Fire Restrictions & Temporary BWCAW Entry Point Closures July 2026

Fire Restrictions & Temporary BWCAW Entry Point Closures July 2026

Updated: 7/16/2026

There are currently active wildfires in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Canada. The closest fire impacting the area is near the end of the Gunflint Trail and the businesses and homes around Sea Gull and Saganga Lakes are currently at SET status. However, the majority of the region remains open. The current impact to the area is air quality, which changes rapidly. The air quality forecasts are expected to improve after Friday. 

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Special Offers

Military Discount

Military Discount

  • November 26, 2024 - December 31, 2027

Receive up to 10% Off Your Stay. Available for all Military ID cardholders. Please present your Military ID at check-in.

Late Summer 4 for 3

Late Summer 4 for 3

  • August 16, 2026 - September 13, 2026

Escape the crowds for a late summer vacation on Lake Superior. Stay four nights between August 17-September 14 and receive one of those nights…

Late Summer 4 for 3

Late Summer 4 for 3

  • August 16, 2026 - September 13, 2026

Make the most of your North Shore getaway with this exclusive lodging offer: Stay three nights and enjoy a fourth night free! Valid AUGUST 16…

Late Summer 4 for 3

Late Summer 4 for 3

  • August 16, 2026 - September 13, 2026

Explore and Experience Minnesota's North Shore at this distinctive retreat on Lake Superior. Stay three nights August 16-September 13, 2026, and…

Fall Senior Weeks - 10% Off

Fall Senior Weeks - 10% Off

  • August 23, 2026 - October 29, 2026

Bluefin Bay Family of Resorts offers a 10% discount to seniors (age 60 and older) midweek during the fall season. The Fall Senior Weeks Special…

Summer/Fall Senior Discount

Summer/Fall Senior Discount

  • August 23, 2026 - October 29, 2026

Seniors (ages 60+) receive 10% off lodging during select August - October dates! • Valid August 23-27 & August 30-September 3 & September 7-10 &…