U.S. Forest Service-Superior National Forest

06/23/2026

Notice of upcoming road work, beginning this week on County Road 116 (Echo Trail):

*Forest Road 1873–Sioux River Landing
*Forest Road 206–Moose River North
*Forest Road 464–Moose Loop

Please anticipate trucks hauling gravel, culvert work and other road construction and exercise caution. All BWCAW entry points via these roads remain open and accessible. Roads will be signed alerting visitors. Project will conclude in a few weeks with favorable weather. Thanks for your patience during these projects.

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

Help shape the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness’ cancellation policy. We’re proposing a modified, user‑focused refund schedule that rewards canceling early so others can go. The draft was developed with input from the BWCAW Collaborative and is now out for public comment through July 22. ➡ Read the proposal and comment: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/newsroom/releases

***Comments left on this, and other social media posts are not accepted as part of the public commenting process. Visit the link above to submit official comments.

📷: Forest Service photo

06/22/2026

Ticks can be as small as a poppy seed. There are five ticks in this photo. Can you spot them?

Steps to protect against ticks:
1. Dress in light-colored long sleeves and tuck your pants into your socks.
2. Apply EPA-approved repellent (like DEET or picaridin) to skin and treat clothing with permethrin.
3. Always walk in the center of trails, and shower and do a full-body check as soon
as you get home.

Learn more about protecting yourself
from ticks when enjoying your national forests and grasslands: https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/know-before-you-go/ticks

06/19/2026

Most Superior National Forest offices will be closed today in observance of the federal holiday, but national forests and grasslands remain open for your enjoyment.

The Tofte Ranger District visitor services office will be open today from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/offices/tofte-ranger-district

Stay safe, pack out what you pack in and enjoy your big backyard!

06/18/2026

Isolated strong storms are possible across parts of the region Friday. The main timing for these storms will be from the early afternoon into the evening. While widespread severe weather is not expected, a few strong (non-severe) storms could produce small hail up to penny-sized (0.75") and gusty winds up to 40-50 mph.

Whether you are camping, boating, or have outdoor plans, please stay weather-aware and have a plan for safe shelter. Make sure you have a reliable way to receive warning information both at home and outdoors! Stay updated at weather.gov/duluth.

06/18/2026

Thank you to the 20 members of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers and organizer Timo Rova for brushing and clearing the St Louis River Hunter Walking Trail, located on the Laurentian Ranger District. In addition to that group, current and retired staff from the Superior National Forest and the Minnesota Fish & Wildlife also helped trail clearing.

The hunter walking trail was developed by former Laurentian Wildlife Biologist Dan Ryan, who worked with timber, silviculture, and recreation staff to enhance local wildlife habitat and hunting opportunities through active management using diverse, small timber sales. Once those projects were completed, the trail was built in cooperation with Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society in the 1990s. https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/recreation/trails/st-louis-river-hunter-walking-trail


📷: Forest Service photo

06/17/2026

June 17,2026 Road and Bridge Construction Update

FR 152–South Brule River Bridge Replacement: Work is scheduled to start this week with erosion control and bypass construction. Access past the bridge will be maintained throughout the project.

FR 313–Shoe Lake Road Reconstruction: Work scheduled to begin this week with gravel hauling, followed by culvert installation. Anticipate multi-day closures during culvert installation, which could occur July-September as work allows.

Thanks for your patience and understanding as we work to repair and maintain Superior NF roads and infrastructure.

06/16/2026

Thank you Great River Greening! 🌲

06/15/2026