A new law takes effect today that allows visitors to carry firearms in Voyageur's National Park.
The new federal law makes possession of firearms in national parks subject to the firearms laws of the state and communities where the parks are located.
Minnesota laws prohibit the possession of rifles, shotguns or BB guns in public places such as the Park, but park staff say they've been working with government officials to ensure that they clearly understand the provisions of the laws that will now apply to visitors.
Hunting in the park is still prohibited, and guns will not be allowed on the tour boats or in the visitor centres.
