Voyageurs National Park

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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.
Map showing location of park.
Voyageurs National Park Lifts Campfire Restrictions Parkwide
The National Park Service has lifted campfire restrictions in Voyageurs National Park effective August 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., due to cooler weather and a lower risk of wildfire. The lifting of the elevated fire restrictions aligns with changes made by the U.S. Forest Service in the Superior National Forest and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Group of people stargazing with telescopes under a clear, star-filled night sky in a forest clearing with red safety lighting illuminating pathways.
Voyageurs National Park Invites Public to Sixth Annual Star Party
Voyageurs National Park, the Voyageurs Conservancy, and other partners will host the sixth annual Voyageurs Star Party on September 11 at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center and September 12 at the Kabetogama Visitor Center. These free events offer visitors of all ages an opportunity to stargaze, learn about the night sky, and experience a certified International Dark Sky Park.
An aerial photo of the Kettle Falls area shows forested wooded areas surrounded by blue waters. Theres a cascading dam, docks, white paths, and the red roof of the hotel also visible from above.
Kettle Falls Concession Opportunity Open for Proposals
The National Park Service (NPS) is accepting proposals for a concession opportunity at Kettle Falls in Voyageurs National Park. The selected concessioner will provide a range of visitor services, including lodging, retail, food and beverage operations, guest transportation, marina services, and mechanical boat portage.
Voyageurs National Park Increases Fire Restrictions
Due to high fire danger and active wildfires across northeast Minnesota, Voyageurs National Park will implement further fire restrictions effective Monday, July 20, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. The restrictions will remain in effect until rescinded.
Voyageurs National Park Issues Campfire Restrictions
Due to high fire danger and active wildfires across northeast Minnesota, Voyageurs National Park will implement fire restrictions effective Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. The restrictions will remain in effect until rescinded.
Photograph of granite cliffs topped with trees alongside a blue lake.
Photo by Erik Fremstad
Photograph of northern lights over a lake.
Photo by NPS Photo / Daniel Dendler
Photograph of lake in distance viewed through trees.
Photo by NPS Photo / Billy Flynn
Photograph of landscape with large boulders and rock sculptures.
Photo by NPS Photo / Billy Flynn
Photograph of rustic wooden sign on building front with "Kettle Falls Hotel" painted in red.
Photo by NPS Photo / Billy Flynn
Photograph of person snowshoeing across frozen lake with snowy trees in the background.
Photo by Hannah Olson
Photograph of person standing next to brown national park sign at night with northern lights.
Photo by John Keefover