Do I need a backcountry permit to camp?

Yes. All overnight camping and houseboating requires a permit via Recreation.gov.

Is there an entrance fee to the park?

No. Voyageurs National Park has no entrance fee.

Dogs must be leashed (6 feet max) in developed areas; dogs are not allowed on park trails except the Rainy Lake Recreation Trail.

Drones are generally prohibited unless specifically permitted by a ranger.

Backcountry camping is island-based and requires permit reservations via Recreation.gov.

Quiet gateway for paddlers. 2 hotels, minimal dining option.

Fishing town on Canada's border. Grab supplies, lodging, and dinner early—things close by 9.

Fuel, lodging, and winter recreation base for boat-in Voyageurs. 44km west—stock up here.

Tiny supply hub 15km west of Voyageurs. No lodging—day-trip only.