McCargoe Cove Campground

McCargoe Cove Campground is located in McCargoe Cove, on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Indian Portage and East Chickenbone Trails. Boats can overnight at dock. Canoe/kayak access from Lake Superior or 1.2 mile portage from Chickenbone Lake. Stay Limit: 3 nights effective from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Shelters: 6 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 7’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Individual tent sites and shelters are first come, first serve. Group tent sites must be reserved in advance.

Drinking water

Water · but not potable

Food storage lockers

Yes - year round

Toilets

Composting Toilets - seasonal

Amphitheater

No

Camp store

No

Cell reception

No

Dump station

No

Firewood for sale

No

Host on site

No

Ice for sale

No

Internet

No

Laundry

No

Showers

None

Trash & recycling

No

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

RVs

Not allowed

Trailers

Not allowed

Access roads

No Roads

Classification

Limited Development Campground

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

McCargoe Cove Campground is located in McCargoe Cove, on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Indian Portage and East Chickenbone Trails.

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.

All park visitors pay an entrance fee. Fires in community ring 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.

McCargoe Cove Campground is located in McCargoe Cove, on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Indian Portage and East Chickenbone Trails. Three individual tent sites, six shelters, and three group tent sites are available. Normal conditions for depth at dock is 7'. Boats can overnight at dock. Canoe/kayak access from Lake Superior or 1.2 mile portage from Chickenbone Lake. The campground is on a rocky hillside. The Minong mile is accessible via the Minong Ridge Trail .8 miles from the campground.

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