{"id":"nps-isro","slug":"isle-royale-national-park","name":"Isle Royale National Park","designation":"National Park","category":"national-park","categoryLabel":"National Park","agency":{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov"},"managedBy":[{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov","unitCode":"ISRO","designation":"National Park","sourceId":"nps-isro"}],"states":["MI"],"stateNames":["Michigan"],"location":{"lat":48.01145819,"lon":-88.82780657},"bbox":[-89.415,47.1222,-88.1748,48.3021],"acres":{"value":548606,"kind":"gis-estimate","source":"Computed from the simplified boundary","note":"Approximate. The managing agency publishes official acreage."},"firstProtected":null,"established":null,"administrations":[],"designationHistory":[],"summary":"Explore a rugged, isolated island far from our connected communities. Isle Royale offers adventures for backpackers, hikers, boaters, paddlers, and divers. Cross Lake Superior and make a commitment: Become a part of this island, and let it become a part of you. Find peace and refuge in island wilderness – because Isle Royale, in turn, finds refuge in us. Help Isle Royale stay wild.","summarySource":"National Park Service","guide":{},"trConnection":null,"trConnections":[{"id":"ea-eo-357-c","type":"executive-action","label":"Traces to a T.R. proclamation or order","date":"1905-10-10","document":"Executive Order 357-C","title":"Establishing Siskiwit Islands Reservation as a Preserve and Breeding Ground for Native Birds","relation":"absorbed into it","text":"Executive Order 357-C (1905-10-10): “Establishing Siskiwit Islands Reservation as a Preserve and Breeding Ground for Native Birds.” Today’s site absorbed into it.","note":"The 1942 act abolished the bird reservation and made it part of the park.","sources":[{"name":"Executive Order 357-C in Theodore Roosevelt’s Executive Orders and Proclamations","url":"https://executiveactions.labs.trlibrary.com/document.html?id=eo-357-c"},{"name":"Act of March 6, 1942, ch. 152, § 2, 56 Stat. 138"}],"dataset":"executiveactions","reviewed":true}],"trTypes":["executive-action"],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":"https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=48.3021&b_tl_lng=-89.415&b_br_lat=47.1222&b_br_lng=-88.1748","recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Isle%20Royale%20National%20Park","directions":"http://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/houghton.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7AC355-1DD8-B71B-0B9C2F07853F39F1.jpg","title":"Aerial View of Belle Harbor","alt":"Aerial View of Belle Harbor","caption":"Isle Royale is also called Minong, which means \"the good place\" by the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. Minong is a part of the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabe/Ojibwe peoples who have cared for these lands from time immemorial.","credit":"NPS Photo / Paul Brown","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7AC4C1-1DD8-B71B-0B8592CA6634ABEE.jpg","title":"Bull Moose","alt":"Young bull moose browsing for food","caption":"Moose are one of the few mammal species who have journeyed to the island.","credit":"NPS Photo / Paul Brown","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7AC638-1DD8-B71B-0BD28B3407821A15.jpg","title":"Rock of Ages Lighthouse","alt":"Aerial view of Rock of Ages Lighthouse","caption":"Rock of Ages is one of four lighthouses at Isle Royale National Park.","credit":"NPS Photo / Paul Brown","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7AC8F5-1DD8-B71B-0B661B7FF90F5407.jpg","title":"Aurora Borealis Over Isle Royale National Park","alt":"Diverse colored Aurora Borealis in the night sky","caption":"Isle Royale National Park's dark skies make it an excellent location to enjoy nighttime phenomenon, like the Aurora Borealis.","credit":"NPS Photo / Paul Brown","source":"NPS"}],"activities":["Arts and Culture","Astronomy","Stargazing","Boating","Motorized Boating","Sailing","Boat Tour","Camping","Backcountry Camping","Canoe or Kayak Camping","Group Camping","Fishing","Freshwater Fishing","Food","Dining","Flying","Guided Tours","Boat Tour","Hiking","Backcountry Hiking","Front-Country Hiking","Off-Trail Permitted Hiking","Paddling","Canoeing","Canoe or Kayak Camping","Kayaking","Junior Ranger Program","SCUBA Diving","Wildlife Watching","Birdwatching","Park Film","Museum Exhibits","Shopping","Bookstore and Park Store","Gift Shop and Souvenirs"],"topics":["Arts","Industry","Mining","Maritime","Lighthouses","Ships and Shipwrecks","Schools and Education","Transportation","Animals","Birds","Fish","Wolves","Coasts, Islands and Atolls","Fire","Forests and Woodlands","Coniferous Forests","Deciduous Forests","Geology","Lakes","Night Sky","Astronomy","Aurora Borealis","Scenic Views","Trails","Unique Species","Rare","Endangered","Wetlands","Wilderness"],"fees":[{"title":"Entrance - Per Person","cost":"7.00","description":"$7 per person per day to enter or remain in Isle Royale National Park. Children 15 and younger are exempt.\n\nVisiting Park Headquarters in Houghton, MI does not require a fee."}],"passes":[{"title":"Annual Entrance - Park","cost":"60.00","description":"Isle Royale Season Pass: $60 valid from April 16 through October 31 of the year indicated. Pass covers fees for the pass holder and up to three adults traveling with the pass holder (four total)."