Water is the main star at Isle Royale National Park. With over 400 islands inside the park boundaries, visitors traverse the waters of Lake Superior to then navigate channels and waterways by kayak or canoe, sailboat, or fishing vessel, all for a little island hopping.
SCUBA divers find treasure in the waters here as 10 shipwrecks offer up their secrets. Wildlife on Isle Royale harbors a mystery, too, as to how they crossed the depths to arrive here more than 100 years ago. This park will quench your thirst for adventure and exploration.
Why Visit Isle Royale National Park in an RV?
This is one of those parks where an RV doesn’t quite fit in, unfortunately.
Visitors will be relegated to parking it on the mainland in Michigan or Minnesota and taking a boat or seaplane to the island. The Isle Royale National Park is worth leaving your rig behind because it’s unlike any other national park in the country.
When to Visit Isle Royale National Park
The Isle Royale National Park opens every year from April 16 to October 21. From November 1 to April 15, Isle Royale and its surrounding islands are closed to visitors because of the harsh weather conditions. However, the waters of Lake Superior are open to boaters year-round.