Voyageurs National Park News
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Voyageurs National Park Announces Winter Visitor Center Hours and Activities
December 9, 2024 | 7:05 am
Voyageurs National Park is pleased to announce the winter schedule for its visitor centers, equipment rentals, and special events.
Applications for Commercial Use Authorizations in Voyageurs National Park Will Be Accepted from December 01, 2024 - February 28, 2025
November 22, 2024 | 4:18 pm
Voyageurs National Park will start accepting Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) applications on Sunday, December 1, 2024. The open window to submit CUA applications will end on Friday, February 28, 2025.
Voyageurs National Park Camping and Houseboat Reservations for the 2025 Summer Season Open on November 15
November 8, 2024 | 11:59 pm
Overnight tent camping reservations and houseboat permits for the 2025 summer season at Voyageurs National Park will open on November 15, 2024, at 9 am CST.
Voyageurs National Park Lifts Burning Restrictions
October 25, 2024 | 12:48 pm
Due to recent rainfall and improved humidity over much of northern Minnesota, Voyageurs National Park is lifting the ban on campfires in the park, effective October 25, 2024.
Voyageurs National Park Issues Burning Restrictions 10/16/24
October 16, 2024 | 12:32 pm
Due to increasing fire danger, Voyageurs National Park is banning all campfires within the park.
National Park Service Announces Memorial Services for Park Ranger Kevin Grossheim
October 10, 2024 | 12:06 pm
Memorial services for Voyageurs National Park law enforcement park ranger Kevin Grossheim will be held on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 1 p.m. at the Falls High School gymnasium. Falls High School is located at 1515 11th Street, International Falls, MN.
National Park Service Releases Additional Information After Law Enforcement Ranger Dies in the Line of Duty at Voyageurs National Park
October 7, 2024 | 4:45 pm
The National Park Service Ranger who died Sunday in the line of duty in Voyageurs National Park was a dedicated law enforcement officer, emergency services volunteer, member of the community, and beloved husband and friend.
Law Enforcement Ranger Dies During Incident Response on Namakan Lake in Voyageurs National Park
October 6, 2024 | 6:32 pm
The National Park Service (NPS) is mourning the loss of a law enforcement park ranger who died Sunday, October 6 in St. Louis County while responding to a call for help. The law enforcement ranger responded late Sunday morning to a call for assistance from a distressed civilian vessel on Namakan Lake. While towing the distressed vessel, the NPS boat capsized, forcing the ranger and the three individuals being assisted into the water.
Annual Autumn Buoy Removal and Hunting Reminders
October 1, 2024 | 4:14 pm
Voyageurs National Park staff will begin removing hazard markers and secondary aids to navigation within the park this week, starting on Rainy Lake, then moving to the Namakan Basin, which includes Kabetogama, Namakan, and Sand Point Lakes. Weather and other variables will determine the exact days when removal occurs.
Voyageurs National Park Announces Fall Hours of Operations
September 20, 2024 | 4:36 pm
National Park staff announce fall hours of operation for visitor centers. The park is open year-round.