BWCA camping ban extended to July 29
- Posted on July 27, 2026
- By Star Tribune
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In brief
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness extends its overnight camping restrictions through July 29 as federal authorities work to restore visitor access. Officials are planning to reopen 37 additional entry points, potentially unlocking more than 400,000 acres for backcountry camping. This phased reopening approach reflects ongoing efforts to balance recreational access with resource management and safety concerns in this protected wilderness region.
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BWCA camping ban extended to July 29
Federal officials hope to reopen 37 additional entry points, and more than 400,000 acres, in the Boundary Waters to overnight camping.
