Border Route Trail

This trail is 53 miles long and is a part of the BWCAW.

· A permit is required.

· Day trips and off-season overnight: Follow directions on the self-issuing permit in the box at the trailhead. Special rules apply, so read the permit carefully.

· Overnight during visitor season, May - September: Do not use self-issuing permit. Obtain an overnight permit from a Forest Service office or outfitter.

· Limit of 9 people in a group.

· No cans or bottles.

· Overnight hikers must camp at a campsite (see map) or at least 150 feet from the trail or lakeshore.

· Fires, when allowed, only in the fire grates at campsites.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Several sections of trail have already been cleared of downed trees, but others have not been cleared yet. Plan for obscured trails and bring a compass and map or GPS with you.
Fees:	For overnight travel in this area from May 1st to September 30th there is a fee for your permit. For more informaiton look at the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness section of this website. You can make a reservation at http://www.recreation.gov
Permit Info:	Border Route Trail-East: BWCAW entry point #83. Border Route Trail-Center: BWCAW entry point #82. Border Route Trail-West: BWCAW entry point #81.
Usage:	Light
Restrictions:	For rules and regulations, see the BWCAW Trip Planning Guide.