Overview
Lake Superior’s Isle Royale National Park is an island of wild creatures, unspoiled forests, refreshing lakes, and rugged scenery. Hike trails known for moose sightings, view Rock Harbor Lighthouse, and explore the historic Edison fishery. Discover this US Biosphere Reserve known for its isolated population of wolves and moose. Trip fee includes round-trip ferry from the mainland.
Itinerary
Expand All FieldsDay 1: Spend the evening camping in Fort Wilkins State Park. Get to know your trip mates over a delicious meal.
Drive from Minneapolis to Copper Harbor, MI. Camp at Fort Wilkins State Park in Copper Harbor that evening. Get packs ready to go meet the ferry in the morning.
Day 2: Take the ferry to Rock Harbor where your Isle Royale adventure begins.
Get up early to meet the morning ferry for the 3-hour ride to Rock Harbor on the eastern end of the island. Pick up permits at the ranger station in Rock Harbor. Make camp at Rock Harbor or hike to Three Mile campsite.
Day 3: Make the trek from Rock Harbor to Daisy Farm.
Enjoy a hearty breakfast before breaking camp and setting out on your way to Daisy Farm. You may choose to stay at Daisy Farm or continue on to Moskey Basin.
Day 4: Hike the stunning Greenstone Ridge Trail back to Three Mile.
Make the trek back to Three Mile using the Greenstone Ridge Trail. This trail connects the island end to end and is frequented by wolf and moose!
Day 5: Break camp and head back to Rock Harbor before catching an afternoon ferry back to Michigan.
Get up early to break camp and hike back to Rock Harbor. In the afternoon, catch the ferry back to Michigan. Camp at Lake Gogebic State Park.
Day 6: Enjoy one final meal as a group before saying farewell to your trip mates.
Enjoy one final meal as a group before parting ways and beginning the drive back to Minneapolis.
Dates & Fees
WI leads trips to Isle Royale but currently has no dates scheduled for this itinerary. If you have a group of people interested, we can set up a customized adventure just for you! Please contact us or request a trip quote below if you are interested in a group trip to this destination.
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TERRAIN/ROUTE CHOICES: Isle Royale is rugged, with rocky terrain, and significant elevation changes. Isle Royale offers a wide range of route options that offer incredible views of Lake Superior, neighboring islands, and wildlife.
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