Welcome to Superior National Forest
Established in 1909, the three-million-acre Superior National Forest is the largest national forest east of the Mississippi River. The Forest is located at the southernmost edge of the boreal forest ecosystem and is home to thousands of clean lakes, rocky landscapes, iconic megafauna, colorful fall foliage and has a rich cultural history. Within the bounds of the Forest is the beloved one-million-acre Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Bordered by Canada, Lake Superior and Voyageurs National Park, there's truly a superior experience waiting for you.
National Visitor Use Monitoring
A hiker enjoys the fall color at Oberg Mountain on the Superior National Forest.
(USDA Forest Service photo by Joanna Gilkeson)October 2025 - September 2026 the Superior NF (Region 9) will be conducting visitor use surveys at recreation trailheads and points of entry.
Highlighted Stories
Nabokov's blue butterfly spreads its wings on a dwarf bilberry bush-Superior National Forest
(USDA Forest Service photo by Ryan Pennesi)A group of 14 dedicated citizen scientists came together to count butterflies at the Plouff Creek site on Superior National Forest this summer....
Recreation Opportunities
Passes and Permits
Maps and Guides
Safety and Ethics
Timber Sales
Fire Prevention and Mitigation
Wilderness
