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North Desor Campground

View of the blue waters of Lake Desor from the North Lake Desor Campground.

Lake Desor is Isle Royale National Park's second largest inland lake.

Photo: NPS / Katie Keller

About

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

Campsites

3
Total Sites
3
Tent Only
3
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

Individual tent sites are first come, first serve.

Directions

North Lake Desor Campground is located on the north side of Lake Desor off of the Minong Ridge Trail.

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

No wheelchair access.

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

Uneven, rough terrain throughout campground. Facilities are not accessible.

trailer Allowed

0

access Roads

No Roads

classifications

Primitive Camping Areas