The Brief Some parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are opening for day use for people who obtain a permit. Day-use access in some areas of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is opening for visitors who obtain a permit from the U.S. Forest Service. Limited access granted to Boundary Waters Canoe Area WildernessTimeline:Beginning on Monday, July 27, day-use permits will open for visitor use of select BWCAW entry points in Cook County. Overnight access permits will remain canceled through Wednesday, July 29, and no overnight camping is allowed. "If there is no major wildfire activity this weekend, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness might partially open for overnight camping next week," Stroberg said.