Pickerel Cove Campground
Houghton, Michigan · 620 ft · In Isle Royale National Park
Photos: NPS / Mike Ausema
At a glance
4 of 8 facts known · nps.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 620 ft (189 m)620 ft189 m
- Land
- Isle Royale National Park
National Park Service
Other campgrounds in Isle Royale National Park 1
Nearest first. This park is spread out: the closest is 18 miles away.
Also in the park: 8 group areas · 37 backcountry and High Sierra camps · 1 single site
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- Backcountry camping
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About
Pickerel Cove Campground is located in Pickerel Cove on the north shore of Isle Royale National Park. Canoe/kayak access from Pickerel Cove or via .1 mile portage from Lake Superior.
Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually.
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Cell service
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Cell service at Pickerel Cove Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedPartly Sunny53°43°
- ThuMostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers, 41% chance of rain54°40°
- FriChance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny, 39% chance of rain52°39°
- SatSunny52°45°
- SunMostly Sunny, 2% chance of rain56°45°
Nearby camping
SeeSee all on the mapOutside the park, nearest first.
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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