Voyageurs National Park
With 218,055 acres, Voyageurs National Park is an adventure wonderland all year long full of exposed rock ridges, cliffs, wetlands, forests, streams and lakes. This is a place of transition between land and aquatic ecosystems, between southern boreal and northern hardwood forests, and between wild and developed areas. Whether you are exploring by land, water or ice there is something for everyone.
Voyageurs National Park is located in Northern Minnesota. The park shares its northern boundary with Canada and lies just west of the Boundary Water Canoe Area Wilderness. The park visitor centers are accessible by car but in order to truly experience the park, one must leave their vehicle behind and access the park by boat. Access to Voyageurs is available from many points lining Rainy Lake, Kabetogama Lake, Ash River, Crane Lake, and Orr/Pelican Lake.
- Arts and Culture
- Cultural Demonstrations
- Astronomy
- Stargazing
- Biking
- Boating
- Motorized Boating
- Sailing
- Boat Tour
- Camping
- Backcountry Camping
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Group Camping
- RV Camping
- Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Food
- Dining
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Boat Tour
- Hiking
- Backcountry Hiking
- Front-Country Hiking
- Living History
- Reenactments
- Paddling
- Canoeing
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Kayaking
- Junior Ranger Program
- Tubing
- Snow Tubing
- Skiing
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Snowshoeing
- Swimming
- Freshwater Swimming
- Water Skiing
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Gift Shop and Souvenirs
- Aviation
- Dams
- Industry
- Mills
- Mining
- Logging and Timber Cutting
- Landscape Design
- Native American Heritage
- Schools and Education
- Transportation
- Roads, Routes and Highways
- Westward Expansion
- The Gold Rush
- Animals
- Birds
- Cats (wild)
- Fish
- Wolves
- Climate Change
- Fire
- Forests and Woodlands
- Coniferous Forests
- Deciduous Forests
- Geology
- Glaciers
- Lakes
- Natural Sounds
- Night Sky
- Astronomy
- Aurora Borealis
- Rock Landscapes and Features
- Scenic Views
- Trails
- Wetlands
- Marshes
- Swamps
- Wilderness
Northern Lights
Experience the Aurora Borealis at Voyageurs National Park
Perry Lake
For peace and quiet explore the backcountry of the Kabetogama Peninsula
Sunset in Voyageurs
Enjoy a sunset in Voyageurs National Park.
Anderson Bay
Explore the unique geology of Voyageurs National Park and see our story unfold.
Fall Colors
The mix of hardwood and conifers create inspiring scenic views especially in the fall.
Hike a trail
Get outside and hiking on one of our many trails.