Official site for the Superior NF - MN. Offering over 445,000 acres of surface water across 3,000,000 acres. Photo Credit: USDA FS photo

Duluth, Minnesota
Joined April 2010
Developed & rustic campgrounds are transitioning to seasonal closures. Gates at rec sites will be locked until spring. Campgrounds will have no services–garbage, recycling, water, or power. Sites with no fees/services are on a 1st-come, 1st-served basis. fs.usda.gov/.../seasonal-clo…
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Public Open House: Today from 4-6 p.m., at Schaap Community Center, 7401 Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais. Come learn and talk with staff about the Poplar Lake Area vegetation fuels reduction project–Shokoshoe.
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SuperiorNF retweeted
In case you missed it, the 2026-2027 winter outlook from the Climate Prediction Center is here. For the Northland, odds are strongly in favor of warmer than normal temperatures. Want more details? Check out this video: youtube.com/watch?v=VDbiCvh5…
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East zone fire staff plan on pile burning beginning today, thru Thursday, Oct. 22nd, depending on weather & staffing conditions. Atlas, Caribou Rock, & Squint units are in the mid-trail area of the Gunflint Trl, & ~ 115 acres. Maps on Inciweb: inciweb.wildfire.gov/.../mns…...
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Next chance of rain Thursday, with a couple snowflakes possibly mixing in Friday morning. Expect gusty northwest winds Friday. Very chilly temperatures Saturday morning before we return to a warming trend.
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Fall in Minnesota, you betcha! At Voyageurs National Park, that means cooler days, fewer crowds, less mosquitos, and a chance to catch the northern lights dancing over the Land of 10,000 Lakes.
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NOTICE: New Post-Wildfire Forest Closure Order, effective Oct. 1, reopens 4 BWCAW entry points that were temporarily closed along the Echo Trail & additional campsites. Order, maps, and other info on: fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/ale….
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Ranger district offices & Supervisor's Office will be closed Thursday, October 1, 2026 for an all-employee event. Seasonal business hours begin October 1–April 30, 2027, with district offices open Tuesday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
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NOTICE–The parking lot for BWCAW #23 Mudro LK & #22 Mudro Lake-Restricted will close for construction Oct. 1, 2026, at Forest Rd 459/Grassy Lake Rd. There is alternate parking at Nels Lake (FR 1881) & Cloquet Line Rd (FR 1036). More info: fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/ale…
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Seasonal Superior National Forest office hours beginning October 1. More information: fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/off…
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Happy Birthday, Woodsy Owl! 🦉💚 Thanks for inspiring generations to “Give a Hoot, Don’t Pollute” & care for our national forests & public lands. Here’s to another year of spreading stewardship, kindness, & conservation. Give a hoot, lend a hand and care for the land today!
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This #NationalPreparednessMonth2026, take steps to protect your home & community from wildfire. One of the most effective ways to reduce wildfire risk is to create defensible space between your home & surrounding vegetation. Learn more athttps://www.ready.gov/wildfires
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Day trip in the BWCAW? Check current conditions & fill out a self-issue permit before you hit the water or trail. Self-issue permits are at entry points kiosks & Forest offices. Current conditions information available at: fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/con…
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A nice campfire is the perfect setting to enjoy these summer nights before back to school with the family, but always remember to correctly put your fire out when to leave you're done. #OnlyYouCanPreventWildfires
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NOTICE: Lk Jeanette Campground, boat launch, & dispersed sites remain temporarily CLOSED from the Sioux Fire. Fire crews continue to do fuels reduction work along the Echo Trail; expect delays of up to 1 hr. For other rec opportunities please see fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/rec…
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New Wildfire– Mueller Fire, located on the southeast side of Mueller Lake along the shoreline, Gunflint Ranger District. Size–Approximately 0.10 acre. Firefighters are responding to conduct full suppression activities. 📷: Forest Service photo
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Notice: Last evening, 2 new lightning wildfires starts were reported. Aircraft & firefighters are suppressing. • Hanson Lk~ 0.25 ac, between Slim Lake & North Arm of Burntside. Managed by SNF • North Lake~0.25 acres. NW of Thumb Fire. Managed by the July Lightning Complex Team.
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Select recreation sites will July 31 for public use. Fenske Lake, Lake Jeanette & Fall Lake—will remain closed while fire crews continue suppression work. See the full list of reopened sites & more: here: fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/ale…
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Notice: Portions of the BWCAW will reopen for day & overnight use on July 31, after evaluating current fire activity, weather conditions, & available resources. For maps & more information on the Phase 3 partial reopening, please visit: fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/ale…
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Heading outside? Don’t get roasted.☀ • Slap on that SPF 30+ • Stay hydrated (like actually drink water) • Rock your sun‑safe gear • Check the UV index • Take shade breaks like it’s your full‑time job Protect your skin, protect your vibes. 🌿✨
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