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Caribou Island Campground — Isle Royale National Park

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Caribou Island Campground is located within Isle Royale National Park, near Houghton, Michigan. The terrain consists of rocky shores and dense forests, providing a natural setting for camping. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the Isle Royale Lighthouse and enjoy temperatures ranging from 50°F to 70°F during the summer months.

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Isle Royale National Park

Caribou Island Campground is located on the very western tip of West Caribou Island, in Rock Harbor Channel, on the northeast end of Isle Royale National Park. Boats can dock overnight. Stay Limit: 3 nights effective from June 1 Labor Day. Shelters: 2 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 10 Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat

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Caribou Island Campground — Isle Royale National Park is located in Michigan

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Caribou Island Campground is located on West Caribou Island, in Rock Harbor Channel, on the northeast end of Isle Royale National Park.

Address

800 E. Lakeshore Drive
Houghton, MI 49931

Coordinates

48.094571 N
88.572204 W

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Drive Time

4 hrs 3 min from Wausau
4 hrs 24 min from Green Bay
4 hrs 41 min from Duluth
4 hrs 44 min from Appleton

Hailey O.

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Reviewed Apr. 7, 2017

Our first night on the Island

We stayed at Caribou the first night of our trip. This little island has a large leantou for everyone to hunker down in and a outhouse. It should be noted that this island is one of the only spots that you can build a fire.

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Does Caribou Island Campground — Isle Royale National Park have wifi?
No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Caribou Island Campground — Isle Royale National Park does not have wifi.