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Moskey Basin Campground

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

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About Moskey Basin

Moskey Basin Campground is located in Moskey Basin at the west end of Rock Harbor Channel, off of the Indian Portage and Rock Harbor Trails. Boats can overnight at dock. Canoe/kayak access from Rock Harbor Channel or via 2.0 mile portage from Lake Richie. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 6 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 8’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat

Photos

Soft sunset with small moon visible at Moskey Basin Campground.
Gorgeous sunrises and sunsets can be viewed from Moskey Basin Campground. · NPS / Katie Keller
Campground shelter on the water's edge surrounded by trees.
Moskey Basin has sites right along the water's edge. · NPS / Mike Ausema
Large dirt clearing surrounded by trees with a picnic table.
Group campsites are by reservation ahead of time for parties greater than 6 people. · NPS / Lori Honrath
Blue sky, calm water, rock shoreline in foreground.
Moskey Basin offers many sites right on the water's edge. · NPS / Lori Honrath

Campsites

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

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Overnight
31°F
Cloudy
Slight Chance Snow Showers
Thu, Nov 12
Day
35°F
Slight Chance Snow Showers
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Night
29°F
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Fri, Nov 13
Day
38°F
Mostly Cloudy
Cloudy
Fri, Nov 13
Night
29°F
Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Sat, Nov 14
Day
37°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Sat, Nov 14
Night
30°F
Mostly Cloudy
Partly Sunny
Sun, Nov 15
Day
38°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.