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Island Mine Campground

A small clearing covered in leaves surrounded by trees in fall color.

Island Mine Campground has a small stream that provides water except in hot, dry summers.

Photo: NPS / Jenna Behnke

About

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

Campsites

6
Total Sites
4
Tent Only
6
Walk/Boat-in
2
Group

Contact

Phone9064820984
Emailisro_parkinfo@nps.gov
WebsiteOfficial NPS Page

Location

800 E. Lakeshore Drive
Houghton, MN 49931

Fees

Small-party Camping (6 people or less)$0.00
Group Tent Sites$25.00

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. Group tent sites must be reserved in advance.

Directions

The Island Mine Campground is located .5 miles south of the Greenstone and Island Mine Trails junction, off of the Island Mine 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

Fire rings are located at each respective individual tent site and group tent site. Otherwise, self-contained stoves only.

rv Allowed

0

rv Info

No RV/Trailer access.

rv Max Length

0

additional Info

The Little Siskiwit River runs south of the campground, where water can usually be obtained for filtering and treatment, unless the water source is dried up. Check with a Visitor Center upon arrival to the park for current status regarding obtaining water at Island Mine.

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