Namakan Island Northeast N55

Voyageurs National Park · Minnesota

Namakan Island Northeast N55 is one of the permitted entry points in Voyageurs National Park on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 75/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.

When permits are released

The entire upcoming summer season (early May through the following spring) goes on sale at once on November 15 at 9:00 AM Central (7:00 AM Pacific). Ten designated short-notice sites (two per lake area) are held back and instead open rolling 7 days before entry. One reservation covers your whole party.

Demand

High demand (75/100)

Dogs

Dogs are allowed in this area.

Popular trails nearby

Frequently asked questions

When do Namakan Island Northeast N55 permits open?

The entire upcoming summer season (early May through the following spring) goes on sale at once on November 15 at 9:00 AM Central (7:00 AM Pacific). Ten designated short-notice sites (two per lake area) are held back and instead open rolling 7 days before entry. One reservation covers your whole party. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.

What if my dates are sold out?

Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add Namakan Island Northeast N55 to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.

How competitive is Namakan Island Northeast N55?

The live demand score is 75/100. Odds of catching an opening are low - most dates book up well ahead.

Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?

No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.

Nearby passes

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