Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

The number available this year have been cut after increased visitation that's led to congestion and damage to natural resources.

Visitors have been cutting down trees and have been forced to compete for campsites.

The stated goal is to protect the "unique natural wonder" of the BWCAW.

Wet, cooler weather has helped moderate fire behavior.

Rain and cooler temperatures have helped crews battle wildfires in northern Minnesota.

Existing fires grew and more fires have popped up.

This comes as the Greenwood fire doubles in size to over 9,000 acres.

Visitors to the forest and BWCAW will be required to 'properly' store their food.

The home's wall of windows affords views of McFarland Lake and the wilderness.

The campfire ban applies to all campsites in the forest, including those in the BWCAW.

He and another man were canoeing when a severe storm pushed through the area.

Officials are worried the Canadian fires could spread to the U.S.

The closures will begin Saturday and last for at least seven days or until the situation is resolved.

The main motivation for the theft was snacks, rather than weaponry.

Firefighters are currently working to suppress four wildfires in the area.

The agency had been requiring permit seekers to watch educational videos.

Ely made the annual list released by the magazine.

Crews used a helicopter to help locate hotspots Thursday morning.

Responders say it is about 30% contained at this point.

The fire is estimated to be more than 900 acres in size.