Lookout Louise

The Brockway Mountain of Isle Royale is Lookout Louise. It's the northeastern end of Greenstone Ridge and the end of the Greenstone Ridge Trail. It offers an amazing, map-like view of many bays and islands. A virtual microcosm of the island and its flora and fauna, this area is especially beautiful in the fog.

On a clear day the smokestacks of Thunder Bay can be seen. On Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 12:30 the M.V. Sandy takes visitors from Rock Harbor four miles around Scoville Point to the trailhead at Hidden Lake, a place where moose are often seen. A park ranger leads a guided hike a mile to Lookout Louise, a 320-foot climb. (Cost of cruise: $38, or $19 for children 12 and under.) From here, you can return with the boat or, if you prepare for it, hike 10.2 miles back to Rock Harbor.

Of course, you could also arrive by your own boat, or hike. Cruises are first-come, first-served and weather dependent.

Return to Rock Harbor area

ROCK HARBOR AREA
POINTS OF INTEREST

Edisen Fishery and Rock Harbor lighthouse. The island lighthouse is one of the oldest on Lake Superior. A 1930s commercial fishery here is wonderfully brought back to life by a resident fisherman ... more

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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