Siskiwit Bay Campground
47.8904, -88.9988 · Park boundary: National Park Service
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Siskiwit Bay Campground is located in Siskiwit Bay on the southwest end of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Island Mine and Feldtmann Ridge Trails. Boats can overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 to Labor Day annually. Shelters: 2 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 2’-6’. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat
- Every day
- All Day
The campground is open from April 16 - October 31 (the park operating season) annually, 24 hours a day.
- Park Closed · Nov 1, 2026 – Apr 15, 2027 · Closed
No fee for small-party camping. A free overnight permit is required.
3 Group Sites by advanced reservation only. All parties of 7 or more must submit group permit requests through the park's online request system. The fee is a per permit cost for each party within a group of 7 or more.
3 Group Sites by advanced reservation only. All parties of 7 or more must submit group permit requests through the park's online request system. The fee is a per permit cost for each party within a group of 7 or more.
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
- RVs
- Not allowed
- Trailers
- Not allowed
- Access roads
- No Roads
- Classification
- Limited Development Campground
No wheelchair access.
The campground is open from April 16 - October 31 (the park operating season) annually, 24 hours a day.
Community fire ring. Otherwise, self-contained stoves only.
Siskiwit Bay Campground is located in Siskiwit Bay on the southwest end of Isle Royale National Park, off of the Island Mine and Feldtmann Ridge 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.
Siskiwit Bay Campground is located in Sisikiwit Bay on the southwest end of Isle Royale National Park. The backcountry campground is located at the junction betweent he Island Mine and Feldtmann Ridge Trails. This campground includes four individual tent sites, two shelters, three group tent sites, and vault toilets. Normal conditions for depth at dock are 2'-6'. Boats can overnight at the dock. Canoe/kayak access is available. Carnelian beach is north of the campground.
Location, hours, and facility details confirmed against the National Park Service registry.
National Park Service registryChecked 2026-08-04
Can you reserve a campsite at Siskiwit Bay Campground?
Both. Siskiwit Bay Campground in Isle Royale National Park has 3 sites that can be reserved in advance and 6 that are first-come, first-served.
How many campsites does Siskiwit Bay Campground have?
Siskiwit Bay Campground in Isle Royale National Park has 9 campsites.
What is the maximum RV length at Siskiwit Bay Campground?
Siskiwit Bay Campground does not take RVs.
How much does it cost to camp at Siskiwit Bay Campground?
Siskiwit Bay Campground in Isle Royale National Park charges between Free and $25 per night, depending on the site type.
Are there showers at Siskiwit Bay Campground?
No. Siskiwit Bay Campground in Isle Royale National Park does not list showers.
Is there drinking water at Siskiwit Bay Campground?
Yes. Siskiwit Bay Campground in Isle Royale National Park lists drinking water: Water · but not potable.
Is there cell service at Siskiwit Bay Campground?
No. Siskiwit Bay Campground in Isle Royale National Park does not list cell reception.
Is there a dump station at Siskiwit Bay Campground?
No. Siskiwit Bay Campground in Isle Royale National Park does not list dump station.
Is Siskiwit Bay Campground wheelchair accessible?
Siskiwit Bay Campground in Isle Royale National Park: No wheelchair access.
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