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At just over ten miles in length, this remote trail will give hikers a true taste of the wilderness of Isle Royale.


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10.3

Miles

16.5

KM

Point to Point

1,155' 352 m

High

615' 187 m

Low

608' 185 m

Up

557' 170 m

Down

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

22%

Max Grade (12°)

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Features Commonly Backpacked · Fall Colors · Lake · Wildlife

Isle Royale is closed from November 1 through April 15.

Description

The Feldtmann Lake Trail stretches from the Siskiwit Bay Campground and overnight dock to the Feldtmann Lake Trail and Feldtmann Lake Campground. The first 3.5 miles are relatively easy, with no major climbs or descents. After this, hikers will be faced with one major climb up to the ridge. This climb is steady but you'll be rewarded with some nice views once you reach the top. Additionally, there is a lookout tower where you can enjoy some more impressive views.

After you reach the top, you'll enjoy a descent back off the ridge for the second half of the trail. There is one steep descent where you'll want to watch your footing as you leave the ridge and head down to Feldtmann Lake. The trail ends at the junction with the Feldtmann Lake Trail and Rainbow Cove Trail where you can head to the Feldtmann Lake Campground to set up camp for the night.

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Kristen Arendt

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Jun 20, 2024
Jenna Bobo
4mi
Jun 23, 2022
Traci Short
Beaver…hot…overgrown…dehydrated 10.3mi
Jul 27, 2021
Megan Davidson
Feldtmann Lake Campground to Siskiwit Bay Campground 11.4mi — 4h 44m
Jun 14, 2019
Kelly Wachholz
Jun 15, 2018
Kelly Wachholz
Sep 4, 2016
Andrew Szwak
Great views 2-3 miles from Feldmann Lake. Fire tower at midway point. Long descent through birch forest to siskiwit bay. — 6h 00m
Jun 29, 2016
Christine DeVries
10.4mi
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