Ranger-curated one-day highlights itinerary for Voyageurs National Park.
Itinerary
Ranger-curated paddle-and-boat day focused on calm bays and key island stops.
Rainy Lake Visitor Center + watercraft check-in
Confirm permits, motor restrictions, and wind forecast.
Ask about calm routes for the morning wind window.
Paddle Rainy Lake island loop
The Rainy Lake Recreation Trail offers visitors a peaceful experience as it meanders along the park road, into the woods, and around rock outcrops. This paved trail is a great option for leashed pets, bicyclists, walkers, runners, and snowshoers to take in the views of forest, lake, and marsh scenery. It is a non-strenuous, accessible trail that requires about 1.5 hours round trip to complete.
Morning paddle in protected bays.
Stay near shore if winds pick up.
Ellsworth Rock Gardens (water taxi)
Reserve a water taxi in advance.
Allow extra time for boarding and dock approach.
Sunset at Kabetogama Lake shoreline
This short handicap accessible trail takes you through a pine forest to a viewpoint where you can sit on a bench and see Kabetogama Lake framed by the trees.
Quiet shoreline with open sky.
Arrive early for parking and a calm view.
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