Like many of you, we’re closely monitoring the wildfires burning across northern Minnesota and Canada. Our thoughts are with the communities that have been impacted and the firefighters and emergency personnel working tirelessly to protect lives, homes, businesses, and our beautiful forests.
Current Conditions
Updated: 8/28/26
International Falls, Rainy Lake and Voyageurs National Park remain open and welcoming visitors. While wildfires have affected portions of northern Minnesota and Canada this summer, impacts to our immediate area have been minimal. Aside from some smoke during the first week of the fires, we have not experienced ongoing smoky conditions in the International Falls/Rainy Lake area.
Conditions can change depending on weather and wind direction, so visitors who are sensitive to smoke may still want to check current air quality conditions when planning their trip.
Voyageurs National Park Campfire Ban Lifted
The campfire restrictions in Voyageurs National Park have been lifted on August 24th. Campfires and charcoal fires are once again permitted in designated metal fire rings and grills.
Visitors should continue to use care with all fires, never leave a fire unattended, and make sure it is completely extinguished before leaving the area.
Stay Informed
Wildfire conditions and air quality can change rapidly. We encourage all visitors to check official resources for the latest information before traveling and throughout their stay.
Voyageurs National Park Alerts
https://www.nps.gov/voya/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) – Current Air Quality
https://www.pca.state.mn.us/current-air-quality-conditions
Smoke Outlook
Current Smoke Outlook for Northeast Minnesota
National Weather Service – Duluth Wildfire Information
https://www.weather.gov/dlh/wildfire
InciWeb Wildfire Information
https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/
Minnesota Interagency Fire Center
https://mnics.org
We’ll continue to monitor conditions and share updates as needed. Thank you for doing your part to help protect our forests and for supporting the communities affected by these wildfires.