Boundary waters

Everything you need to know to plan your first trip into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Practical tips, stories, and advice.

Its time to plan your Boundary Waters Trip!

Included in this blog are easy, delicious meal ideas and ingredient lists for camping in the Boundary Waters.

Packing up your backpack with the essentials, venturing into the great outdoors, and spending a few nights tent camping in the wilderness is a cherished summer tradition for many Minnesotans.

Boundary Waters Minnesota

Everyone has their list of favorite lakes and routes in the BWCA. Deciding which entry point to go in at is tough — do you pick an old favorite or somewhere new? Even more baffling is which combination of lakes, rivers, ponds and portage trails will make up your route?

Learn the best ways to pack your tent, paddles and all your camping gear for a Boundary Waters canoe trip.

Start planning your Minnesota Boundary Waters canoe trip with this complete guide including BWCA entry points, Boundary Water camping, & more

Accessible primarily by canoe, the Boundary Waters in northern Minnesota is one of America's most beautiful and remote adventures. Plan your first trip using this four-day beginner-friendly itinerary. One of the hardest things about planning your first Boundary Waters trip is deciding where to go within the vast preserve’s 1,200 miles of canoe routes, 11 hiking trails and approximately 2,000 designated campsites.