Voyageurs National Park
Voyageurs National Park spans 218,000 acres of lakes, forests, and streams in northern Minnesota.
Photo: Erik Fremstad / NPS
About Voyageurs National Park
Voyageurs National Park spans 218,000 acres of lakes, forests, and streams in northern Minnesota. Established in 1975, the park is named after the French-Canadian Voyageurs who once navigated these abundant waters. Voyageurs National Park provides exceptional opportunities for recreation and exploration amidst landscapes rich in natural beauty, history, and cultural heritage.
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Driving times from Voyageurs National Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
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Park Hours
- Mon
- All Day
- Tue
- All Day
- Wed
- All Day
- Thu
- All Day
- Fri
- All Day
- Sat
- All Day
- Sun
- All Day
Activities
Getting there
There are four distinct seasons in Voyageur country. During June, July, and August periods of fine, mild weather prevail. The frost-free season averages 120 days from June to mid-September. The average ice-out date is May 3. The first measurable snowfall occurs in late October and the last in late April or early May.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Voyageurs National Park?
- Popular activities include Arts and Culture, Astronomy, Backcountry Camping, Backcountry Hiking, Biking, Birdwatching.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Voyageurs National Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway (4 h 28 min), North Country National Scenic Trail (4 h 36 min), Mississippi National River & Recreation Area (4 h 46 min), Apostle Islands National Lakeshore (4 h 51 min), Grand Portage National Monument (5 h 5 min), Keweenaw National Historical Park (6 h 40 min).