Isle Royale National Park

Isle Royale National Park is pleased to announce the opening of the Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) application period for the 2025 and 2026 Seasons. Beginning November 1, 2024, commercial operators offering guided land-based tours, including backcountry trips, day hikes, and educational/photography workshops, can apply for a two-year CUA through our updated online CUA portal.

In celebration of September National Wilderness Month, Isle Royale National Park invites you to explore the Isle Royale Wilderness Adventure, a new online experience for kids on www.nps.gov/isro.

On Monday, August 12, a female backpacker died while hiking near Lake LeSage at Isle Royale National Park after she experienced a sudden onset of medical complications.

On August 23, 2024, join Isle Royale National Park and Kaleidoscope for RANGER III Family Day. Families may reserve space aboard one of two free, hour-long scheduled waterway cruises. As space is limited, even though there is no cost for the cruise, reservations are required.

A Notice of Availability for the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Wilderness Stewardship Plan at Isle Royale National Park is now available. The Wilderness Act of 1964 requires wilderness to be managed in a way that preserves its character. In keeping with the law, the Wilderness Stewardship Plan and EIS identify three options, or alternatives, the park could take to manage wilderness areas.