Destinations Michigan
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Established in 1931 as an example of northwoods wilderness, this island paradise, home to moose and wolf, void of automobiles, accessible only by boat or floatplane, offers some of the most pristine hiking and camping destinations to those who are willing to go to a little extra effort to get away from it all. Designated in 1981 as an International Biosphere Reserve, this area represents forest conditions as they were prior to modern man. You can explore the many trails here in isolation, or cruise the waterways in canoe and kayak, or sailboat. Rise with the sun and you may catch a glimpse of a moose munching on aquatic plants in nearby beaver ponds or marshy areas. Timber wolf also inhabit the island, but it is unlikely that you will see them, although you will likely hear them. Scuba diving is also popular here, the favorite dive spots being wrecked ships that lay in nearby waters around the island. And if you like fishing, then better pack a pole, because there's water everywhere. There are 36 campgrounds, 19 of which are accessible by a network of 165 miles of trails; the rest being accessible by boat or kayak.
If secluded forests, diverse wildlife, paddling waters, hiking trails, superior fishing, or majestic scenery beckon you, then consider Isle Royale National Park as a destination for your next outdoor adventure.
Isle Royale National Park Web Site
Isle Royale National Park an unofficial page Isle Royale Natural History Association IRNHA home page Isle Royale Trip Report kayaking around the island Lake Superior Lighthouses Marvin Aerial Photography |
