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Isle Royale National Park

InformationSep 19, 2026

Boat Fuel Unavailable

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CautionSep 19, 2026

Island Mine Campground Stream Low

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Park ClosureAug 28, 2026

Tent Camping Closed at Multiple East End Campgrounds

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View from above the trees looking down at Duncan Bay Narrows, trees, Lake Superior, and Canada.

Isle Royale, located in the northwestern corner of Lake Superior, offers views of the Canadian shoreline.

Photo: NPS / Paul Brown

About

Explore a rugged, isolated island far from our connected communities. Isle Royale offers adventures for backpackers, hikers, boaters, paddlers, and divers. Cross Lake Superior and make a commitment: Become a part of this island, and let it become a part of you. Find peace and refuge in island wilderness – because Isle Royale, in turn, finds refuge in us. Help Isle Royale stay wild.

Activities

Arts and CultureAstronomyStargazingBoatingMotorized BoatingSailingBoat TourCampingBackcountry CampingCanoe or Kayak CampingGroup CampingFishingFreshwater Fishing
Food
Dining
Flying
Guided Tours
Boat Tour
Hiking
Backcountry Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
Paddling
Canoeing
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Kayaking
Junior Ranger Program
SCUBA Diving
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store
Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Directions

Isle Royale National Park headquarters is located in Houghton, MI. Visit the Houghton page on the Isle Royale National Park website for additional information and a map on how to access the visitor center.

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Weather

Isle Royale National Park is a remote island wilderness in the middle of Lake Superior. Weather influences traveling to and from the island, as well as your trip once you arrive. For the most up-to-date weather information, call (906) 482-0984 or email isro_parkinfo@nps.gov prior to your trip.

News

Oct 1, 2026

Isle Royale National Park Seeks Commercial Use Authorization Applications for 2027 Operating Season

Isle Royale National Park will accept applications for one-year Commercial Use Authorization for the 2027 operating season from Nov. 1 to Nov. 30.

Aug 28, 2026

Isle Royale Closes Tent and Group Campsites at Four Campgrounds

Isle Royale National Park is closing some tent and group campsites due to continued wolf activity. Starting August 28 and continuing until the park closes on October 31, tent and group campsites and hammock use will be prohibited at Three Mile, Daisy Farm, Moskey Basin and Caribou Island.

Aug 4, 2026

Join Family Day Aboard Ranger III, Thursday, August 20

Isle Royale National Park and Kaleidoscope invite families with children age 15 or younger to enjoy a free cruise on the Keweenaw waterway on Aug. 20, during Ranger III Family Day.

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Per Person$7.00