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Michigan's Isle Royale National Park spans more than 400 islands scattered across Lake Superior. Visitors often stop by to camp at one of the 36 designated camping areas or hike the 170 miles of trails. When looking for RV rentals near Isle Royale National Park, check out Houghton, MI or Grand Portage, MN. No cars or RVs are permitted on the park's many islands. However, this RV guide to Isle Royale National Park can help you find nearby camping options, like Sunset Bay RV Resort & Campground and the City of Houghton RV Park.
The Houghton Visitor Center on the mainland is typically open from Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Between June and September, the center is often open for additional hours on Saturdays. The Rock Harbor Visitor Center and Windigo Visitor Center have limited hours before June. Ample RV parking can be conveniently found near the Houghton Visitor Center.
If you’re considering RVing to Isle Royale National Park, enter via Grand Portage for easy access to the local ferry's ample marina parking. Always check Isle Royale National Park's road conditions before setting out for your RV trip.
- Spring 17-61 F
- Summer 50-76 F
- Fall 25-67 F
- Winter 5-27 F
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Isle Royale National Park Hiking Trails
Day hiking is a wonderful way to explore the Windigo and Rock Harbor areas at Isle Royale National Park. You'll find an easy hiking experience on the Albert Stoll Jr. Memorial Trail. The Hike to Grace Creek Overlook offers stunning vistas of Lake Superior, Grace Creek and Grace Harbor.
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Things to do Outside Isle Royale National Park
Driving to Isle Royale National Park gives you the chance to enjoy nearby landmarks like Fort Wilkins Historic State Park. This site has almost 20 historic buildings, several lighthouses and a living history program. In Copper Harbor, you'll find the scenic Brockway Mountain Drive lookout point. History buffs will want to tour the Grand Portage National Monument on Lake Superior's north shore. This fascinating monument memorializes the area's historic role in the fur trade.
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RV Resorts & Campsites near Isle Royale National Park
Isle Royale National Park has 36 on-site campgrounds accessible only by foot or watercraft. Fortunately, there are also several RV-friendly campgrounds near Isle Royale National Park. Ottawa National Forest, which encompasses almost 1 million acres, is a great RV camping choice in Upper Michigan.
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How to get to Isle Royale National Park
You can catch a ferry to Isle Royale National Park from popular cities such as Grand Portage, Copper Harbor, Houghton and Grand Marais. The main travel options into the park are by seaplane, private boat or ferry. Houghton is right off US-41 at the bottom of the Keweenaw Peninsula. Copper Harbor is a little over 50 miles north of Houghton. If you're traveling to this park via Minnesota, you can take US-61 to Grand Portage. The closest airport to this city is Thunder Bay International, which is 50 miles to the northeast.
The oversized RV parking in Isle Royale National Park at the ferries may be limited during the peak season. For a guaranteed spot, it's best to leave your motorhome at your designated RV campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Isle Royale is accessible for disabled visitors. The visitor centers, boat tour, and several restrooms in the park are accessible. The film shown at the Houghton Visitor Center also features closed captioning, and there are services for people who are blind or have low vision.
No, pets are not allowed at Isle Royale National Park. This includes pets on boats within the park boundaries. Service dogs are allowed but need a permit and must have a vet visit shortly before they arrive.
Top things to do at Isle Royale National Park include taking a ferry ride, hiking around the park, and touring one of the three lighthouses. There is plenty of sightseeing, boating, hiking, and other outdoor activities as well.
There are 36 campgrounds across Isle Royale National Park. However, campsites can only be accessed by foot or boat. RV campers can find nearby campgrounds on the mainland where they can return after a day at the park.
Isle Royale stays cool in summer, with lots of rain and temperatures that rarely go above 80°. Winters are very cold, with weather that can drop to -25°. Because winters are harsh, the park is only open from mid-April until early November.
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