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Pelican Lake Resort At Norway Point

Stay at Pelican Lake Resort At Norway Point in Orr, MN. Enjoy air-conditioned cabins, a beach, pizza restaurant, and easy access to Pelican Lake and nearby parks.

11033 Slade Rd, Orr, MN 55771, United States View on map
9.6/10
Exceptional Based on 44 recent guest reviews
Air-conditioned Pet-friendly Kid-friendly Restaurant Bar
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable lakeside escape with friendly service

Guests appreciate the cozy cabins, excellent fishing opportunities, and attentive management, balanced with a rustic, lived-in atmosphere and ongoing property improvements.

Guests often praise

  • Warm, welcoming host who provides attentive and personalized service.
  • Access to boats, kayaks, canoes, and fishing equipment included with the stay.
  • Cozy, well-sized cabins ideal for relaxing after outdoor activities.
  • Delicious on-site pizza and quality drinks at the bar, including unique root beer floats.
  • Beautiful setting on Pelican Lake with great fishing opportunities right off the docks.

Worth knowing

  • Cabins show signs of age and could benefit from updates and more thorough cleaning.
  • Wi-Fi is available but may be limited due to the rustic location.
  • Nearby grocery options are limited and expensive, so bringing supplies is recommended.
  • Some noise issues reported within cabins, such as refrigerator sounds.
  • Management is actively working on property improvements to enhance guest experience.

Best for

  • Fishing enthusiasts seeking quality lake access and boat rentals.
  • Visitors wanting a simple, laid-back lakeside resort with outdoor activities.
  • Families and groups looking for kid- and pet-friendly accommodations.
  • Travelers interested in exploring nearby wildlife sanctuaries and state forests.
  • Guests who value personalized hospitality over modern luxury amenities.
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About this property

Welcome to Pelican Lake Resort At Norway Point

Pelican Lake Resort At Norway Point is a simple, year-round resort situated on a wooded hillside overlooking Pelican Lake, about 6.8 miles from downtown Orr, Minnesota. The setting provides direct access to the lake with multiple docks for boating and fishing. Guests can enjoy free use of kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, and comfortable traditional lakeside cabins that offer a cozy, home-like atmosphere.

The resort features a beach area and an on-site pizza restaurant with a bar, popular among visitors looking for casual dining and local beverages, including a recommended specialty root beer float. Facilities are air-conditioned and pet- and kid-friendly, supporting a relaxed stay for families and groups. While the cabins are functional and welcoming, some guests have noted that they could benefit from a more professional cleaning and occasional updates.

The location is well suited for outdoor enthusiasts, with nearby attractions such as Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary, Kabetogama State Forest, and the lake itself offering numerous opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, and other recreational activities. The property is also convenient for travelers arriving via Falls International Airport or Range Regional Airport, both reachable by car within approximately an hour.

Reviews highlight attentive and friendly management, particularly the hands-on approach of the owner/operator, who facilitates boat rentals, fishing tips, and guest comfort. The resort maintains a straightforward, no-frills style that appeals to visitors seeking a natural, lakeside experience rather than luxury accommodations. It serves well as a base for fishing trips and outdoor exploration in the surrounding state parks and forests.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

AG
Angela Gilles Apr 14, 2026
10

The resort has a comfortable and homey feel. Not too big, not too small, just the right size. There are multiple docks for boating and fishing, along with free use of kayaks, a canoe, and a paddle boat. The lake is beautiful and great for fishing. It’s also the perfect location for a home base to explore the nearby national park and forests. The Birch cabin was nice and perfectly cozy for my husband and me. The pizza was delicious and it was nice to be able to grab a drink at the bar. I highly recommend the root beer float (try the 21+ version if you’re adventurous )!

EV
Evan Varno Mar 09, 2026
10

Back for another review! I started off going once a year about 6 years ago to Norway Point (Pelican Lake Resort) and everything keeps improving year after year! Now it's an easy 2-3 times a year. Each for a week at a time! I've been on fly-in fishing trips in Ontario and those are nothing compared to the quality fishing Pelican Lake has to offer! However a big part of this experience is due to the hardworking manager JP! He makes sure your comfortable, informed on the latest bite, and is ready to help at a moments notice! Cabins are comfortable, boats rental are REAL fishing boats and not just a chunk of metal that floats, and the price is great! Couldn't recommend more and look forward to many more trips throughout the years!

