Alerts
Before visiting the Superior National Forest, there is information you should know about. In the Alerts section you will find information about current conditions and closures on the forest.
We want your visit to be an enjoyable one. By following national forest rules and regulations, your outdoor recreation experience should prove rewarding and other visitors will likewise enjoy their visits. Please visit the rules and regulations page for more information.
Maps and More Information
Interactive Alerts and Closures Map
View the Conditions page for our interactive Alerts and Closures Map and links to weather and road conditions.
Fire Information
Fire Information links are available on the Fire Information page.
Prescribed Burns
Planned prescribed burns are available on the Prescribed Burn page.
Forest Alerts
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Highway 2 Closures: July 7 to October 4
Notice of a 6-week closure of a section of Lake County Hwy 2 beginning at White Pine Picnic area (near Upland Trail/Murphy Creek) and Greenwood Lake public water access.
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Watch for Wildfire Hazards While Recreating
Wildfires can pose risks to firefighters and the public even after they are contained. It is important to use extreme caution and good judgment when in fire-impacted areas due to the ongoing dangers that can be difficult to identify. After the flames, the risk remains.
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Boundary Water Canoe Area Wilderness Permit Issue Station Hours Changing
Office hours for Superior National Forest District Offices have changed. Please make sure to check office hours if you are picking up a Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness permit from the Laurentian, LaCroix, Tofte, or Supervisors offices.
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Gunflint Ranger District Road Damage Alert
Gunflint Ranger District roads, located near Grand Marais, MN, that are impacted and closed include Forest Road 313-Shoe Lake Rd, Forest Road 140-Trout Lake Rd, and Forest Road 325-S. Brule River Rd.
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Devil's Track Tributary Bridge Closure
A trail bridge on the Superior Hiking Trail (SHT) located approximately .4 mile west of the Lindskog Trailhead (Co. Rd 58) has been closed.
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Forest Order 09-09-24-06 Temporary Closure of Forest Road 170 (FR170)
The proposed closure order is needed to temporarily close a section of Forest Road 170 (FR170) “The Grade” surrounding ongoing construction at the crossing of the Cascade River to motorized traffic.
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Forest Order 09-09-24-01: Conditions of Use Restrictions for the Superior
Limits camping at developed sites to 14 days, prohibits camping at Jeanette Lake Island, Birch Lake "TP Island", and Grassy Lake Island; also prohibits using roads for commercial hauling with a permit or written authorization and operating an over-snow vehicle on designated ski trails.
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Forest Order 09-09-24-02: BWCAW Bear Aware Food Storage Order
Prohibitions related to food, food containers, etc. in the Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness Area from March 1 - November 30 of each year.
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Free Wood Permits for Select Storm Damage Sites
The Superior National Forest is extending FREE wood permits from 2023 storm damage in select locations on the Laurentian and Kawishiwi Ranger Districts through September 30, 2025. Each permit is limited to four cords