Isle Royale National Park

Explore an isolated island far from the sights and sounds of civilization.

Surrounded by Lake Superior, Isle Royale offers unparalleled solitude. It is the perfect place for anyone seeking adventure. Recreational activities include backpacking, hiking, boating, kayaking, canoeing, and scuba diving. Amid scenic natural beauty, you'll find opportunities for reflection and discovery and make memories that last a lifetime. Anglers can enjoy fishing on Lake Superior provided they have a fishing license and proper permits. Licenses are not required to fish on the inland lakes and ponds. Check online to see which fish you can catch and which species must be released back. At Isle Royale National Park, various fish you may catch include shiners, surgeons, dace, northern pikes, walleye, perch, salmon, and whitefish.

Isle Royale National Park is a remote cluster island located in Lake Superior, bordering Michigan and Canada. This wilderness of forests, lakes, and waterways is teeming with wildlife such as moose and wolves. Scuba diving sites in the lake include several shipwrecks. The Greenstone Ridge Trail links the Windigo Harbor in the west and Rock Harbor in the east. You can also visit a19th-century Rock Harbor Lighthouse, which has a small museum nearby. Isle Royale National Park is open annually from April 16 through October 31. Explore this stunning national park with your family and friends.