Birch Island Campground
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594 ftPrice
$3 - $8/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
2 campsites
Season
Open seasonally from...
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Unknown
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Quick Facts
594 ftPrice
$3 - $8/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
2 campsites
Season
Open seasonally from...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
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"Birch Island Campground receives positive feedback for its solitude and fishing opportunities. It is described as remote and less frequently visited, making it ideal for those seeking quiet and seclusion."
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Birch Island Campground
800 E. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MN, 49931, USA
Best Time to Camp at Birch Island Campground
Isle Royale's weather tells its own dramatic story, with nature's moods shifting from gentle summer breezes to fierce winter gales. Visitors should prepare for the island's temperamental personality—moderate snowfall can dust the landscape while powerful winds sweep across the exposed northern shores. The region's characteristic low precipitation creates crisp, clear days perfect for photography, though freezing conditions during shoulder seasons remind adventurers that this is truly a northern wilderness where preparation meets paradise.
Open June 1–Labor Day; described gentle summer breezes and peak-season access.
Campground open only through Labor Day; generally closed during fall.
Opens June 1; spring access not supported.
Closed outside June 1–Labor Day; winter gales noted but site not open for winter use.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: June 1 through Labor Day.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open seasonally from June 1 through Labor Day.
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