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The BWCA - Boundary Waters Canoe Area is over 1 million acres of wilderness area located within the Superior National Forest in Northern Minnesota.  The BWCA is renowned as a destination for both canoeing and fishing on its many lakes, and is the most visited wilderness in the United States.  The BWCA is located on the U.S.-Canadian border, and along with Voyageurs National Park to the west and the Canadian Quetico they make up a large area of contiguous wilderness lakes and forests called the "Quetico-Superior country", or simply the Boundary Waters.  Lake Superior lies to the east of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.  The two main communities with visitor services near the BWCA are Ely and Grand Marais, Minnesota.  The smaller town of Tofte is another gateway community to the BWCA. Several historic roads, such as the Gunflint Trail, the Echo Trail, and Fernberg Road allow access to the many wilderness entry points of the BWCA.  The BWCA contains over a thousand lakes and Permits are required for all overnight visits to the BWCA wilderness area. The BWCA is one of Minnesota's top tourist attractions, drawing visitors from all over the United States as well as abroad.  Fishing in the BWCA can be some of the best in Minnesota. Game species include walleye, northern pike, largemouth and smallmouth bass, yellow perch, whitefish and lake trout, among others. Popular lures include rapalas, jigs, and spoons, while live bait such as leeches are also used. When fishing in the BWCA, a multiple-sectioned or collapsable fishing rod is easiest to carry while portaging.

        Boundary Waters Canoe AreaNational Geographic named the BWCA one of the 50 greatest destinations of a lifetimeBoundary Waters

 

boundary waters, bwcaYou are required to have a permit for entry & the date desired for your trip. boundary waters, bwca
You can get one here: BWCA Permits
Permits do not reserve a campsite, but rather grant access to a particular entry point.
It's best to reserve your permit well in advance of trip d
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The Boundary Waters Canoe Area allows groups of up to 9 people to enter.
Ely & Grand Marais are popular entry points for BWCA, Lodging & Outfitters.
IT'S VERY IMPORTANT to be prepared in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.
Make sure you contact Outfitters and Guides to help plan your BWCA trip.

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Outfitters

 

 


Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minnesota Lake Country - BWCA

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