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Voyageurs National Park resumes operations as water levels drop

February 6, 2023July 28, 2022 by Greg Seitz

Some campsites and facilities are still closed, but a no-wake restriction has been lifted and boat tours have resumed.

Historic high water hits Rainy Lake region

September 3, 2023June 6, 2022 by Greg Seitz

Catastrophic floods are inundating parks, historic sites, resorts, homes, experts say water may rise another 10 inches this week.

Authorities warn flooding is beginning along international border lakes

May 15, 2022 by Greg Seitz

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.

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Supporting the Protection of the Minnesota-Ontario border region and Superior National Forest including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Quetico Provincial Park, Voyageurs National Park, La Verendrye Provincial Park, Isle Royale National Park, and Lake Superior. More About Us >