Greenstone Ridge Trail
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A legendary MIdwestern hiking adventure, the Greenstone takes you along the length of the island, 42 right along its uppermost backbone. Except for a few stretches, it's not an arduous hike, but the 4 to 5-day journey requires backpacking. You can start at either the southwest or northeast end, taking ferry back to the mainland either way. The views are not among the U.P.'s most spectacular, but there's a special allure to being on such an isolated place.
To get to Isle Royale, there are two boats that service the Island from Michigan, the Ranger III from Houghton and the Isle Royale Queen IV from Copper Harbor.The Ranger III in downtown Houghton begins carrying visitors to Isle Royale the first week of June and makes two trips per week to Isle Royale, every Tuesday and Friday, returning each Wednesday and Saturday through the second week of September. The Ranger III departs Houghton for Isle Royale at 9:00 a.m. EDT, Tuesday and Friday through the passenger season. Passengers are asked to arrive by 8:15 a.m., canoes/kayaks should arrive by 7:45 a.m. and private boats at 7:30 a.m.
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Return to Rock Harbor area
POINTS OF INTEREST
Greenstone Ridge Trail. One of the ultimate Midwestern getaway adventures: 5 days backpacking along the spine of remote, vehicle-free Isle Royale ... more
Five Fingers Area. Circle the island's scenic dramatic northeastern tip and cruise far inland to the Minong Mine ... more
Hiking and Paddling Isle Royale. Isle Royale offers exceptional opportunities both for hiking and paddling. Here's a look at your choices and tips for how to have a pleasant adventure ... more
Lookout Louise. At the northeastern end of Greenstone Ridge, this spot offers a view of the island's many bays and on a clear day, even the smokestacks of Thunder Bay, Ontario ... more
Passage Island Lighthouse. The all-day North Shore Cruise includes passing by the unusual Passage Island Lighthouse, made of Jacobsville sandstone ... more
Raspberry Island. This rugged outer island has a splendid one-mile self-guided nature trail. Highly recommended ... more
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