Raspberry Island
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| Alice Pawley |
Opposite Rock Harbor, this rugged outer island is a must-see for visitors. A one-mile, self-guided nature trail includes a boardwalk across a spruce bog past insect-eating plants. Tuesday and Friday evenings at 8 (at 7:30 August through Labor Day) the M.V. Sandy makes a sunset tour from Rock Harbor with time for a walk on the island led by a Sandy deck hand. Then the boat heads back past Scoville and Blake points and the Monarch shipwreck. For a shuttle to drop you off earlier for a day on Raspberry Island, make a reservation at the desk at Rock Harbor Lodge. Going to Raspberry Island is also an easy paddle on a calm day. Cost: $38/adults, $19 for children under 12. This tour is first-come, first-served and weather-dependent.
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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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