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Rock Harbor Campground

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

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About Rock Harbor

Rock Harbor Campground is located in Rock Harbor on the northeast end of Isle Royale, off of the Rock Harbor and Tobin Harbor Trails. Additional fees for boats to stay overnight at marina. Stay Limit: 1 night from June 1 – September 21 annually. Shelters: 9 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 3’-12’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat

Photos

Wooden campground shelter with picnic table in front.
Shelters are very popular and not reservable. · NPS / Alan West
Bare ground spot between trees for setting up a camping tent with a picnic table in foreground.
Rock Harbor Campground is the busiest in the park being closest to the transportation hub for RANGER III, QUEEN IV, and seaplane. · NPS / Alan West
Aerial view of Rock Harbor and the Rock Harbor Lodge complex.
The Rock Harbor Lodge provides amenities and lodging to the Rock Harbor area. · NPS / Paul Brown
Water spigot and faucet in the woods.
Rock Harbor and Washington Creek campgrounds are the only campgrounds where potable water is available. · NPS / Katie Keller
Campsite for multiple tents with several open spaces surrounded by trees.
There are 3 group sites for parties of 7-10 people camping and traveling together. · NPS / Alan West

Campsites

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

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Overnight
33°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
31°F
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Fri, Nov 13
Day
37°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Fri, Nov 13
Night
32°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Sat, Nov 14
Day
37°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Sat, Nov 14
Night
33°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- 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. Treated water supply available. 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.