Is the Gunflint Trail in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area?
The Gunflint Trail itself is not in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA), but surrounded by it. Self-issuing day permits are available at trail heads for those who wish to hike, canoe, fish, ski, snowshoe or picnic in the BWCA. (Motorized vehicles and bicycles are not allowed in the wilderness area.) For overnight camping and canoeing trips, you must obtain a permit based upon a specific entry point and route; contact your resort, outfitter, or click here for more information.
The Gunflint Trail itself is not in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA), but surrounded by it. Self-issuing day permits are available at trail heads for those who wish to hike, canoe, fish, ski, snowshoe or picnic in the BWCA. (Motorized vehicles and bicycles are not allowed in the wilderness area.) For overnight camping and canoeing trips, you must obtain a permit based upon a specific entry point and route; contact your resort, outfitter.
