We recommend the Boundary Waters for first timers and an easier trip. The Quetico is a bit more rugged and better suited for a more challenging route. The cooler months of May and June offer the best fishing, with warm July promising plentiful smallmouth and trophy walleyes. August is generally very warm and ideal for catching those record smallmouth and pike. Refreshing September offers great smallmouth fishing plus the added splendor of nature's beautiful fall colors.
More permits are available during midweek.
Party size is restricted to 9 in the Boundary Waters and 9 in the Quetico. Each party must have a permit.