Campground

Birch Island Campground

Birch Island Campground shelter visible across water through tress with a blue sky overhead.

Birch Island Campground from the water.

Photo: Yeva Cifor

About

Small campground on Birch Island, near the mouth of McCargoe Cove, on the north side of Isle Royale National Park. One individual tent site and one shelter on site. Boats can stay overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights June 1 - Labor Day annually. Shelters: 1 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 5' Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat

Campsites

2
Total Sites
1
Tent Only
2
Walk/Boat-in

Location

800 E. Lakeshore Drive
Houghton, MN 49931

Fees

Small-party Camping (6 people or less)$0.00

Hours

The campground is open from April 16 - October 31 (the park operating season) annually, 24 hours a day.

wednesdayAll Day
mondayAll Day
thursdayAll Day
sundayAll Day
tuesdayAll Day
fridayAll Day
saturdayAll Day

Reservations

First come, first serve.

Weather

Isle Royale National Park is a remote archipelago in the middle of Lake Superior. To make the most of your visit, it is necessary that you plan ahead and prepare. Be aware that many services and items that are available on the mainland are not available at Isle Royale. Due to the unpredictable waters of Lake Superior and its effect on island weather, be prepared for any and all weather conditions.

Accessibility

wheelchair Access

Not wheelchair accessible.

fire Stove Policy

Self-contained stoves only.

rv Allowed

0

rv Info

No RV/Trailer Access.

rv Max Length

0

trailer Max Length

0

ada Info

Mostly uneven, rough terrain throughout campground. Facilities are not accessible.

trailer Allowed

0

access Roads

No Roads

classifications

Limited Development Campground