Accessible only by boat or seaplane, Birch Island Campground sits within Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior. The National Park Service manages this backcountry site, which prohibits pets entirely. Campers must arrange water transportation to reach the island, as no road access exists. The campground serves backpackers and paddlers exploring the park's remote wilderness areas. Other camping areas around Isle Royale National Park include Pickerel Cove Campground and McCargoe Cove Campground for those planning multi-day island trips.
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
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
