Visitor Experience and Park Improvements
As a water-based National Park, Voyageurs is challenging to access and experience without significant resources or boat transportation.
Voyageurs Conservancy is committed to expanding sustainable access, improving visitor education and recreation opportunities, and growing community connection to the park, so that Voyageurs is truly a place for all to enjoy.
Current Programs
Improving Visitor Access
Voyageurs Conservancy funds projects that make recreation more accessible at Voyageurs National Park. Proud achievements include the fully accessible Rainy Lake Fishing Pier, Mukooda Hiking Trail, Ellsworth Rock Garden improvements, and the new Kettle Falls Falls overlook.
Trail & Campsite Rehabilitation
In partnership with the National Park Service, Voyageurs Conservancy works to improve backcountry trails, campsites, and accessibility at major launch sites. The Conservancy funds youth crews that conduct trail maintenance and campsite rehabilitation. Recent successes include the Mukooda Hiking Trail in the southeastern portion of Voyageurs National Park.
Historic & Cultural Preservation
Voyageurs Conservancy value the cultural heritage of the region. The Conservancy provides funding for priority projects as needed. With support from our members, the Conservancy recently funded a large assessment of 450+ known archaeological sites in Voyageurs National Park after historic flooding and the Jun Fujita Cabin on Rainy Lake.
Visitor Experiences
Together with the National Park Service and other partners, Voyageurs Conservancy hosts year-round programs and events that provide park experiences for adults, families, and kids. We balance accessibility, enjoyment, and safety with preservation of the park’s magnificent lands, waterways, and historical features. Join us at an upcoming program!
Support this Work
Voyageurs Conservancy members value the cultural heritage of the region. Join our community of dedicated supporters who ensure the park is accessible to all, ecologically sound, and remains a site of archaeological significance
