The Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness is located right on the border with Ontario, and many of the traditional paddling routes actually cross the border into Canada. Some paddlers will be interested in completing a paddle journey across the border between Canada and the United States. It is possible to paddle on both sides of the border, but such a trip requires extra planning and a solid understanding of the rules and regulations regarding international travel in the area. You’ll need to get paddling permits for both sides of the border and report your entry into Canada to the Canadian Authorities.