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Best trails in Voyageurs National Park

Best trails in Voyageurs National Park

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United States
#50 of 60 national parks

Voyageurs National Park covers a vast area including waterways, forests, and three lakes: Rainy, Kabetogama and Namakan. As approximately one third of Voyageurs is water, the park offers exceptional canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. During the winter, the park is equally as enjoyable to explore on snowmobile, cross-country ski, or snowshoeing.

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Visitor info

Hours & contact
Open 24 hours
Passes & fees
No fee required
Accessibility
General park hours
Every day • Open 24 hours
Phone
(218) 283-6600

Voyageurs National Park does not have an entrance fee. However, there are fees for camping, houseboat permits, boat tours, special interpretive programs, winter equipment rentals, and special use permits. Interagency Senior and Access passes provide a discount of 50% on boat tours only.

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Overview

Voyageurs National Park does not charge an entrance fee.

The Rainy Lake, Kabetogama Lake, and Ash River Visitor Centers are all accessible to visitors using mobility equipment or strollers and have wheelchair accessible restrooms.

The boat tours and NPS vessels are wheelchair accessible.

Additional information about accessibility at Voyageurs National Park can be found on their website: https://www.nps.gov/voya/planyourvisit/accessibility.htm.

Facilities

The Rainy Lake, Kabetogama Lake, and Ash River Visitor Centers are all accessible to visitors using mobility equipment or strollers and have wheelchair accessible restrooms.

Camping

The Rainy Lake (R26-Sunrise Point) and Namakan Lake (N41- Voyageur Narrows) Campgrounds have individual wheelchair accessible camping sites.

The Rainy Lake Group Campsite (R74) and the Kabetogma Lake Group Campsite (K54) are also wheelchair accessible.

Service animals

Service animals must be on-leash throughout the park.

Trail reviews for Voyageurs National Park

3,056 trailgoers Busiest in July
Sep 15, 2024Hiking
Easy to parkNot crowdedGreat conditionsGreat views

Nice trail with ups and downs. Nice view of the lake on the end loop with a bench. Mosquitos and kinda lots of bushes in one spot so glad I wore pants. I enjoyed this trail and started at the voyageurs national park visitors center.

Conditions: Bugs, Overgrown
Blind Ash Bay Trail
Oct 19, 2024Hiking
Easy to parkNot crowded

Nice little trail to a beautiful overlook- maybe the best in Voyageurs. Would recommend!

Difficulty: Easy
Beaver Pond Overlook Trail
Sep 5, 2024Hiking
Easy to parkGreat conditionsGreat views

Good trail to introduce you to Voyageurs NP.

Parking: Free, Medium lot
Blind Ash Bay Trail
Aug 27, 2024Hiking

Great trail, easily navigated. If you want to canoe on Locator contact the Voyageurs NPS for the code that will allow you to unlock one.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Voyageurs National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Voyageurs National Park is Blind Ash Bay Trail, which has a 4.4 star rating from 813 reviews. This trail is 3.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 308 ft.

What is the longest trail in Voyageurs National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Voyageurs National Park is Kab-Ash Trail. This trail is estimated to be 20.1 mi long.

How many trails are in Voyageurs National Park?

There are 16 trails in Voyageurs National Park. These trails have an average 4.1-star rating from 2,527 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Voyageurs National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Voyageurs National Park has you covered. Cruiser Lake Trail boasts the most elevation gain with 1,548 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Kab-Ash Trail, which will get you 1,502 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Voyageurs National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Voyageurs National Park which is Mukooda Trail with an average 4.0 star rating from 25 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Voyageurs National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 7 running trails in Voyageurs National Park and the most popular is Oberholtzer Trail with an average 4.2 star rating from 428 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Voyageurs National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Voyageurs National Park which is Rainy Lake Recreation Trail with an average 4.2 star rating from 83 community reviews.

What are the best summer hikes in Voyageurs National Park?

Some popular summer hiking trails in Voyageurs National Park are Blind Ash Bay Trail, Oberholtzer Trail, Beaver Pond Overlook Trail, Sullivan Bay Trail, and Kabetogama Lake Overlook Trail.

What are the best fall hikes in Voyageurs National Park?

Some popular fall hiking trails in Voyageurs National Park are Blind Ash Bay Trail, Oberholtzer Trail, Echo Bay Trail, Sullivan Bay Trail, and Beaver Pond Overlook Trail.

What are the best winter hikes in Voyageurs National Park?

Some popular winter hiking trails in Voyageurs National Park are Blind Ash Bay Trail, Oberholtzer Trail, Echo Bay Trail, Sullivan Bay Trail, and Rainy Lake Recreation Trail.

What are the best spring hikes in Voyageurs National Park?

Some popular spring hiking trails in Voyageurs National Park are Blind Ash Bay Trail, Sullivan Bay Trail, Oberholtzer Trail, Echo Bay Trail, and Beaver Pond Overlook Trail.

Are there any trails with lakes in Voyageurs National Park?

Yes, there are 14 trails with lakes in Voyageurs National Park, including Blind Ash Bay Trail, Oberholtzer Trail, Beaver Pond Overlook Trail, Sullivan Bay Trail, and Kabetogama Lake Overlook Trail.

Are there any trails with wilderness hides or viewing shelters in Voyageurs National Park?

Yes, there is one trail with a wilderness hide or viewing shelter in Voyageurs National Park: Blind Ash Bay Trail.

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