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Hike the Tobin Harbor Trail

Isle Royale National Park

A trail winds through moss and a forest.
The Tobin Harbor Trail's easy footing makes for smooth hiking into Rock Harbor.

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About this Trail

  • Mileage: About 3 miles

  • Rocks and roots on trail

Trailheads

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. 

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Details
Duration
2-4 Hours
Activity
Backcountry Camping
Pets Allowed
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Tobin Harbor Trail at Isle Royale National Park
Reservations
No
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Accessibility Information
The trail is about 18 inches wide and is not paved. The trail is covered in rocks and roots.

Isle Royale National Park

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Last updated: February 22, 2022