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Over 40 BWCA entry points reopening this week as crews continue fighting wildfires
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Cory Knudsen , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A portion of the area, roughly 432,500 acres, will be accessible again.
The Superior National Forest is partially reopening the Boundary Waters Canoe Area this week. A portion of the area, roughly 432,500 acres, will be accessible again. This reopening affects the central and eastern parts of the BWCA, with 41 entry points available for day and overnight use starting Thursday.
Some of the reopened entry points include those on Trout Lake, Seagull Lake, and Saganaga Lake. Further details, including a full list of reopened entry points, are available from the Forest Service. The reopening is limited, as other areas remain closed due to ongoing wildfires.
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Category: safety Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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