}],"hours":[{"name":"Isle Royale National Park Open Season (April 16 through October 31)","description":"Isle Royale National Park is open annually from April 16 to October 31. Transportation services are offered from May to September. The island and its surrounding islands are closed to all visitors from November 1 to April 15 due to extreme winter weather conditions and for the safety and protection of visitors. This closure extends 4.5 miles out into Lake Superior from the island. Park headquarters during the winter is in Houghton, Michigan. Summer headquarters is located at Mott Island on Isle Royale.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[{"name":"Transportation Services (Offered May to September)","start":"2027-05-01","end":"2027-09-30","hours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"}},{"name":"Annual Winter Closure (November 1 to April 15)","start":"2026-11-01","end":"2027-04-15","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}}]}],"directions":"Isle Royale National Park headquarters is located in Houghton, MI. Visit the Houghton page on the Isle Royale National Park website for additional information and a map on how to access the visitor center.","weatherInfo":"Isle Royale National Park is a remote island wilderness in the middle of Lake Superior. Weather influences traveling to and from the island, as well as your trip once you arrive. For the most up-to-date weather information, call (906) 482-0984 or email isro_parkinfo@nps.gov prior to your trip.","contacts":{"phone":"9064820984","email":"isro_parkinfo@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Houghton Visitor Center","description":"The Houghton Visitor Center is located in Houghton, Michigan. It is the mainland headquarters for Isle Royale National Park. Trip planning assistance, Ranger III tickets and information, a park store, and viewing the park film are available.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/houghton.htm","lat":47.122935730970674,"lon":-88.56367707252502},{"name":"Rock Harbor Visitor Center","description":"The Rock Harbor Visitor Center is located in Rock Harbor on the northeast end of Isle Royale National Park. It is only accessible by boat or seaplane. Permitting and fee payment, trip planning assistance, and a park store area available.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/rock-harbor.htm","lat":48.145944902483436,"lon":-88.4862631559372},{"name":"Windigo Visitor Center","description":"The Windigo Visitor Center is located in Windigo on the southwest end of Isle Royale National Park. It is only accessible by boat or seaplane. Permitting and fee payment, trip planning assistance, a park store, and exhibits are available.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/windigo.htm","lat":47.911804555916106,"lon":-89.15714263916016}],"campgrounds":[{"name":"Beaver Island Campground","description":"Located in the center of Washington Harbor, near Windigo. All shelters are water facing. Boats can stay at the dock overnight. Stay Limit: 3 nights effective from 6/1 - Labor Day annually. Shelters: 3 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 2'-5' Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":3},{"name":"Belle Isle Campground","description":"A campground located on Belle Isle, in Belle Harbor, on the northeast end of Isle Royale National Park. Boats can use dock for overnight stays. Stay Limit: 5 nights, effective 6/1 – Labor Day. 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Shelters: 2 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 10’ Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":3},{"name":"East Chickenbone Campground","description":"An inland campground located on the east end of Chickenbone Lake, off of the East Chickenbone Trail. No boater access. Canoe/kayak access using 1.2 mile portage from McCargoe Cove or 0.2 mile portage from Lake Livermore. Be aware that the campground is not on the shoreline - West Chickenbone Campground is more accessible for watercraft. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":4},{"name":"West Chickenbone Campground","description":"West Chickenbone Campground is located on the west end of Chickenbone Lake, off of the Indian Portage Trail This inland campground has no boater access. Canoe/kayak access from the 1.2 mile portage from McCargoe Cove or the 0.2 mile portage from Lake Livermore. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":9},{"name":"Chippewa Harbor Campground","description":"Chippewa Harbor Campground is located in Chippewa Harbor, on the south shore of Isle Royale National Park. Trail access is via the Indian Portage Trail. Boats can stay overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 4 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 7’ Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":7},{"name":"Daisy Farm Campground","description":"Isle Royale's largest campground is located at Daisy Farm, in Rock Harbor Channel, off of the Rock Harbor Trail, Daisy Farm Trail, and Mount Ojibway Trail. Boats can stay overnight at dock. Ranger Station staffed seasonally. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 16 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 9’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":25},{"name":"North Desor Campground","description":"North Desor Campground is located on the north side of Lake Desor off of the Minong Ridge Trail. There is no boat/canoe/kayak access. