Voyageurs National Park
218,200
Acres
199,000/year
Annual Visitors
Free
Entry Fee
June through September (ice fishing December through March)
Best Time to Visit
National Park Service
National Park
Voyageurs was established on April 8, 1975, protecting a water-based wilderness along the Minnesota-Canada border. Roughly 40 percent of the park is water, with four large lakes connected by narrows and bays accessible only by boat.
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When to Visit Voyageurs
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Month-by-Month Conditions
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Month
High
Low
Crowds
Roads
Jan
78°
63°
Low
Open
Feb
74°
59°
Low
Open
Mar
65°
49°
Low
Open
Apr
52°
35°
Low
Open
May
38°
19°
Light
Open
Jun Best
29°
9°
Heavy
Open
Jul Best
25°
5°
Heavy
Open
Aug Best
29°
9°
Peak
Open
Sep Best
38°
19°
Peak
Open
Oct
52°
35°
Light
Open
Nov
65°
49°
Low
Open
Dec
74°
59°
Low
Open
Best months to visit
Crowd level (low to peak)
Trip Essentials
Gear and guides we recommend for Voyageurs. Affiliate links help support our work.
Trail Map
Voyageurs National Geographic Trails Illustrated
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Guidebook
Voyageurs field guide with trail details and planning info
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Hotels Near Voyageurs
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America the Beautiful Pass
$80/year. Covers entrance fees at all 2,000+ federal recreation sites.
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Trail Shoes
Lightweight with good traction for maintained trails.
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Rain Jacket
Mountain weather turns fast. Pack a shell even on clear mornings.
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Merino Hiking Socks
Prevent blisters and keep your feet comfortable for miles.
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Getting to Voyageurs
Gateway Towns
- International Falls, MN
- Kabetogama, MN
- Crane Lake, MN
Nearest Airports
- INL Falls International 15 mi
- DLH Duluth International 200 mi
- MSP Minneapolis-St. Paul International 300 mi
Voyageurs Map
VC Visitor Center
CG Campground
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