Voyageurs National Park Headquarters — Local services in International Falls

Please note I only stayed on kabetogama lake. The smaller lakes in the park may be very different from my experience, but I want give give this as a warning to people who want to stay on kabetogama.

I think this park is great for people driving motorboats around a lake, camping, and fishing. This is NOT a good park for people who enjoy canoeing, kayaking, and peace and quiet. I went there with my girlfriend this past weekend and canoed around the lake. The scenery is lovely and as two geologists we really appreciated some of the spectacular geologic history of this region. However, from just before sunrise until well after sunset all we could hear was motorboats. Several of the craft knew to give our canoe a wide breadth in the lake, but others sped past us dangerously close.

If you are like us and want some quite, stay away from Kabetogama Lake (and maybe this entire park). Isle Royale is not far away and offers much...

This is our least favorite national park. The constant noise of motorboats is a huge minus to the place. It feels almost like a resort where people can bring their boats and fish all day. Nothing too fantastic in terms of views. Rainy Lake visitor center is nice, with informative displays etc., but kabetogama visitor center is basically a big room with a boat launch outside. The hiking trail closest to this center is like walking through a marshland. The trail is slick from the wet soil, is not maintained well, and the bugs are crazy. My guess is that the experience is better with a houseboat. The park's grand tour from rainy Lake is a good way to see the park and learn about...

Great for kids and adults, all ages. We visit from out of town every year and stay with family, when we get cabin fever we come to the Voyageurs HQ for the Local history Museum exhibits coloring activities, complimentary hot chocolate, gift shop & free cross country ski rental for kids and adults. Boat access, picnic tables, short cultural hikes in summertime. All that combined with Immaculate indoor restrooms make it a winner for all ages in all weather. It’s an awesome...