Click here to find the latest updates on the Minnesota and Canadian wildfires, air quality, Voyageurs National Park alerts, and travel information.

Archives: Things to Do

Snowmobiling

A group of people riding snowmobiles along a snow-covered trail near Rainy Lake in Minnesota, surrounded by tall pine trees in a winter forest. The riders are wearing helmets and winter gear. | Rainy Lake, MN

For snowmobilers seeking exceptional trails, International Falls/Rainy Lake and within Voyageurs National Park is a must-visit. The International Voyageurs Snowmobile Club meticulously maintains 158 miles of groomed trails, widely considered some of […]

Geocaching

A wooden shelter with a metal frame covers informational display boards featuring black-and-white historical photos and text about Rainy Lake. The structure stands on a concrete base, with grass and a stone wall in the Minnesota background. | Rainy Lake, MN

Geocaching is a world treasure hunt that uses GPS coordinates to find hidden containers, or “caches,” tucked away in parks, trails, and scenic spots. Download the Geocaching® app, choose a […]

Rainy Lake Visitor Center

A light-colored building with a peaked roof is surrounded by green trees near Minnesota's Rainy Lake. Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting shadows on the paved walkway leading to the entrance. | Rainy Lake, MN

Open year-round, the Rainy Lake Visitor Center is the only visitor center in Voyageurs National Park accessible in every season, making it a perfect starting point for your adventure. Check […]

International Falls Bass Championship

A trailer with "Bass Championship" graphics is parked on grass near a large white event tent at Rainy Lake, Minnesota. Blue banners with fishing images and the words "COME" are attached to the tent, set against trees and a blue sky. | Rainy Lake, MN

Held every August, the International Falls Bass Championship features exciting public weigh-ins at Smokey Bear Park, where anglers bring in their catches and spectators can watch the action, cheer on […]

Rod Smith Memorial Pond

A wooden dock extends over Minnesota’s calm Rainy Lake, surrounded by lush green trees under a clear blue sky, with picnic tables and a shaded shelter on the grassy riverbank. | Rainy Lake, MN

The Rod Smith Memorial Kids Fishing Pond is a family-friendly spot designed to introduce young anglers to fishing. Stocked regularly by the Rainy Lake Sportfishing Club, the pond offers easy […]

Voyageurs Outfitters

A red and silver Voyageurs Outfitters boat is docked at a marina on Rainy Lake, Minnesota, surrounded by other boats, with calm water and trees in the background at sunset. | Rainy Lake, MN

Voyageurs Outfitters is a full-service outfitter on Rainy Lake, helping visitors explore Voyageurs National Park by water. Whether you’re looking for a guided experience or planning your own adventure, they […]

Big Falls Horse Camp

A group of people ride horses in a line through a sunlit, dusty field near Minnesota’s Rainy Lake, with a cowboy in a plaid shirt and hat in the foreground. Trees and more riders complete the scenic background. | Rainy Lake, MN

Big Falls Horse Camp is a rider-friendly camping option located in Koochiching County, 40 miles south of the Rainy Lake area. Set along the Bigfork River, the camp offers six […]

Border Bob’s

A large brick building near Rainy Lake, Minnesota, with green and red decor features signs for gifts, souvenirs, sport apparel, and wildlife art. Flags line the exterior, and signs advertise dry ice and wildlife rules under an overcast sky. | Rainy Lake, MN

Located at the gateway to Canada, Border Bob’s is famously known as the last building in the United States and a must-stop for visitors to International Falls. This longtime local […]