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
On public wild lands, services are sparse and conditions change fast — check the managing agency (Forest Service / BLM / Park Service) for road and seasonal closures, fire restrictions, and any permits before you go, and pack out what you pack in.
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