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Oscoda, Michigan
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Hatchet Lake Campground is located on Hatchet Lake off of the Hatchet Lake Trail. This campground is located near the center of the island. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot
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Houghton is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
Michigan weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Houghton.
Don't miss local attractions near Houghton. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 23, 2026
Gorgeous campsites tucked away in a birch forest a few meters from the lakefront. The walk down to the lakefront is quick, and the lake is stunning in the early morning, easily one of my favorite campsites on isle royale. The hike down to the campground is rather long and steep, but well worth it.
Mar 23, 2026
Access to the campground from the Greenstone Ridge Trail is tough. Going down to the lake from the ridge at the end of the day was one of the most difficult stretches of trail on the island. Busy August conditions had us share a group site with 3 other parties but it was a great social atmosphere. Good water access. Watch for foxes around camp!
Mar 23, 2026
Didn’t go down to there, but got good words from other hikers about this campground. The the half mile spur from greenstone is really steep, remember they said it’s almost 500 ft.
Mar 23, 2026
Stayed in group site 2,. Nice shade
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