Managed by the National Park Service, Birch Island Campground sits within Isle Royale National Park and prohibits pets. This backcountry site requires advance reservations and involves ferry or seaplane access to reach the remote island location. The campground provides basic facilities typical of National Park Service wilderness camping areas.
Campers can explore nearby options including Pickerel Cove Campground and McCargoe Cove Campground. The island's isolation means limited resupply opportunities, so thorough trip planning proves essential for multi-day stays.
Description
Small campground on Birch Island, near the mouth of McCargoe Cove, on the north side of Isle Royale National Park. One individual tent site and one shelter on site. Boats can stay overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights June 1 - Labor Day annually. Shelters: 1 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 5' Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat
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Location
Public CampgroundBirch Island Campground is located in Minnesota
Directions
Birch Island Campground directions and information are available at https://www.nps.gov/isro/planyourvisit/boating-guide.htm.
Address
800 E. Lakeshore Drive
Houghton, MN 49931
Coordinates
48.110108 N
88.685623 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
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- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
