Voyageurs National Park
Voyageurs National Park
Voyageurs is a water-based park where you must take to the water to fully experience the lakes, islands and shorelines of the park. Nearly 200 years ago voyageurs paddled birch bark canoes full of animal pelts and trade goods through this area on their way to Lake Athabaska, Canada. Today, people explore the park by houseboat, motorboat, canoe and kayak.
At A Glance
In The Park
Superintendent: Kate MillerPhone Number: 218-283-9821
Entrance Fees: Free
Sights: Kettle Falls; Kettle Falls Hotel; Ellsworth Rock Gardens; Little American Island
Endangered Species: Gray Wolf; Bald Eagle (threatened)
Important Dates
Established as Park: January 8, 1971By The Numbers
Acres: 218,200.00Highest Point: Tower Hill (1405 feet)
Annual Visitation: 231,875 (2006)
Location
Latitude / Longitude :48.524800 / -92.830140 (map it)
State: MN
Nearby Big City: International Falls, MN
Gateway Communities: Ranier, MN; International Falls, MN; Littlefork, MN; Orr, MN; Loman, MN; Nett Lake, MN; Crane Lake, MN
Nearby Airports: International Falls (INL); Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport (MSP)
Green Features
Has Recycling? : YesHas Shuttle System? : No
Has Volunteer Program? : Yes
Park Photos
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In Detail
Activities & Programs Voyageurs National Park provides a wide range of activities. The late-summer months of August and September are often the best time of year to explore the park's hiking trails. The weather is ofte ... read more.
Animals Voyageurs is home to a diverse assemblage of wildlife, including over 240 species of birds, 10 species of reptiles and amphibians, 53 species of fish, 42 species of mammals, and countless invertebr ... read more.
Camping Sleep under the stars in one of over 200 designated campsites in Voyageurs National Park. Be serenaded by loons, and listen for the chance to hear the howl of a wolf. A free permit is required for o ... read more.
Frequently Asked Questions Where can I camp in the park? Voyageurs National Park maintains over 200 developed campsites which are dispersed throughout the park. All campsites within the park are accessible by boat only. Free o ... read more.
History Although the first proposal to designate the area as a national park occurred in 1891, it wasn't until 1975 that Voyageurs National Park was established after a lengthy legislative battle that began ... read more.
Just For Kids Be A Junior Ranger A Junior Ranger is an important person who helps park rangers take care of our national parks. Do you like exploring the park, taking boat trips, hiking in park forests, or seeing ... read more.
Natural World Nature & Science Voyageurs National Park is a mosaic of land and water, a place of interconnected waterways that flow west into the Rainy River, and eventually north as part of the arctic watershed ... read more.
Park Regulations & Safety Permits A free permit is required for all overnight stays in the park. Permits can be obtained at park visitor centers and boat launches. One permit per party per overnight stay is required.Park Regu ... read more.
Planning Your Visit Operating Hours & Seasons Voyageurs National Park is open year-round. During the warm months of summer the park is a destination for people who enjoy exploring by boat. The interconnected waterways a ... read more.
Plants Voyageurs National Park is located in the Southern Biome of the Northern Boreal Forest. A biome is a unit of land that is defined by climate and native vegetation. It's a place where predominantly ... read more.
Sights to See Kettle Falls The history of Kettle Falls is as colorful as the red roof on the hotel. Constructed by timber cruiser Ed Rose and reputedly financed by Madame Nellie Bly, the Kettle Falls Hotel has ac ... read more.
Who's Who at the Park Support Your Park Voyageurs National Park works closely with a wide range of partners to protect park resources and provide essential services for park visitors. Voyageurs National Park Association ... read more.
Winter Activities Winter visitors enjoy the beauty of Voyageurs National Park by snowmobile, on cross-country skis, in an auto on the ice road, on snowshoes or in ice-fishing houses. Voyageurs invites visitors who wa ... read more.
Recent News
- VNP: Newcastle Not Major Concern for Humans September 17, 2008, 2:26 pm
- Guardians of the Wilderness August 27, 2008, 12:37 pm
- Native Trees May Be Planted As Part of Fall Volunteer Rendezvous August 22, 2008, 2:25 pm
- Voyageurs National Park Closing Casareto Beach August 20, 2008, 12:10 pm
- Park Staff Save Life Of Seriously Injured Man August 12, 2008, 11:02 am
- Cormorants are being tracked, studied at Voyageurs Park July 15, 2008, 5:34 pm
- Park Superintendent Warms to Idea of Northern Assignment July 9, 2008, 10:56 am
Voyageurs In Depth
News from the Parks
Frommer's Top 5 Parks for Cozy Camping
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
Park to Reopen Today after Crews Repair Road, Channel Kautz Creek
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
Jenna Otter Returns to Scene of Grizzly Bear Attack
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
Expected Rule Change Would Benefit Bicycling in National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
Things Slow At Hawaii's National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
