Frequently Asked Questions About Superior National Forest
Is there a fee to get into Superior National Forest?
There is no fee to get into Superior National Forest. However, there are permits required for recreational activities such as paddling in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness or using certain day-use sites.
Does Superior National Forest offer free camping sites?
Yes, Superior National Forest offers free camping sites. There are several free rustic campgrounds that include outhouses, picnic tables, and fire rings but no water or garbage cans. Most of the forest outside of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is also open for dispersed camping, which is free as well.
Is there a limit to how long you can camp in Superior National Forest?
Yes, there is a limit to how long you can camp in Superior National Forest. You can camp for up to fourteen consecutive nights in one spot, and thirty consecutive total nights within the forest boundary. You need to leave the forest for at least one night after that before you return.
Do you need a permit to fish or hunt in Superior National Forest?
Yes, you need a permit to hunt in the Superior National Forest. Anyone 16 and up is required to have a Minnesota fishing license to fish in Superior National Forest.
What type of wildlife lives in Superior National Forest?
Wildlife living in the Superior National Forest includes deer, gray wolves, loons, Canadian lynx, eagles, moose, and black bears. There is a variety of birds and fish in the forest lakes and streams as well.