Boundary Waters — Frost River Loop
A 60-mile paddle-and-portage loop through the eastern BWCAW — the Frost, Cherokee, and Long Island waters.
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- Region
- Minnesota, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Boreal lakes (500 m)
- Best season
- May – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Sea Kayaking
- Beachcombing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Boreal lakes (500 m)
- Best season: May – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 60-mile paddle-and-portage loop through the eastern BWCAW — the Frost, Cherokee, and Long Island waters.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Boreal lakes (500 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Boundary Waters — Frost River Loop trip tools
Popular pursuits at Boundary Waters — Frost River Loop
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Canoeing
Paddle routes, portages, and put-ins.
- Kayaking
Sheltered and open-water paddling lines.
- Sea Kayaking
Coastal crossings, tides, and protected camps.
- Beachcombing
Tide-line walking between camps.
