Keep it Wild
Keep it Wild – A Boundary Waters Early-Season Ice Report
Round Lake ice conditions, Nov. 21, 2025
Andy McDonnell of Tuscarora Lodge and Outfitters shares his observations about current ice conditions in the Round Lake area, 47 miles up the Gunflint Trail. He also talks about ice safety and preparing for early-winter travel in the BWCAW.
For information on ice safety and travel recommendations visit the MN DNR Ice Safety page.
To hear more about winter travel in the Boundary Waters listen to this segment of Keep it Wild.
Keep it Wild is supported in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
