Lakeside Cabin
A full cabin with kitchenette, private deck, and direct lake access. Perfect for couples or small families seeking a true disconnect.
- Private lakefront deck
- Full kitchenette
- Queen bed + sleeper sofa
- Fire pit & outdoor seating
Long Lake · Backus, Minnesota
Your Shore.
Your Peace.
Your Place.
Tucked on the shores of Long Lake, Idle-A-While Resort is the quiet retreat where the pace slows and the memories stick. Cabins, rooms, and lake access — everything you need to do absolutely nothing, beautifully.
50+
Years Hosting Guests
1,450
Acres of Long Lake
4.8
Average Guest Rating
Accommodations
Rest Well, Wake to the Lake
From cozy cabins to lakeside rooms, every space is designed for comfort and calm — with lake views, clean lines, and the kind of quiet that actually restores you.
Standard Room
Clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully appointed. Great value with easy walk-out access to the shore and shared fire pit area.
- Lake or garden view
- Queen or double bed
- Private bathroom
- Free parking
Family Suite
Room to spread out. Two bedrooms, a sitting area, and a fully equipped kitchen — everything the whole group needs for a long weekend.
- Two bedrooms
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Living area with TV
- Wraparound porch
What's Here
Everything You Need. Nothing You Don't.
Private Lake Access
Step from your door onto the sand and into calm water. No shared docks or crowded beaches — just your shoreline.
Canoe & Kayak Rental
Paddle out at dawn when the mist is still rising. We provide gear and lake maps so you can explore the quiet coves.
Fire Pit & Gathering Area
Gather around the fire after a day on the water. We keep wood on hand and the area lit for evening relaxation.
Boundary Waters Access
Just a short drive to the nearest Boundary Waters portage. Hike in, canoe out — the wilderness is your backyard.
Free Wi-Fi & Parking
Stay connected when you want to be, disappear when you don't. Free Wi-Fi in common areas and ample parking for every vehicle.
Fishing & Boating
Walleye, northern pike, and perch right off the shore. Bring your own boat or rent one from us — the lake is open and waiting.
Find Us
On the Water in Backus
Backus sits at the heart of northern Minnesota's lake country — close enough to town for groceries and gas, far enough away that the only traffic you'll see is deer crossing the road.
Address
2263 E Long Lake Dr NW
Backus, MN 56435-2116
Backus, MN 56435-2116
Phone
(218) 682-2483
Getting Here
~45 min from Grand Rapids
~2 hrs from Duluth
Open in Google Maps
~2 hrs from Duluth
Our Story
Built for People Who Need a Break
Idle-A-While Resort didn't start as a business. It started as a place to come home to — a stretch of Long Lake where a family could slow down, put the phone away, and remember what weekends were for.
Today, we welcome guests who want the same thing: no rush, no noise, just the lake and the kind of quiet that actually fills you back up. We keep things simple — clean rooms, warm cabins, fire pits that are always lit, and a shore that's yours to claim.
Whether you're here for a long weekend or a full week, we'll make sure you have everything you need and nothing you don't.
01
Quiet by Design
No TVs blaring, no loud music. This is a place to actually rest.
02
Respect the Lake
We maintain the shoreline and keep things clean so the next person gets the same view.
03
Real Hospitality
We're here when you need us. Otherwise, we'll leave you to it.
Get in Touch
Ready to Unplug?
Give us a call or send a message — we'll let you know what's available for your dates and help you pick the right room for your group.
