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• Boundary Waters ( BWCA ) & Canoeing

  You spent the last three days paddling to this perfect place, and now it's time to relax. There's no place on earth like the Boundary Waters Canoe Area ( BWCA ).

  

• Exploring the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

  Situated within Superior National Forest in northeastern Minnesota, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) is a vast preserve of lakes and woods that stretches for about 100 miles along the U.S. border with Canada.

  

• Minnesota Puts Out Welcome Mat for RVs

  With 34,000 campsites in almost 800 campgrounds, Minnesota is almost custom-made for camping and touring by RV.

  

• State Park Stays: Now You Can Reserve a Year Ahead

  All Minnesota State Parks camping and lodging reservations may now be made up to one year in advance, allowing travelers to make plans to stay at a park earlier than under the previous policy. Visitors may book next year's camping vacation during or soon after this year's trip, while their favorite places and campsite is fresh in their mind.

  

• Firewood Movement and Forest Pests

  Important information and resources on firewood and forest pests from the Department of Natural Resources.

  

• Camping Checklist

  A list of basic items to bring on a camping trip.