You can only enter the Boundary Waters on the date and at the entry point that is on your permit.

Is it okay if I start my BWCA canoe trip a day late or a day earlier than the date that’s on my permit? You need to pick your permit up at the designated issuing station the day of or one day before you enter the Boundary Waters. These don’t need to be reserved in advanced. Permits for day travel can be self-issued and filled out at the entry point. What if I’m just going in for a day paddle and don’t plan on camping overnight? Quota permits are in place during the most popular times to enter the Boundary Waters (from May 1 to September 30) because it limits the number of people entering each location, prevents overcrowding and preserves the wilderness experience for all visitors. Why does the Boundary Waters have a permit system? Simply fill out a self-issued permit at the kiosk located at the entry point. In this case, you don’t need to reserve a permit in advance. What if we are traveling before April 30 or after October 1? The reason for this is that smaller groups have less impact and enhance the experience for everyone. Group size is limited to nine people and four canoes or any type of watercraft (such as stand-up paddle boards). How many people can be on one BWCA permit? Loop through Kekekabic and Little Saganaga Loop through Seagull and Saganaga Lakes Loop through Banadad, Long Island, and Henson Loop through Phoebe, Malberg and Louse Creek Exploration of Alton Lake Cherokee Lake Loop Loop through Clearwater Lake and Lake One Loop through the Kawishiwi River Triangle Northern Loop from Snowbank Southern Loop From Snowbank Loop through Parent and Disappointment LakesĮxploring the Number Chain Wilder / Fire Lake Trip from Lake One Horse Lake Loop Exploration of Basswood LakeĮastern Loop through Ensign Lake and Beyond Basswood / Wind Lake Loop Exploration of Moose Lake

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