Voyageurs National Park

MN
Voyageurs National Park spans 218,000 acres of lakes, forests, and streams in northern Minnesota. Established in 1975, the park is named after the French-Canadian Voyageurs who once navigated these abundant waters. Voyageurs National Park provides exceptional opportunities for recreation and exploration amidst landscapes rich in natural beauty, history, and cultural heritage.
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WEATHER INFO

There are four distinct seasons in Voyageur country. During June, July, and August periods of fine, mild weather prevail. The frost-free season averages 120 days from June to mid-September. The average ice-out date is May 3. The first measurable snowfall occurs in late October and the last in late April or early May.

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DIRECTIONS INFO

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Voyageurs
Voyageurs National Park is located in Northern Minnesota near the Canadian border. Access to Voyageurs is available from many points along Rainy Lake, Kabetogama Lake, Ash River, Crane Lake, and Orr/Pelican Lake. The park's visitor centers and many trails can be reached by car, but much of Voyageurs is best explored by boat. All campsites in the park, except primitive, require a boat to reach.
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INFORMATION

Campfire ban lifted parkwide

Effective August 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., the National Park Service has lifted campfire restrictions in Voyageurs National Park due to cooler weather and a lower risk of wildfire. The lifting of these fire restrictions aligns with changes made by the U.S. Forest Service in the Superior National Forest and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

PARK CLOSURE

Dryweed Island Area Closure for Campsites, Houseboat Sites, and Day Use

Campsites, houseboat sites, and the day use sites are closed on Dryweed Island and nearby sites due to unsafe bear‑human interactions. Affected locations include Breakwater Cove, Dryweed Island, Harrison Bay, Makinen Point, Mio Beach, Stones Point, Loon Cove, Rock Shelf, Lyle Mine Island, Tango Channel, and Harrison Bay E. Overnight use and houseboat mooring are not allowed. For a full list of sites covered by the closure, click the link below:

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