Campground · MN
Voyageurs National Park Camping Permits
Voyageurs National Park Camping Permits is generally hard to book. Across the 7 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in June (9/10) and eases to its lowest in April (2/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (June), arrivals are lightest on Tuesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 7 accessible sites
Activities: TUBING, VISITOR CENTER, WATER SKIING, WILDERNESS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, PHOTOGRAPHY, BOATING, CANOEING, SAILING, SNOWMOBILE TRAILS, SNOWSHOEING, SLEDDING, SNOW TUBING, STAR GAZING, SWIMMING, BACKPACKING, BERRY PICKING, BIRDING, CAMPING, CROSS COUNTRY SKIING, DAY USE AREA, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, HIKING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, KAYAKING, ICE FISHING, PICNICKING, PADDLING, FISHING
How much does it cost to camp at Voyageurs National Park Camping Permits?
Reservation Fee: $10 (non-refundable) per transaction. Camping Use Fee: See Facility Rates section (above). Entrance Fee: Voyageurs National Park does not charge an entrnace fee. HOW TO MAKE A RESERVATION: Reservations can be made online or through the call center at (877) 444-6777 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. CST March 1 - October 31, and from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. CST November 1- February 28. Reservations for peak seasons (Friday before Minnesota fishing opener through October 15) go on sale the previous November 15th at 9:00 a.m. CST. Reservations for non-peak seasons (October 16 through the Thursday before MN fishing opener) go on sale the previous April 15th at 9:00 a.m. CST.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.