Ballard's Resort

Ballard's Resort Ballard's Resort - Providing family fishing adventures since 1961 The 70-mile-long Rainy River flows east to west from Rainy Lake to Lake of the Woods.
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Lake of the Woods is located at the northernmost point of Minnesota and is shared by Ontario and Manitoba, with more than 300,000 acres of Minnesota waters. Ballard's Resort is located where these two great waters meet. We invite you to spend an enjoyable vacation with us and with our staff at Ballard's Resort. As a third-generation family operation, we've grown with the hospitality busine

ss and are very proud of our reputation as a leader in the tourism industry. We've helped to create many successful vacations since 1961, and we hope your next trip with us will be just as rewarding.

The boys are back in town. 🎣🔥 Nothing says summer quite like seeing WS Construction roll up north for their annual getaw...
06/14/2026

The boys are back in town. 🎣🔥

Nothing says summer quite like seeing WS Construction roll up north for their annual getaway.

Attention Ballard’s staying guests‼️The pool is open and waiting! Pack your swimsuit and bring your best cannonball. 🏊‍♀...
06/11/2026

Attention Ballard’s staying guests‼️

The pool is open and waiting! Pack your swimsuit and bring your best cannonball. 🏊‍♀️☀️
Throwback Thursday; Jessie and Keith enjoying the summer days.


Captains Hunter and Alex serving up an amazing fish fry! 🎣🔥 #🎣🔥
06/09/2026

Captains Hunter and Alex serving up an amazing fish fry! 🎣🔥

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🎣 Tune in to this week's Hot Press Off the Lake!Get the latest fishing report, hear what's biting, where anglers are fin...
06/07/2026

🎣 Tune in to this week's Hot Press Off the Lake!

Get the latest fishing report, hear what's biting, where anglers are finding success, and all the recent action happening on Lake of the Woods.

https://ballardsresort.com/fishing-report/

"We're just enjoying the quality of life."The Jesters Party is a group of friends who have been making the trip north fo...
06/06/2026

"We're just enjoying the quality of life."

The Jesters Party is a group of friends who have been making the trip north for the past 25 years. They believe the purpose of life is to have fun and enjoy the experiences that come with it. Of course, fishing plays a big part in that enjoyment. Whether they're chasing walleyes, meeting for brunch, or throwing a party for their ladies, they are always seeking a good time.

THROWBACK THURSDAY! 🎣Can you name any of these Ballard's crew members?Take a trip back to May 1992 and see how many fami...
06/04/2026

THROWBACK THURSDAY! 🎣

Can you name any of these Ballard's crew members?

Take a trip back to May 1992 and see how many familiar faces you can spot. Drop your guesses in the comments! 👇

30ish inches....
06/02/2026

30ish inches....

Main character energy today 🎣🐟☀️😎
05/30/2026

Main character energy today 🎣🐟☀️😎

Meet the BALLARD'S CREW!Our Thursday Bartending Crew... aka "Thirst Responders"... The Hanson Family. Tom, Deb, and Brit...
05/28/2026

Meet the BALLARD'S CREW!
Our Thursday Bartending Crew... aka "Thirst Responders"... The Hanson Family. Tom, Deb, and Brittany have a combined total of 40 years at Ballard's!

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Favorite Part About Working at Ballard’s -
Tom & Deb: Seeing returning customers each year and trying to spot the first-timers at the resort.
Brittany: The customers, coworkers, and of course, the pool.

Favorite Hobbies -
Tom & Deb: Fishing and spending time with the grandkids.
Brittany: Fishing and being a mom.

If You Could Work Anywhere Else at the Resort -
Tom & Deb: Lifeguards... if Ballard’s had one.
Brittany: A fishing guide, so she could be as cool as Brian Nord.

All-Time Best Boat Snack -
Tom & Deb: Sausage and cheese... absolutely no bananas in the boat.
Brittany: Cheese Ritz Bits

Patio season is officially here ☀️That means the summer menu is back — fresh favorites, cold drinks, and sunny patio nig...
05/26/2026

Patio season is officially here ☀️
That means the summer menu is back — fresh favorites, cold drinks, and sunny patio nights await 🍹🍔

Grab your crew and come soak up the season with us.

Address

3314 Bur Oak Road NW
Baudette, MN
56623

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 11pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 11pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 11pm
Thursday 6:30am - 11pm
Friday 6:30am - 11pm
Saturday 6:30am - 11pm
Sunday 6:30am - 11pm

Telephone

+12186341849

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