The other visitor centers are open during the summer with limited hours off-season. Paul or Duluth are the nearest airports. CAR - Minnesota Hwy 95 and Wisconsin Hwy 35 parallel the lower stretches. Wisconsin Hwy 63 the upper stretches.
Thunderstorms are common in the summer.
Winters are severe, with heavy snowfall and sub-zero temperatures. All visitor centers are accessible. The Indianhead hiking trail in St. Croix Falls, WI is accessible. Some picnic area and campsites are accessible, please contact visitor centers for details. Getting Around Personal vehicle, canoe, kayak, powerboat, or tour boats.