Get Involved

A lot goes into running a National Park.

Learn more about how you can make your mark by donating, volunteering, working with us, and more.

 
View of the Quincy Smelter from the Ranger III across the icy spring water of the Keweenaw Waterway.
Park Partners

Many partners help preserve, protect, and share Isle Royale National Park

Painting of a moose encounter on the Stoll Trail.
Artist-in-Residence Program

Applications may be submitted January 2 - February 16 for the summer 2026 program.

Teen Artist sitting on rocky Lake Superior shoreline, sketching with colored pencils.
Apply to Be an Isle Royale Teen Artist

Develop your art through a wilderness experience. Apply by February 16.

View of one of Isle Royale's small islands dotted with evergreens and rocky shoreline from above.
Donate

Find out how you can make a financial donation.

Two volunteers do research on martens in the forests on Isle Royale.
Volunteer

Without volunteers, Isle Royale National Park staff would not be able to accomplish all the tasks they complete in a season.

A ranger in uniform hands tickets for the Ranger III in Houghton Michigan.
Work With Us

Does working on a remote island in Lake Superior sound like an adventure to you? Find out how you can apply here.

Seaplane lands in Tobin Harbor with evergreens in the background.
Do Business With Us

Information about permits and other required forms to do business in the park.

Ranger works in water quality plant in Rock Harbor.
Planning

Learn more about planning efforts that guide decision-making and policy at the park.

Backpacker hikes through meadow on a sunny day.
Support Your Park

Discover the numerous ways to give back to Isle Royale National Park.

Last updated: December 23, 2025

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

800 East Lakeshore Drive
Houghton, MI 49931

Phone:

906 482-0984

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