Expert Waterfront Landscaping Services in Minnesota
Transform your shoreline into a stunning outdoor paradise with our licensed and insured specialists. Let us turn your vision into breathtaking reality.
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Exceptional Landscaping Services for Your Waterfront Home
Our Process
We're a team of professionals who are passionate about what we do.
Step 1: Consultation & Vision Meeting
We start by meeting you at your Minnesota property — whether it’s a lakefront home on White Bear Lake, Gull Lake, or a riverside retreat. During this first visit, we: Walk your property to understand the land, shoreline, and existing conditions. Discuss your vision, goals, and any concerns you have about erosion, landscaping, or hardscaping. Explore ideas for native plantings, RipRap, boulder walls, private beaches, or full landscaping. By the end of this step, we have a clear understanding of what you want and how your property’s unique geography will shape the project.
Step 2: Quote & Custom Design
Next, our team turns your vision into a detailed plan: We provide a transparent, professional quote that outlines all materials, labor, and timelines — no hidden costs. Our designers create a custom plan that blends functionality, beauty, and sustainability. For lakefront projects, this includes erosion control, native plant integration, and shoreline stabilization. We collaborate with you on any adjustments to ensure the design reflects your exact vision. At this stage, you know exactly what to expect — the materials we’ll use, the project schedule, and the final look of your property.
Step 3: Job Completion & Satisfaction Guarantee
Finally, our skilled team executes the project with precision and care: From RipRap installation to landscaping, boulder walls, or private beach construction, we handle every step with Minnesota expertise. We maintain open communication throughout, keeping you informed of progress. We don’t leave until you’re 100% satisfied. Your happiness is our guarantee — backed by our 1-year fix-it-free and 3-year fix-it-at-cost warranties. Once complete, your property isn’t just improved — it’s transformed into a safe, stunning, and functional space that enhances your outdoor lifestyle.
About Canvasback Outdoor Services
Why Neighbors Trust Canvasback
Local stories of transformed lakeside landscapes
2 photos of before the work Csnvasback did. They smoothed yard to the lake, protected the lake from construction debris, removed lots of debris including weeds, roots and branches. He laid down coir to hold the top of the soil in place and planted over 750 plugs of native plants. Installed steel edging to confine the plants to their area and to keep lawn grass out of the native area. We are excited to see what each new season will bring to our native landscape. Tanner was happy to come back for a couple small issues and quickly fixed those problems. He added some extra rocks where sand seemed to be sliding off. I would recommend Canvasback outdoor services for any landscape work. Tanner was great through the process of permitting and communication with DNR, county, and watershed district. He kept me updated through the whole process.
Tanner has done several projects from riprap to rock gardens. He is very knowledgeable and has made many suggestions to improve on our original plans. Highly recommend them.
Tanner and his crew did an awesome job repairing the shoreline. They had great attention to detail and exceptional customer service. Tanner also provided detailed and timely updates on schedules and project progress. I highly recommend them!
Special Offers
- $100 Off Custom Projects
$100 off
- Complimentary Consultation
Free design consultation
Get in touch with us
- 01. Lake Elmo, MN
- 02. Deer River, MN
- 03. Chisago City, MN
- 04. White Bear Lake, MN
- 05. Grand Rapids, MN
- 06. Centerville, MN
- 07. Forest Lake, MN
- 08. Stillwater, MN
- 09. Rush City, MN
- 10. Pine River, MN
- 11. Saint Croix Falls, WI
- 12. Nisswa, MN
- 13. Lindstrom, MN
- 14. Balsam Lake, WI
- 15. Linwood, MN
- 16. Coon Lake Beach, MN
- 17. Center City, MN
- 18. Scandia, MN
- 19. Brainerd, MN
- 20. Ham Lake, MN
- 21. Oakdale, MN
- 22. Prior Lake, MN
- 23. Glenwood, MN
- 24. Crosslake, MN
- 25. McGregor, MN
"2 photos of before the work Csnvasback did. They smoothed yard to the lake, protected the lake from construction debris, removed lots of debris including weeds, roots and branches. He laid down coir to hold the top of the soil in place and planted over 750 plugs of native plants. Installed steel edging to confine the plants to their area and to keep lawn grass out of the native area. We are excited to see what each new season will bring to our native landscape. Tanner was happy to come back for a couple small issues and quickly fixed those problems. He added some extra rocks where sand seemed to be sliding off. I would recommend Canvasback outdoor services for any landscape work. Tanner was great through the process of permitting and communication with DNR, county, and watershed district. He kept me updated through the whole process."
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