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Pickerel Cove Campground

Pickerel Cove Campground is a remote, paddle-in campsite located on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, accessible only by canoe or kayak from Pickerel Cove or via a 0. 1-mile portage from Lake Superior.

The campground features a single tent site designed for paddlers with no boat dock available, and enforces a 2-night stay limit from June 1 through Labor Day.

This intimate cove setting is ideal for paddling enthusiasts seeking a backcountry Lake Superior camping experience.


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