National Forest · Minnesota

Superior National Forest

The Boundary Waters canoe country

TypeNational Forest
StateMinnesota
Best seasonSummer & fall
Don’t missBoundary Waters

Three million acres of lakes and boreal forest along the Canadian border, holding the legendary Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Paddle, portage, and hear nothing but loons.

What to see

  • Boundary Waters Canoe Area
  • Gunflint Trail
  • Eagle Mountain (MN high point)
  • Lake Superior overlooks
  • Northern lights

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