It is said that the wilderness is the last place where the rich and poor both sleep under the same stars. Fortunately, it’s possible to plan a low budget adventure to the Boundary Waters Wilderness, especially if you camp out and avoid hotels and restaurants, which are few and far between once you enter the wild. Permits for the Boundary Waters cost $16 per adult, and $8 per child, so getting access to the area shouldn’t break the bank. The highest costs for most visitors are those involved with getting there and back home, so try to book cheap flights ahead of time or incorporate your visit into a larger road trip around the area.