.
How do I enter and leave Canada?
U.S. Customs does not have physical presence in Crane Lake; instead we utilize a kiosk with CBP ROAM. At Scott's Resort on Crane Lake, for visitors traveling into Canada we have a tablet that will allow our guests who want to travel to Canada to report your U.S. entry upon your return. A physical point of entry with Canadian Customs on Sand Point is still open for entry into Canada.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Where to purchase a Minnesota fishing license?
Visit the MN DNR website to find the best option for purchasing your fishing license. A fishing license can be purchase online, over the phone, or in person at various locations. Happy fishing!
Purchasing a Canadian Fishing License
To fish in Ontario you must have an Ontario fishing license. There is enough water surrounding Voyageurs National Park that are ideal for fishing and are within the Minnesota boundary, but if you are looking for an extra adventure you are welcome to fish in Canada as long as you have the correct license. Click the button below to learn how to buy an Outdoors Card, the wallet-sized plastic ID card you need to hunt or fish in Ontario.
Are the cabins at Scott's Resort dog-friendly?
Yes, for an additional $20/night fee, your furry friend can join you on your lake-stay. We ask that dogs not be left alone in the cabin. We cannot tolerate dogs that bark or roam freely as we do have other customers and guests on-site. We prefer that they stay off the furniture and if they are, please bring your own sheets from home to cover the furniture.
Do you provide discounts with cabins and boats?
Yes, we can give you a $100 discount with a week reservation for one of our cabins.
When is the water on Crane Lake warm enough for swimming?
June through September.
The water, believe it or not, thaws out after our long winter and warms up just in time for summer vacations starting in June and stays warm through September (Around Labor Day Weekend).
Is Kettle Falls worth the boat trip?
Yes, it is about 32 miles from Scott's by boat and a very unique place in the middle of nowhere. There is a damned waterfall and hotel built in the 1900s with ghost stories and bullet holes! They have a full restaurant and unique bar.
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.
What is the weather like and what should you pack?
Northern Minnesota's weather is fairly mild and warm in the summer, though it can change often and fast. It is always a good idea to bring several layering items to shed or add on to your outfit if needed. Don't forget your rain gear too! And if you are considering hiking the trails, bring close-toed shoes or a sturdy sandal like Teva's or Chacos--don't forget the bug spray too, just in case! If you forget anything, we have quite a few options for warm-weather gear in our gift shop.
Where are the fish biting?
Any great fisherman never shares their secrets...but we treat our guests like family, so we can give you some good answers other that just telling you the fish are in the lake.
Do you pull the islands together in the winter?
It's tough, but only the small ones.