Voyageurs National Park News
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NPS Seeks Expressions of Interest on Services at Kettle Falls
April 21, 2025 | 8:43 am
The National Park Service (NPS) announces a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) open to individuals, educational institutions, government agencies or entities, non-profit, or for-profit organizations interested in the preservation and re-use of one or more facilities at Kettle Falls. The RFEI allows interested parties an opportunity to review the property, facilities, park area, and to submit their idea(s) of potential future use of the facilities.
Voyageurs National Park Reservations for 2025 Boat Tours and North Canoe Programs Open April 15
April 7, 2025 | 8:48 am
Voyageurs National Park staff announce that reservations for ranger-led boat tours and North Canoe Voyage programs open at 9:00 am CST on April 15 for the 2025 season.
Voyageurs National Park Celebrates 50th Birthday
March 31, 2025 | 9:04 am
On April 8, Voyageurs National Park will celebrate its 50th Anniversary. In collaboration with Voyageurs Conservancy, a variety of special events and programming, community partnerships, and other exciting initiatives will be hosted throughout the year.
Winter Cattail Burns in Voyageurs National Park
March 5, 2025 | 9:19 am
Voyageurs National Park staff plan to conduct prescribed burns in selected wetlands in and near Black Bay and Cranberry Bay on Rainy Lake March 2025. Activities include burning floating and rooted invasive hybrid cattails as well as other wetland areas to remove dead vegetation, rejuvenate wetland plant communities, and reduce woody plant encroachment.
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.
*UPDATE* Applications for Commercial Use Authorizations in Voyageurs National Park Due Soon
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 has been extended to April 14, 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.