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Superior National Forest
Welcome Spring With Us!
After a funky winter we are ready to embrace Spring! Come explore our forest landscapes, trails, rivers, lakes, and more as spring pops around the Superior National Forest!
Superior National Forest in Minnesota's Arrowhead
Your Northland National Forest
Established in 1909, the three-million acre Superior National Forest is the largest national forest east of the Mississippi River. The Forest is located at the southernmost edge of the boreal forest ecosystem and is home to thousands of clean lakes, rocky landscapes, iconic megafauna, colorful fall foliage and has a rich cultural history. Within the bounds of the Forest is the beloved one million-acre Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Bordered by Canada, Lake Superior and Voyageurs National Park, there's truly a superior experience waiting for you.
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Recreation
Whatever you love to do, come explore with us.
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Camping
From cabins to backcountry camping or Wilderness camping, find your place under the stars on the Forest.
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Learn About Dark Sky
Discover the wonders of the night! National Forests offer a respite from urban light pollution for recreational star gazers!
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Plan Ahead for Your Trip
Recent News
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Spring Prescribed Fires Start on the Superior National Forest
Release Date: Apr 19, 2024 Duluth, Minn
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Tread Lightly Reminder for Spring Trail & Road Use
Release Date: Apr 11, 2024 Duluth, Minn
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New BWCAW Collaborative holds Kick-off meeting
Release Date: Apr 10, 2024 Duluth, Minn
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Public Open Houses for Developing Forest Plan Amendment of Management Direction for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW)
Release Date: Apr 9, 2024 Duluth, Minn
Features
Collaboration Helps Boost Moose Habitat Across NE Minnesota
Multiple partners, agencies, and tribes come together to enhance and protect moose.
Superior NF BWCAW Portage Replacements earn 2023 National Wilderness Award
Superior NF BWCAW Portage Replacements earn 2023 National Wilderness Award for best use of ‘Traditional Skills & Minimum Tool Leadership’
Award Winning Portage replacements in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness funded by Great American Outdoors Act, BWCAW use permit fees (Recreation Enhancement Act), the Timber Sales Pipeline Restoration Fund, and Secure Rural Schools grants.
Spotlights
Superior’s wilderness area world-recognized for its starry night sky
Stargazers seeking an increasingly rare sight, a nighttime sky free from light pollution and twinkling with visible stars — can visit the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Know Before You Go
Know what to expect before your visit.
Timber Sales
See timber sale information.
Fire Information
Learn more about fire information on the Forest.
