The best running trails in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

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Running in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Powwow Trail run — Lake County	Intermediate 01:02 8.61km
Whale Lake – Eagle Mountain loop from Grand Marais	Expert 01:35 10.5km
Bass Lake Trail run loop — Lake County	Intermediate 01:08 9.24km

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Powwow Trail run — Lake County
01:02
8.61km
7:15/km
20m
20m
Intermediate
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Whale Lake – Eagle Mountain loop from Grand Marais
01:35
10.5km
8:59/km
160m
160m
Expert
5
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Bass Lake Trail run loop — Lake County
01:08
9.24km
7:24/km
80m
80m
Intermediate
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Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.