Rock Harbor
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Rock Harbor is the main access point for visitors landing on Isle Royale in northern Lake Superior. It sits at the eastern end of the forty-five mile long island, the whole of which is protected as Isle Royale National Park.
The name is properly applied to the long (eleven mile) stretch of coastline along the southeastern shore, from Moskey Basin to Stoll Point, that is screened by offshore islands such as Mott Island (site of the Park headquarters) from the open waters of Lake Superior. The site of the actual harborage and park service facilities is actually a small bay known as Snug Harbor; however, the name Rock Harbor is universally recognized to apply to the harbor itself.
Rock Harbor is reached by the Ranger III park service ferry, operating from Houghton, Michigan, the Copper Queen out of Copper Harbor, as well as seaplane service. Private berths are also available. A lodge (that predates the national park) is available, as well as camping facilities.
