5 tips to enjoy fall colors in Northeastern Minnesota without the crowds
There’s a tiny window when trees in Northeastern Minnesota display epic fall colors. Here are 5 tips to enjoy the colors without the crowds.
Parks & Regions
Duluth man sets new speed record crossing Boundary Waters by paddleboard
Paddler covers 250-mile Border Route in five days, fastest known time using a stand-up paddleboard.
Grand tour of the North Shore’s newest campground at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park
Tour the North Shore’s newest campground at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park with bonus tips of fun things to do in iconic MN park.
Forest Service reports illegal trail markings on Boundary Waters wilderness hiking path
Vandals illegally blaze protected hiking trail in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Forest Service asks for information about painted markings on wilderness path.
Isle Royale fire fully contained, closures lifted
Blaze burns small area on northeastern end of National Park, leading to evacuations and temporary closures.
5 easy hikes on Minnesota’s North Shore
If you’re looking for some scenic hiking trails in Minnesota, the North Shore offers some of the best options. From easy walks to more challenging hikes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here are some of the top North Shore hiking trails to add to your bucket list.
Kids and canoes: ‘No Boundaries’ program introduces youth to wilderness
Boundary Waters canoe trips can be life-changing, and foster lifelong conservation ethics, but out of reach for many young people.
Crew replaces wooden Stairway Portage with stone, works entirely by hand
The famous wooden staircase connecting Rose and Duncan Lakes in the BWCA was recently replaced with stone. No power tools could be used and the portage stayed open…
Canoeists cross Quetico Park on 600-mile Path of the Paddle expedition
Month-long trip intended to promote and develop paddling part of Canadian cross-country canoe trail.
A once-in-a-lifetime trip to Rose Lake in the BWCA
“We worried about crowds and finding a campsite on the popular Rose Lake in the BWCA. But were rewarded with a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.”
Voyageurs National Park resumes operations as water levels drop
Some campsites and facilities are still closed, but a no-wake restriction has been lifted and boat tours have resumed.
Aftermath of spring flooding in Minnesota’s Arrowhead
As the high water subsides in northeast Minnesota, some impacts of the spring flood are long lasting. Here’s what you need to know.
Congressional committee passes ban on copper mining near Boundary Waters
A bill sponsored by Rep. Betty McCollum to permanently prohibit mining copper and other sulfide ore in the watershed of the Boundary Waters wilderness cleared a key House committee this week…
Canada to resume remote area border crossing permits, allow travel between Boundary Waters and Quetico
Permits shut down due to pandemic will soon be available again to people paddling between U.S. and Canada.
Lake trout no longer stocked in northeastern Minnesota waters
Fishery managers say population is stable where possible, and not feasible in other lakes.
Twin Lakes Trail Day Hike: Bean and Bear Lakes Loop
Bean and Bear Lakes is a crown jewel of the Superior Hiking Trail. Learn what to expect and how to prepare for a memorable day on the trail.
Bear Head Lake – a wilderness experience with the comforts of a state park
Paddle, fish, hike, canoe-in or stay in a camper cabin, and enjoy a Boundary Waters landscape with state park amenities.
Historic high water hits Rainy Lake region
Catastrophic floods are inundating parks, historic sites, resorts, homes, experts say water may rise another 10 inches this week.
Mapping the 2021 Quetico fires: where blazes burned and where to paddle
As popular paddling destination Quetico Provincial Park reopens to Americans, maps show areas affected by major fires.
Authorities warn flooding is beginning along international border lakes
Water levels on Crane, Rainy, Namakan, and other border lakes are already high, and expected to keep climbing with late thaw, ice floes causing hazards.