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day Access: Foot","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":3},{"name":"South Lake Desor Campground","description":"South Lake Desor Campground is located inland on the south side of Lake Desor off of the Greenstone Ridge Trail. There is no canoe/kayak/boat access. Stay Limit: 2 nights effective from June 1 – Labor Day. 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Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":3},{"name":"Feldtmann Lake Campground","description":"Feldtmann Lake Campground is located on the shoreline of Feldtmann Lake, off the Feldtmann Lake and Feldtmann Ridge Trails, on the southwest end of Isle Royale National Park. This is an inland campground. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":7},{"name":"Grace Island Campground","description":"Grace Island Campground is located on Grace Island, outside of Washington Harbor, on the southwest end of Isle Royale National Park. Boats can dock overnight. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 2 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 2’ - 4’ Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":2},{"name":"Hatchet Lake Campground","description":"Hatchet Lake Campground is located on Hatchet Lake off of the Hatchet Lake Trail. This campground is located near the center of the island. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":8},{"name":"Hay Bay Campground","description":"Hay Bay Campground is located in Hay Bay on the south shore of Isle Royale National Park. Boats can overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Depth at dock (normal conditions): 3’-7’. Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":1},{"name":"Huginnin Cove Campground","description":"Huginnin Cove Campground is located at Huginnin Cove, on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the West and East Huginnin Cove Trails. Stay Limit: 3 consecutive nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak access. No dock available for boats.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":5},{"name":"Intermediate Lake Campground","description":"Intermediate Lake Campground is located on the shoreline of Intermediate Lake. Intermediate Lake can be accessed via a .6 mile portage from Lake Richie or a .4 mile portage from Siskiwit Lake. Stay Limit: 2 nights effective June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Canoe/kayak, no private boat access.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/canoe-and-kayak.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":3},{"name":"Island Mine Campground","description":"Island Mine Campground is located .5 miles south from the junction of the Greenstone and Island Mine Trails, on the Island Mine Trail. This inland campground offers no canoe/kayak/boat access. Little Siskiwit River runs south of the campground, where water can usually be obtained for filtering, unless it is dried up. Check with a Visitor Center for current water status. Stay Limit: 3 nights effective June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":6},{"name":"Lake Richie Campground","description":"Lake Richie Campground is located on the north shore of Lake Richie, off of the Indian Portage Trail. Canoe/kayak access from .6 mile portage from Intermediate Lake, 2.0 mile portage from Moskey Basin, 1.2 miles portage from Chippewa Harbor, and .6 mile portage from Lake LeSage. Paddlers may want to consider staying at Lake Richie Canoe Campground. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak. No private boat access.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":6},{"name":"Lake Richie Canoe Campground","description":"Lake Richie Canoe Campground is located on the north shore of Lake Richie. Canoe/kayak access via the .6 mile portage from Intermediate Lake, the 1.2 mile portage from Chippewa Harbor, the 2.0 mile portage from Moskey Basin, and the .6 mile portage from Lake LeSage. Stay Limit: 2 nights effective from June 1st – Labor Day annually. Access: Canoe/kayak. No private boat access.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/canoe-and-kayak.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":3},{"name":"Lake Whittlesey Campground","description":"Lake Whittlesey Campground is located on the north shore of Lake Whittlesey. Consecutive night stay limit is two nights. Three individual tent sites are available. No boat access. Canoe/kayak access via .6 mile portage from Wood Lake and .6 mile portage from Chippewa Harbor. Stay Limit: 3 nights effective June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Canoe/kayak, no private boat or trail access.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/canoe-and-kayak.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":3},{"name":"Lane Cove Campground","description":"Lane Cove Campground is located in Lane Cove, on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Lane Cove Trail. The Lane Cove Trail can be accessed via the Greenstone Ridge Trail. Stay Limit: 1 night effective June 1 – September 21 annually Access: Foot/canoe/kayak. No boat access.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":5},{"name":"Little Todd Campground","description":"Little Todd Campground is located in Little Todd, on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Minong Ridge Trail. Stay Limit: 2 nights effective June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak. No boat access.