Rock Harbor Trail
CampgroundsVisitor centersBoat launches
Along the way Three Mile Daisy Farm Rock Harbor Three Mile Rock Harbor Visitor Center
Explore Raspberry Island the Park Service's write-up
2-6 Hours · no dogs · Spring, Summer, Fall
Start Raspberry Island
About this Trail
Mileage: About 1 mile
Rocks and roots on trail
Boardwalks slippery when wet
Trailhead
Raspberry Island Dock
Raspberry Island is just a short canoe or boat ride away from Rock Harbor on the east end of Isle Royale National Park. Venture across the Rock Harbor channel to explore the boreal forest, a fragile bog, and scenic rocky shores. Paths and planked bridges lead past many unusual plants; including the insect-eating sundew and pitcher plants that thrive in the acidic bog environment. Interpretive signs along the route explain the ecology of this island’s rich and varied plant life and the geologic origins of its rugged shores. Take your time and you will discover enough variety on this island to keep you intrigued for half a day. Raspberry Island is accessible by Rock Harbor Lodge tours , private vessel, or watercraft rental from Rock Harbor Marina . Rental and tour fees vary.
Found Nearby
Rock Harbor
Rock Harbor Lodge
Rock Harbor Marina
Accessibility Raspberry Island is accessible by private boat, vessel rental, or tour on the MV Sandy . Docking is available for private boats. A small canoe/kayak landing is available. Trails on Raspberry Island are 18 inches wide and unpaved. Boardwalks are also 18 inches wide. Boardwalks may have water on them, tread carefully.
Hike the Tobin Harbor Trail the Park Service's write-up
2-4 Hours · no dogs · Spring, Summer, Fall
Start Tobin Harbor Trail at Isle Royale National Park
About this Trail
Mileage: About 3 miles
Rocks and roots on trail
Trailheads
Rock Harbor
Windigo via Greenstone Ridge Trail
The Tobin Harbor Trail connects the Rock Harbor area with the Mount Franklin Trail. The Mount Franklin Trail gives access to Mount Franklin, Suzy's Cave, Three Mile Campground, Lane Cove Campground, and the Greenstone Ridge Trail. Some backpackers and day hikers prefer the Tobin Harbor Trail over the Rock Harbor Trail because of the Tobin Harbor Trail's smoothness and gentle grade.
At the junction with the Mount Franklin Trail the Tobin Harbor Trail winds gently downhill through boreal forest until it meets Tobin Harbor. The remainder of the trail continues on a general downward slope hugging Tobin Harbor. This trail ends near the Rock Harbor Lodge in the Rock Harbor area.
Found Nearby
Rock Harbor
Rock Harbor Campground
Three Mile Campground
Suzy's Cave
Mount Franklin
Lane Cove Campground
Accessibility The trail is about 18 inches wide and is not paved. The trail is covered in rocks and roots.
Hike to Suzy's Cave the Park Service's write-up
2-6 Hours · no dogs · Spring, Summer, Fall
Start Suzy's Cave
About this Hike
Mileage: about 3.8 miles (via Rock Harbor and Tobin Harbor Trails)
Rocks and roots on trail
Trailheads
Rock Harbor
Windigo via Greenstone Ridge Trail
Spend a day exploring Suzy's Cave on Isle Royale National Park. Follow the Rock Harbor Trail 1.8 miles beyond the Rock Harbor Campground and turn inland at the wooden post directing you to Suzy’s Cave . Discover an inland sea arch, formed by wave action some 4000 years ago when lake water levels were higher. From here the trail leads on to the gentler Tobin Harbor Trail, which loops back to Rock Harbor . As you meander through a thick canopy of spruce, fir, and birch, watch moose and other wildlife.
Found Nearby
Rock Harbor
Rock Harbor Campground
Three Mile Campground
Rock Harbor Lodge
Accessibility The trail is about 18 inches wide and is not paved. The trail is covered in rocks and roots. Choose your own adventure: the Rock Harbor Trail is significantly more challenging than the Tobin Harbor Trail.