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West Chickenbone Campground

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

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About West Chickenbone

West Chickenbone Campground is located on the west end of Chickenbone Lake, off of the Indian Portage Trail This inland campground has no boater access. Canoe/kayak access from the 1.2 mile portage from McCargoe Cove or the 0.2 mile portage from Lake Livermore. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak

Photos

Aerial view of the blue water of Chickenbone Lake.
Chickenbone Lake has two campgrounds that are used by many backpackers traveling the Greenstone Ridge Trail. · NPS / Paul Brown
View of marshy Chickenbone Lake area.
This view greets many backpackers and paddlers heading from McCargoe Cove to Chickenbone Lake. · NPS / Paul Brown
Tent on the shores of Chickenbone Lake with trees along the shoreline.
A tent site at West Chickenbone Campground · NPS / Mike Ausema

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
Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Night
29°F
Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Fri, Nov 13
Day
38°F
Mostly Cloudy
Cloudy
Fri, Nov 13
Night
30°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
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.