Voyageurs National Park Winter Equipment Rentals
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.
Notifications and Alerts
Voyageurs National Park will be offering the following winter equipment rentals for FREE at these events:
January 23, 2026: Snowshoes will be offered for free during the evening Candlelight Snowshoe Hike at Rainy Lake Visitor Center, which is part of the local Icebox Days event.
February 14 & 15, 2026: Cross-country skis and snowshoes will be offered for free all day from the Rainy Lake Visitor Center as a part of the Boreal Stargazing Week events.
Need to Know
- Hours of Operation
Rental purchases are good for a single use Friday through Monday from the Rainy Lake Visitor Center 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. Contact 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 half of January.
Changes and Cancellations
Please note that this is not a tour; rental ticket reservations are for recreation equipment from the Rainy Lake Visitor Center 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
- Rainy Lake Snowshoe Rental - Adult (17 & Up)
- Rainy Lake Snowshoe Rental - Youth (16 & Under)
- Rainy Lake Cross-Country Ski Rental - Adult (17 & Up)
- Rainy Lake Cross-Country Ski Rental - Youth (16 & Under)
