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Belle Isle Campground

Aerial view of Belle Isle and surrounding waterways.

Belle Isle sits off the main island of Isle Royale and offers boaters and paddlers a hub to explore the northeast waterways.

Photo: NPS / Paul Brown

About

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. Shelters: 6 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 13’ Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat

Campsites

7
Total Sites
1
Tent Only
7
Walk/Boat-in

Contact

Phone9064820984
Emailisro_parkinfo@nps.gov
WebsiteOfficial NPS Page

Location

800 E. Lakeshore Drive
Houghton, MI 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. Consecutive night stay limit is 5 nights, effective 6/1 - Labor Day. Normal conditions of depth at dock is 13'.

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 accessible.

fire Stove Policy

Community fire ring. Otherwise, self-contained stoves only.

rv Allowed

0

rv Info

No RV/Trailer Access.

rv Max Length

0

trailer Max Length

0

ada Info

Unpaved, uneven, rough surface throughout campground. Facilities are not accessible.

trailer Allowed

0

access Roads

No Roads

classifications

Limited Development Campground