Last updated: April 5, 2022
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Minong Section 2: Hike from Todd Harbor to Little Todd
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About this Trail
- Mileage: About 6.8 miles
- Primitively maintained trail
- Rocks and roots on trail
- Steep inclines
- Rocks slippery when wet
- Changing trail conditions require a map, compass, and navigation skills
- Parts of trail marked with cairns
- Trekking poles are recommended
Trailheads
- McCargoe Cove
- Via Voyageur II passenger ferry. Reservations needed in advance.
- Windigo
- Rock Harbor via the Greenstone Ridge Trail
The Minong Ridge Trail is considered the most challenging trail at Isle Royale because of its isolation, changing trail conditions, exposed rocky ridges, and steep ridge climbs and descents. This section between Todd Harbor and Little Todd Harbor includes steep inclines and exposed ridges where navigation can be difficult—keep a look out for cairns marking the path. A creek is located near the junction to Little Todd Campground. Expect wet feet at this creek crossing.
Alternative Route: Take the Hatchet Lake Trail to the Greenstone Ridge Trail
The Hatchet Lake Trail is located 1.4 miles west of Todd Harbor Campground. The Hatchet Lake Trail—2.3 miles long—connects the Minong Ridge Trail to the Greenstone Ridge Trail. Many backpackers choose to hike the "easier" section of the Minong Ridge Trail—from McCargoe Cove to Todd Harbor—and then take the Hatchet Lake Trail to the Greenstone Ridge Trail.
Found Nearby
- Todd Harbor Campground
- Little Todd Harbor Campground
- Hatchet Lake Trail
- Hatchet Lake Campground
- Haytown Mine
Details
Duration
1 Day
Activity
Backcountry Camping
Pets Allowed
No
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Minong Ridge Trail at Isle Royale National Park
Reservations
No
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Accessibility Information
The trail is 18 inches wide and covered in rocks and roots.
Little Todd Campground
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Todd Harbor Campground
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Hatchet Lake Campground
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Basic Information
Amenities
Fire/Stove Policy
Toilet Types
Shower Types
Weather
Email Address
Phone number (Voice)
Mailing Address
Physical Address
Directions
Additional Information
Cell Phone Additional Information
Internet Additional Information
Regulations
Image Gallery
Accessibility Information