Voyageurs National Park News Release: Voyageurs National Park Issues Campfire Restrictions

Voyageurs National Park Service shared the following press release on July 12, 2026 regarding new Campfire Restrictions:

Voyageurs National Park Issues Campfire Restrictions

Open fires and charcoal fires prohibited parkwide beginning July 12 at 12:01 a.m.

VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK, Minn. — Due to high fire danger and active wildfires across northeast Minnesota, Voyageurs National Park will implement fire restrictions effective Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. The restrictions will remain in effect until rescinded. The following restrictions will be in effect throughout the park:

Not Allowed:

• Campfires, including within designated fire rings

• Charcoal-fueled fires or grills

Allowed:

• Gas-and propane-fueled camp stoves, grills, or similar devices

Under this restriction, the ignition, building, maintaining, attending, or use of campfires is prohibited within Voyageurs National Park. This includes charcoal grills, barbecues, and any fires fueled by wood or charcoal. Fire danger levels are currently high across the region. These restrictions are being implemented to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires and to align with broader state and regional fire management efforts. Visitors are urged to use caution with any potential ignition sources, including equipment that may produce sparks, dragging trailer chains, and smoking devices.

For the latest updates about fire restrictions in Voyageurs National Park, please visit the park’s Alerts and Conditions webpage or contact park staff www.nps.gov.