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Malone Bay Campground

View of the blue waters of Malone Bay from the shoreline.

Malone Bay Campground is a popular spot on the south shore of the park.

Photo: NPS / Paul Brown

About

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

Campsites

7
Total Sites
7
Walk/Boat-in
2
Group

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
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

Shelters are first come, first serve. Group tent sites must be reserved in advance.

Directions

Malone Bay Campground is located in Malone Bay, on the south shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Ishpeming 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

Campfire rings are located at each shelter and group tent site. Otherwise, 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

Limited Development Campground