Isle Royale National Park is the most remote wilderness destination in the National Park system, accessible only by ferry or seaplane and requiring overnight permits for all backcountry stays. Located in Lake Superior’s northwest corner, this roadless archipelago rewards the journey with wolf and moose research opportunities, 165 miles of rugged hiking trails, and a solitude rare among America’s protected lands.
The park reopened for its 2026 season on April 16, with ferry service now running through late September. Getting there demands advance planning: the Voyageur II operates its circuit around the island May 9 …
