News Release

Voyageurs National Park Announces Winter Visitor Center Hours and Activities

Date: December 9, 2024
Contact: Kate Severson, [phone]

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. — Voyageurs National Park is pleased to announce the winter schedule for its visitor centers, equipment rentals, and special events.

Rainy Lake Visitor Center:

• Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays starting Jan. 10, 2025, through March 30.
• Hours 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Special holiday hours: Open Saturday, Dec. 14, and Saturday, Dec. 21, for holiday shopping at the park gift store from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center:

• Open Saturdays and Sundays starting Jan. 11, 2025, through March 30.
• Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Winter Equipment Rentals:

• Rental equipment pickup is only available during visitor center operating hours.
• Rates: $10 per pair for adults and $5 per pair for youth (16 and under).
• Beginning Jan. 1, cross-country ski and snowshoe rentals can be made online through the Voyageurs National Park Winter Equipment Rentals webpage.
• For more details about winter equipment rentals and instructions for online reservations, visit our Winter Activities webpage.

Upcoming Events:

The park’s rental equipment is free to use at these special events!

• *UPDATE* Candlelight Snowshoe Hike: Saturday, Jan. 18, at 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. as part of Ice Box Days starting at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center
• Skiing with the Polar Polers: Saturday, Feb. 15, at 1 p.m. at Black Bay Trailhead

Regardless of visitor center hours, access to the park is free and remains open year-round. Park staff invite visitors to explore the breathtaking beauty of Voyageurs National Park in winter. Venture outdoors to experience the snowy splendor of the northern landscape.