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.

Northern Lights over Voyageurs National Park waters

About Voyageurs National Park

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.

Quick Facts

Location: MN
Designation: National Park

Operating Hours

Voyageurs is open 24-hours a day year-round, although activities and services are limited after visitor center hours. Please note that early spring and late fall may present hazards on the lake with thin ice; use caution.

Wednesday: All Day
Monday: All Day
Thursday: All Day
Sunday: All Day
Tuesday: All Day
Friday: All Day
Saturday: All Day

Activities

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

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