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Entry Point #25

Don't miss your chance to paddle from Moose Lake. We monitor Recreation.gov 24/7 and email you the moment a permit becomes available.

Where is Moose Lake?

The black marker shows Moose Lake. Grey markers show nearby entry points you might also consider.

When can you get a Moose Lake permit?

Weekend availability at Moose Lake varies by month. The earlier a month typically sells out, the sooner you'll want to book it.

Month Typical weekend outlook
May 2026 Often available all season
June 2026 Usually gone by May
July 2026 Usually gone by July
August 2026 Usually gone by April
September 2026 Often available all season

Based on the 2026 permit season tracked on Recreation.gov. For each entry point we follow its most popular weekend entry dates (Thursday-Saturday) and estimate when they typically reach about 80% booked. 'Usually gone by March' means you generally need to book by then; 'Often available all season' means weekend dates usually stay open. Cancellations free up permits all season too, so set a free alert to catch them.

How BWCA Permit Alerts Work

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Pick Your Dates

Choose the dates you want to enter at Moose Lake.

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We Monitor 24/7

Our system checks Recreation.gov around the clock for cancellations.

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Get Notified Instantly

When a permit opens up, we email you so you can book it fast.

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Moose Lake Permit FAQs

How do I get a permit for Moose Lake?

BWCA quota permits are released on Recreation.gov a few months ahead, and the popular dates go fast. Pick your entry date — and if Moose Lake is already taken, we'll keep watching it for you.

What if Moose Lake is sold out?

Sold out isn't the end. People cancel reservations all season, and the moment a permit for Moose Lake (Entry Point #25) frees up, we email you so you can grab it.

How fast do I need to act on an alert?

Fast. A cancelled permit can be re-booked within minutes, so we send your alert the instant we see the opening. Book as soon as you get it.

What does it cost?

Watching one entry point is free. If you want to track several trips at once, there's a paid plan — but start free and see if we're useful first.

When's the best time to paddle from Moose Lake?

Permit season runs May through September, and summer weekends are the most competitive. Dates in May and September are usually easier to land.

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Check permit availability for peak BWCA paddling season.

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