Washington Creek Campground

About

Washington Creek Campground sits along Washington Creek near Windigo on Isle Royale's southwest end. This remote backcountry campground is accessible only by foot, canoe, kayak, or private boat, with Windigo Dock located 0.3 miles away. The campground offers 10 shelters and 15 individual tent sites available first-come, first-served, plus 4 group tent sites that require advance reservations through the park. The Windigo Visitor Center, Washington Harbor Store, and Windigo Comfort Station are all accessible from the campground. Seasonal amenities at Windigo include flush toilets, coin-operated hot showers, laundry facilities, potable water, fuel, and a pump-out station. The campground has outhouses and food storage lockers. Campfires are not permitted; only self-contained camp stoves are allowed. Isle Royale is a true wilderness experience. Campers should be prepared to collect, filter, and treat their own drinking water when seasonal facilities are not operating. A free overnight permit is required for small parties of 6 or fewer, while groups of 7-10 must reserve group sites in advance for $25 per permit. A 3-night consecutive stay limit applies from June 1 through September 17.

Directions

Washington Creek Campground is located along Washington Creek near Windigo on the southwest end of Isle Royale, off of the Feldtmann Lake, Minong, and Greenstone Ridge Trails. Access is by foot, canoe, kayak, or private boat only. Boats can stay at Windigo Dock (average depth 4-20 feet) and walk 0.3 miles to the campground. Ferry service is available from Houghton, MI via the Ranger III or from other ports via concession ferries and seaplanes.