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The BWCAW contains over 1,200 miles of canoe routes, 12 hiking trails and over 2,000 designated campsites. This area was set aside in 1926 to preserve its primitive character and made a part of the National Wilderness Preservation System in 1964 with subsequent legislation in 1978.
Permits are required for groups to enter the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) during all seasons. Between May 1st and September 30th, permits need to be reserved and are limited by day and by entry point to reduce impact on the wilderness.
Do you need a permit to explore the Boundary Waters! Permits are always required to enter the Boundary Waters. But from May 1 through September 30, everyone taking an overnight camping, hiking or canoe trip of any kind needs to have a quota permit. Here, we’ll help you find a route and get a permit!
Permits & Regulations. The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) permit reservations for the 2024 quota season, May 1 – September 30, will be available beginning at 9:00 a.m. CST on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Visitors are encouraged to book their reservations online at www.recreation.gov/. Reservations may also be made by calling 1 ...
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) permit reservations for the 2024 quota season, May 1 – September 30, will be available beginning at 9:00 a.m. CST on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Visitors are encouraged to book their reservations online at www.recreation.gov/.
BWCA Information! Permits for 2024 are required through September and are available on a first come, first served basis. 2025 permits are project to be available starting at 9 A.M. on Wed. January 29th, 2025.
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Permits are required year-round for all day and overnight visits to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Different types of permits and related fees may apply, depending on the date, point of entry, mode of travel, and nature of your group.
Self Issued permits are available from kiosks at BWCAW entry points and Forest Service offices (no reservation required and no recreation fees). Self Issued permits are required for non-motorized day use visitors year-round and for all overnight visitors entering the BWCAW from October 1 – April 30.
Securing an entry permit is the key to adventure in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). It’s not just a rule; it’s a way to protect this pristine wilderness for everyone. To plan your entry, you need to reserve your spot.
Before embarking on your Boundary Waters journey, you must obtain a permit. The BWCAW operates on a quota system, limiting the number of people allowed in each area to preserve the wilderness experience.