Isle Royale National Park encompasses Merritt Lane Campground, a National Park Service site that prohibits pets. The campground operates within the remote island wilderness accessible only by boat or seaplane from the mainland. Campers must plan accordingly for the multi-hour journey to reach this location.
The site serves as one of several established camping areas distributed across the 45-mile-long island. Duncan Narrows Campground lies 2.5 miles southwest, while Rock Harbor Campground sits 3.9 miles in the same direction. Advanced reservations through the National Park Service are essential given limited island access and seasonal operations.
Description
Merritt Lane Campground is located in Merritt Lane on the northeast end of Isle Royale National Park. Boats can overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 Labor Day annually. Shelters: 1 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 8 Access: Canoe/kayak/private boat.
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Location
Public CampgroundMerritt Lane Campground — Isle Royale National Park is located in Michigan
Directions
Merritt Lane Campground is located in Merritt Lane on the northeast end of Isle Royale National Park.
Address
800 E. Lakeshore Drive
Houghton, MI 49931
Coordinates
48.184593 N
88.429657 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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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
