Last updated: February 23, 2022
Thing to Do
Walk the Windigo Nature Trail
© VALERIE MARTIN
About this Trail
- Mileage: About 1.2 miles
- Rocks and roots on trail
- Boardwalks slippery when wet
Trailheads
- Windigo
- Feldtmann Lake Trail
Explore the varied forest environments of Windigo as you stroll along this gently rolling trail. Traverse fern-filled cedar lowlands, wanter through hard wood forests of maple and birch and watch for evidence of wildlife in the boreal forest. Pick up a trail guide at the Visitor Center to deepen your understanding of this diverse area. The trail begins up the hill past the Visitor Center.
Found Nearby
- Windigo
- Windigo Marina
- Windigo Store
- Washington Creek Campground
- Huginnin Cove Campground
- Grace Creek Overlook
- Minong Ridge Overlook
Details
Duration
1-2 Hours
Activity
Front-Country Hiking
Pets Allowed
No
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Windigo Nature 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.
Nearby Campgrounds
Washington Creek Campground
Closed
Basic Information
Washington Creek Campground is located along Washington Creek near Windigo on the southwest end of Isle Royale, off of the Feldtmann Lake, Minong, and Greenstone Ridge Trails. The Windigo Visitor Center, Windigo Store, and Windigo Comfort Station are all accessible from the campground. Boats can stay at Windigo Dock (average depth at dock 4'-20') or stay and walk .3 miles to campground.
Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – September 17 annually
Shelters: 10
Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat
Stay Limit: 3 nights from June 1 – September 17 annually
Shelters: 10
Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat
TOTAL SITES: 19
Electric Hookups: 0
RV Only: 0
Tent Only: 5
Walk to/Boat to: 19
Group: 4
Horse: 0
Other: 10
Amenities
- Cell Phone Reception
- No
- Internet Connectivity
- No
- Trash/Recycling Collection
- Yes, Seasonal
- Food Storage Lockers
- No
- Camp Store
- Yes, Seasonal
- Ice for Sale
- Yes, Seasonal
- Firewood for Sale
- No
- Staff On Site
- Yes, Seasonal
- Amphitheater
- Yes, Seasonal
- Laundry
- Yes, Seasonal
- Dump Station
- Yes, Seasonal
- Potable Water
- Potable Water - Seasonal
Fire/Stove Policy
Self-contained stoves only.
Toilet Types
- Flush Toilets - seasonal
- Composting Toilets - seasonal
Shower Types
- Hot - Seasonal
- Coin-Operated - Seasonal
Weather
Isle Royale National Park is a remote archipelago in the middle of Lake Superior. To make the most of your visit, it is necessary that you plan ahead and prepare. Be aware that many services and items that are available on the mainland are not available at Isle Royale. Due to the unpredictable waters of Lake Superior and its effect on island weather, be prepared for any and all weather conditions.
Small-party Camping (6 people or less)
No fee for small-party camping. A free overnight permit is required.
$0.00
Group Tent Sites
4 Group Sites by advanced reservation only. All parties of 7 or more must submit group permit requests through the park's online request system. The fee is a per permit cost for each party within a group of 7 or more.
$25.00
Email Address
Phone number (Voice)
Mailing Address
800 E. Lakeshore DriveHoughton, MI 49931
Physical Address
800 E. Lakeshore DriveHoughton, MI 49931
Directions
Washington Creek Campground is located along Washington Creek near Windigo on the southwest end of Isle Royale, off of the Feldtmann Lake, Minong, ,and Greenstone Ridge Trails.Regulations
All park visitors pay an entrance fee. Self-contained stoves only. Treated water supply. Dogs, cats, and other pets are not allowed. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. EDT/ 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. CDT.
Fishing licenses are not required for inland lakes and streams on the island. However, Michigan size, season, and possession limits still apply. Only barbless hooks and artificial lures and flies may be used on inland lakes and streams. A State of Michigan fishing license is required to fish in the waters of Lake Superior.
Individual tent sites and shelters are first come, first serve. Group tent sites must be reserved in advance only.
Image Gallery
NPS / Paul Brown
NPW / Uwe Konopka
NPS / Margaret Barse
NPS / Margaret Barse
Accessibility Information
ADA Information - Uneven, rough terrain throughout campground. Facilities are not accessible. Some facilities are accessible in the immediate Windigo area.
Wheelchair Access - No wheelchair access in campground. Some roads are wheelchair accessible in the immediate Windigo area.
RV & Trailer Information - No RV/Trailer access.
RV Allowed - No
Trailer Allowed - No
Classification - This campground is a developed campground.
Huginnin Cove Campground
Closed
Basic Information
Huginnin Cove Campground is located at Huginnin Cove, on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the West and East Huginnin Cove Trails.
Stay Limit: 3 consecutive nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually.
Access: Foot/canoe/kayak access. No dock available for boats.
Stay Limit: 3 consecutive nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually.
Access: Foot/canoe/kayak access. No dock available for boats.
TOTAL SITES: 5
Electric Hookups: 0
RV Only: 0
Tent Only: 5
Walk to/Boat to: 5
Group: 0
Horse: 0
Other: 0
Amenities
- Cell Phone Reception
- No
- Internet Connectivity
- No
- Trash/Recycling Collection
- No
- Food Storage Lockers
- No
- Camp Store
- No
- Ice for Sale
- No
- Firewood for Sale
- No
- Staff On Site
- No
- Amphitheater
- No
- Laundry
- No
- Dump Station
- No
- Potable Water
- Non-Potable Water
Fire/Stove Policy
Self-contained stoves only.
Toilet Types
- Composting Toilets - seasonal
Shower Types
- None
Weather
Isle Royale National Park is a remote archipelago in the middle of Lake Superior. To make the most of your visit, it is necessary that you plan ahead and prepare. Be aware that many services and items that are available on the mainland are not available at Isle Royale. Due to the unpredictable waters of Lake Superior and its effect on island weather, be prepared for any and all weather conditions.
Small-party Camping (6 people or less)
No fee for small-party camping. A free overnight permit is required.
$0.00
Email Address
Phone number (Voice)
Mailing Address
800 E. Lakeshore DriveHoughton, MI 49931
Physical Address
800 E. Lakeshore DriveHoughton, MI 49931
Directions
Hugunnin Cove Campground is located at Hugunnin Cove on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park, off of the West and East Hugunnin Cove Trails.Regulations
All park visitors pay an entrance fee. Self-contained stoves only. Dogs, cats, and other pets are not allowed. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. EDT/ 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. CDT.
Fishing licenses are not required for inland lakes and streams on the island. However, Michigan size, season, and possession limits still apply. Only barbless hooks and artificial lures and flies may be used on inland lakes and streams. A State of Michigan fishing license is required to fish in the waters of Lake Superior.
Individual tent sites are first come, first serve.
Image Gallery
NPS / Katie Keller
NPS / Katie Keller
Bridget Byrne
Accessibility Information
ADA Information - Uneven, rough terrain throughout campground. Facilities are not accessible.
Wheelchair Access - No wheelchair access.
RV & Trailer Information - No RV/Trailer access.
RV Allowed - No
Trailer Allowed - No
Classification - This campground is a primitive camping area.