Voyageurs National Park Winter Equipment Rentals

Voyageurs National Park

The winter landscape of Voyageurs National Park is dominated by crisp white snow blanketing the expansive stretches of frozen lakes and hanging heavy on the pine boughs of the boreal forest. It is a winter wonderland longing to be explored. Whether sticking to groomed trails or venturing out across fresh snow on open frozen lake surfaces, Voyageurs National Park rents out a selection of snowshoes and cross-country skis for visitors to set off on their own adventures.

The winter landscape of Voyageurs National Park is dominated by crisp white snow blanketing the expansive stretches of frozen lakes and hanging heavy on the pine boughs of the boreal forest. It is a winter wonderland longing to be explored. Whether sticking to groomed trails or venturing out across fresh snow on open frozen lake surfaces, Voyageurs National Park rents out a selection of snowshoes and cross-country skis for visitors to set off on their own adventures.

Need to Know

• Hours of Operation

  Rental purchases are good for a single use Friday through Sunday only and are valid between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4 p.m., regardless of the time equipment is checked out.

• Availability

  Due to overlap in youth/adult sizing, inventory may be limited in some sizes. Call the Rainy Lake Visitor Center at (218) 286 - 5258 to inquire about the availability of specific sizes.

• Pets

  Pets are not allowed on park-maintained trails but are welcome on open frozen lake surfaces. All pets must be leashed and attended to while in the park.

• Trail Conditions & Weather

  Up-to-date trail reports can be found on our Alerts & Conditions webpage. 

Booking Windows

Tickets for Voyageurs National Park Winter Equipment Rentals will become available as winter conditions allow, typically in the first week of January.

Changes and Cancellations

•  Please note that this is not a tour; rental ticket reservations are for recreation equipment to be used in a self-guided manner on area trails or lakes.
•  Winter Equipment Rental cancellations must be made by midnight on the day before rental for a refund of all fees except a non-refundable $3 cancellation fee. 
•  No refunds for no-shows, weather, or cancellations made on the arrival day.

Contact Information

Mailing Address

VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK HEADQUARTERS 360 HWY 11 E INTERNATIONAL FALLS MN 56649

Phone Number

(218) 283-6600 OR (218) 286-5258

Available Tours and Tickets

• Snowshoe Rental - Adult ( 17 & Up)
• Snowshoe Rental - Youth (16 & Under)
• Cross-Country Ski Rental - Adult (17 & Up)
• Cross-Country Ski Rental - Youth (16 & Under)

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