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":4},{"name":"Malone Bay Campground","description":"Malone Bay Campground is located in Malone Bay, on the south shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Ishpeming Trail. Boats can overnight at dock. A ranger station, information station, and dock can be found just further east of the campground. The ranger station is not always staffed. Stay Limit: 3 nights effective June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 5 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 3’-6’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":7},{"name":"McCargoe Cove Campground","description":"McCargoe Cove Campground is located in McCargoe Cove, on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Indian Portage and East Chickenbone Trails. Boats can overnight at dock. Canoe/kayak access from Lake Superior or 1.2 mile portage from Chickenbone Lake. Stay Limit: 3 nights effective from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 6 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 7’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":12},{"name":"Merritt Lane Campground","description":"Merritt Lane Campground is located in Merritt Lane on the northeast end of Isle Royale National Park. Boats can overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 1 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 8’ Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/canoe-and-kayak.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":2},{"name":"Moskey Basin Campground","description":"Moskey Basin Campground is located in Moskey Basin at the west end of Rock Harbor Channel, off of the Indian Portage and Rock Harbor Trails. Boats can overnight at dock. Canoe/kayak access from Rock Harbor Channel or via 2.0 mile portage from Lake Richie. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 6 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 8’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":10},{"name":"Pickerel Cove Campground","description":"Pickerel Cove Campground is located in Pickerel Cove on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park. Canoe/kayak access from Pickerel Cove or via .1 mile portage from Lake Superior. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Canoe/kayak. No dock for boats.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/canoe-and-kayak.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":1},{"name":"Rock Harbor Campground","description":"Rock Harbor Campground is located in Rock Harbor on the northeast end of Isle Royale, off of the Rock Harbor and Tobin Harbor Trails. Additional fees for boats to stay overnight at marina. Stay Limit: 1 night from June 1 – September 21 annually. Shelters: 9 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 3’-12’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/rock-harbor.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":23},{"name":"Siskiwit Bay Campground","description":"Siskiwit Bay Campground is located in Siskiwit Bay on the southwest end of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Island Mine and Feldtmann Ridge Trails. Boats can overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 to Labor Day annually. Shelters: 2 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 2’-6’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":9},{"name":"Three Mile Campground","description":"Three Mile Campground is located on Rock Harbor Channel off of the Rock Harbor and Mount Franklin Trails. Boats can overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 1 night effective June 1 – September 21 annually Shelters: 8 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 9’ Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/camping.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":15},{"name":"Todd Harbor Campground","description":"Todd Harbor Campground is located in Todd Harbor on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Minong Ridge Trail. Boats can overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 1 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 2’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":9},{"name":"Tookers Island Campground","description":"Tookers Island Campground is located on Tookers Island in Rock Harbor Channel. Boats can overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 2 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 7’ Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":2},{"name":"Washington Creek Campground","description":"Washington Creek Campground is located along Washington Creek near Windigo on the southwest end of Isle Royale, off of the Feldtmann Lake, Minong, and Greenstone Ridge Trails. The Windigo Visitor Center, Windigo Store, and Windigo Comfort Station are all accessible from the campground. Boats can stay at Windigo Dock (average depth at dock 4'-20') or stay and walk .3 miles to campground. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – September 21 annually Shelters: 10 Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat","url":"https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/windigo.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":19},{"name":"Wood Lake Campground","description":"Wood Lake Campground is located inland on the north shore of Wood Lake. Wood Lake can be accessed via a .6 mile portage from Lake Whittlesey or from Siskiwit Lake. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Canoe/kayak. 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