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Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
1393 Hwy 169 E, Ely, MN 55731
Nature preserve🪢 Leash required
1,100,000 acres · 1200 miles of trails
⭐ 4.9
4,810 reviews
In this 1.1-million-acre wilderness near Ely, dogs join permitted canoe routes with leashes at portages and campsites. Features offer water access and parking. Secure a permit and life jackets for water travel.
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- Park
- Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Ely, Minnesota
- Coordinates
- 47.9036, -91.5097
- Size
- 1,100,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 1200
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers
- Visitor rating
- 4.9 / 5 (4,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.3 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:No
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
7.3/ 10
Great vibes
- · ★ 4.9 from 4,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · 1,100,000 acres of room
- · 1200 miles of trail
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Dog policy
1.1-million-acre wilderness with 1,200+ miles of canoe routes. Dogs allowed on permits — leashed at portages + campsites.
What this park has
- Water fountains
- Parking
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