A search summary of Forest Service and Recreation.gov pages says a Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness permit carries a recreation fee of $16 per adult and $8 per youth for the trip plus a $6 non-refundable reservation fee, and that the Superior National Forest proposed raising the adult fee to $40 and the youth fee to $20 (public comments closed September 2, with no confirmed final decision we could find). Some west-side entry points were reported closed in 2026, so check the Forest Service list. We did not read the permit page itself.
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Best for | Wilderness canoeing |
| Trade-offs | Permit rules and fees in flux; closures; details via a search summary |
| Getting around | Plan on a car and an outfitter; we verified no transit |
| Key places | None verified |
| Nearby | Duluth |
What to see and do
Fees are from search summaries of Forest Service and Recreation.gov pages (read October 20, 2026); verify the current fee and open entry points on Recreation.gov before booking.
Practical notes
See transportation for the transit facts we verified and the hotels guide for how lodging taxes work. Hours, prices and access rules change; confirm with each venue.