Supporting uniquely adapted plants and animals, park wetlands are being restored for wild rice and other native vegetation to thrive.
Few things are as old as the rocks in Voyageurs. These 2.7 billion old rocks lie right at the earth's surface for all to see and touch.
Melding at horizon, water, air, and sky become one in the interconnected ecosystems of Voyageurs.
Sun-basking otters, stately bald eagles, howling wolves, prehistoric sturgeon, and hundreds of other animals inhabit Voyageurs' habitats.
Pink lady's slippers show off among over 1000 plant species found in the park as northern hardwood forest transitions to southern boreal.
Invasive species not only can harm native species and ecosystems but also may have recreational and economic impacts on humans.
For millennia, fire has been vital in rejuvenating forests. Today balancing fire, forest health, and visitor use is essential in Voyaguers.
Behind the scenes, park scientists monitor natural and cultural resources, keeping them safe for now and for the future.
As a changing climate is changing Voyageurs, the park is monitoring and mitigating the impacts.
Last updated: March 20, 2023
Voyageurs National Park Headquarters 360 Hwy 11 East International Falls, MN 56649
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