On a small island in Lake Superior, Caribou Island Campground sits within Isle Royale National Park's remote wilderness. The site centers around a large lean-to shelter that accommodates all campers, with an outhouse providing basic facilities. This spot stands out as one of the few locations on Isle Royale where visitors can build campfires. The National Park Service manages the site with a strict no-pets policy. Campers exploring camping destinations around Isle Royale National Park will find this island offers a communal camping experience. Access requires boat or seaplane transport to the island, making advance planning essential.
Description
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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Location
Public CampgroundCaribou Island Campground — Isle Royale National Park is located in Michigan
Directions
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
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 4 hrs 3 min from Wausau, WI
- 4 hrs 24 min from Green Bay, WI
- 4 hrs 41 min from Duluth, MN
- 4 hrs 44 min from Appleton, WI
