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Lake Richie Campground — Isle Royale National Park

Lake Richie Campground is located near Houghton in Isle Royale National Park. The terrain consists of forested areas and lakeside views. Temperatures range from 50°F to 70°F in summer and drop to 20°F to 40°F in winter. Nearby attractions include hiking trails and opportunities for wildlife observation.

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Location

Lake Richie Campground — Isle Royale National Park is located in Michigan

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Directions

Lake Richie Campground is located on the north shore of Lake Richie, off of the Indian Portage Trail.

Address

800 E. Lakeshore Drive
Houghton, MI 49931

Coordinates

48.051342 N
88.687361 W

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Connectivity

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    Verizon
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    AT&T
    No Coverage

Access

  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets

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Reviewed Jan. 2, 2026

Georgous and very private - literally on the trail and easy to find

While this is literally on the trail, it's not highly frequented, so it's still very, very quiet. The trail runs just past the front of it with all the sites up a slight hill off of that same trail. No hunting your way down side trails once you are already exhausted to find this one. 

We didn't see anyone else while we were here overnight. Finding a site was super easy and they all have a great view of the lake too. Space for a tent and trees to hammock if allowed. Outhouses too (I think there were two?) set between sites so you can find them easily. There is also a group camp (separate permit required to use it) at one end that had it's own outhouse. 

We hear wolves the night we were there - so cool.  An entire pack. Did not see them (and people rarely do) but hearing the was a highlight of the trip.

NOTE: This is not Lake Ritchie canoe camp - that is a different camp only accessible by canoe.

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  • Review photo of Lake Richie Campground — Isle Royale National Park by Amy G., January 2, 2026
  • Review photo of Lake Richie Campground — Isle Royale National Park by Amy G., January 2, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there cell phone reception at Lake Richie Campground — Isle Royale National Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.