E
Em Mar 08, 2026
8.0

Our family of 6 (now 7 ) Has been coming here for 3 years now. The lake and fishing are great. The boat provided is wonderful. The property is great. The cabins are well sized and the manager (JP) Is incredibly nice and seems to always be available if you need him. My only issue is the cleanliness of the cabins. I'm assuming there isn't a professional cleaner than comes in. They're clean as if it was a personal cabin. Where I would be comfortable with the amount of.. 'grime' left behind. But I can't help but picture the many, many, people before us and how well things were actually cleaned before. The sheets and towels are clean and overall it's always been a good experience. Just wish I didn't have to bring along a cobweb duster and bleach scrub in my vacation bag. Only suggestion I have for the actual owner is to consider baby locks on lower cabinets. Theyre easy and cheap. Seems so simple, but as a popular family get away- I can't imagine how much of a difference it'd make for the family if they didn't have to find ways to block them for themselves. See you again next year!

JD
Jerry Dean Feb 22, 2026
10

Perfect little fishing resort. JP the owner operator is the best. Has a friends and family feeling. Was there to help at every turn. Called you by your name instantly. The only draw back is people finding out about this place. Because I believe it will not be my great secret place. Just that great. Thanks JP for making are trip so enjoyable.

AK
Audrey Klunenberg Jan 30, 2026
10

Went there with a group of friends last fall and we loved the place. It had exactly what we needed for cooking in the kitchen (although make sure you are very prepared with your groceries; nearby groceries stores will charge an arm and a leg). Pet friendly, different places on the property to fish at/spread out. Make sure to stop in and talk to the host; he was pretty cool!

KM
Kate McCormick Jan 23, 2026
10

We had a great time at Norway Point! JP was awesome. Anytime we needed anything he was on it. Having free access to kayaks, canoes, paddle board and paddle boats was a pleasant suprise. Also bait and ice are included with the stay so lots of fishing was done right off the end of the dock! Close to the the national park so easy drives there. The buildings are a little run down and could use a fresh coat of paint, but JP is working on getting the place spruced up. The customer service and amenities far outweigh the dated cabins. You also need to try the pizza, made by JP him self. So delicious!! Check it out, you won't be disappointed!!

SB
Scott Breeden Jan 22, 2026
10

I just spent an excellent week with a couple friends at Pelican Lake Resort at Norway Point. We stayed in the Balsam Cabin and aside from the excessively noisy refrigerator next to the sofa bed I slept in, the cabin itself was great. It had everything we needed... and if you need something else then just ask the great host JP and he'll quickly accommodate you. We booked the cabin/boat combo and had a killer time fishing for 5 1/2 days. JP also tended to our boat needs such as refilling it with gas and charging/replacing trolling motor batteries. All we did was fish, eat, sleep, repeat! The resort is under new ownership who have already made improvements/repairs/upgrades with many more to come in the future. Speaking of which, much to my surprise they do have wi-fi there so you can stay connected to the outside world if you need to. Already penciled in dates to return next year and am looking forward to seeing all the new improvements!

CA
Coleen Altnow Jan 21, 2026
10

Boated over for pizza and it was excellent. Great beer on tap with good old fashion root beer floats! This is definitely a Pelican Lake treasure! Thanks Jason

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Pelican Lake Resort At Norway Point

Orr, Minnesota, USA

On a wooded hillside overlooking Pelican Lake, this straightforward, year-round resort lies 6.8 miles from downtown Orr.

  • Falls International Airport 55 min Car
  • Range Regional Airport 1 hr 8 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Minnesota. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Kabetogama State Forest 475 reviews

Kabetogama State Forest

9397 Orr-Buyck Rd, Orr, MN 55771, United States

4.7 · National Forest
Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary 288 reviews

Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary

12541 Nett Lake Rd, Orr, MN 55771, United States

4.8 · Wildlife Refuge
Pelican Lake 13 reviews

Pelican Lake

Minnesota 55771, USA

4.9 · Lake
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