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Hatchet Lake Campground

8 sites · $25 · Reservable + first come · No RVs

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About Hatchet Lake

Hatchet Lake Campground is located on Hatchet Lake off of the Hatchet Lake Trail. This campground is located near the center of the island. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot

Photos

A tent at an individual tent site with a view of Hatchet Lake in the fall.
Hatchet Lake Campground is a popular stop for backpackers along the Greenstone Ridge Trail. · NPS / Katie Keller
Blue tent at campsite amongst trees with lake visible in distance.
Hatchet Lake is a major campground stop along the Greenstone Ridge Trail. · NPS

Campsites

Site-by-site details (sizes, hookups, shade) for this campground are coming soon.

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Slight Chance Snow Showers
Thu, Nov 12
Overnight
31°F
Slight Chance Snow Showers
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Day
34°F
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Cloudy
Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Night
29°F
Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Fri, Nov 13
Day
37°F
Mostly Cloudy
Cloudy
Fri, Nov 13
Night
30°F
Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Sat, Nov 14
Day
36°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Sat, Nov 14
Night
31°F
Mostly Cloudy
Partly Sunny
Sun, Nov 15
Day
37°F
Partly Sunny
Source: National Weather Service (weather.gov)

🔥 Wildfires nearby

No active fire perimeters nearby. ✅

Source: National Interagency Fire Center (WFIGS)

🗓️ Typical weather

Isle Royale National Park is a remote archipelago in the middle of Lake Superior. To make the most of your visit, it is necessary that you plan ahead and prepare. Be aware that many services and items that are available on the mainland are not available at Isle Royale. Due to the unpredictable waters of Lake Superior and its effect on island weather, be prepared for any and all weather conditions.

Rules

All park visitors pay an entrance fee. Self-contained stoves only. Dogs, cats, and other pets are not allowed. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. EDT/ 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. CDT. Fishing licenses are not required for inland lakes and streams on the island. However, Michigan size, season, and possession limits still apply. Only barbless hooks and artificial lures and flies may be used on inland lakes and streams. A State of Michigan fishing license is required to fish in the waters of Lake Superior.

Trails near camp

Campground information from the National Park Service. Confirm current status with the park before you go.