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by jmhoying
Tue Jul 13, 2010 8:29 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Campsite information (McCargoe to Chippewa)
Replies: 4
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Re: Campsite information (McCargoe to Chippewa)

Thanks for all the information. Yes, we are taking the Voyager II and the drop off is on the 31st. Pickup is on the 3rd.
High spots with overlooks is something we enjoy, so we'll definitely check out the ones you mentioned.

Thanks much,
Jack
Fort Loramie, Ohio


Hi Jack,

Traveling via the Voyager ...
by jmhoying
Mon Jul 12, 2010 10:18 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Campsite information (McCargoe to Chippewa)
Replies: 4
Views: 3489

Campsite information (McCargoe to Chippewa)

Hello,
In a few weeks (August 1st), we'll be making our first trip to Isle Royale. We are going to be dropped off at McCargoe Cove and will be picked up at Chippewa Harbor 3 days later. Does anyone have suggestion on the best campsites along that route? I know this route doesn't cover many miles ...
by jmhoying
Wed Apr 14, 2010 10:00 pm
Forum: Transportation & Lodging
Topic: Camping/Parking at Grand Portage
Replies: 3
Views: 3574

Camping/Parking at Grand Portage

Hello,
We are planning a 3 day trip to IR in late July and will be leaving from Grand Portage. We are pulling a camper and would probably like to camp the night before in the Grand Portage area, and will need to park a van and camper while we are on the island. Is there adequate parking at the ...
by jmhoying
Wed Apr 14, 2010 9:43 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: First visit to Isle Royale
Replies: 6
Views: 3407

Re: First visit to Isle Royale

Thanks for the replies! We'll probably do the McCargoe to Chippewa trip. Will we need to get a permit beforehand, or can it be had while the Voyager is in Windigo for the 1/2 hour?
Jack
by jmhoying
Sun Apr 11, 2010 6:21 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: First visit to Isle Royale
Replies: 6
Views: 3407

First visit to Isle Royale

We've always wanted to visit Isle Royale and are finally going to make the trip this year at the end of July. We are limited in time and just want to get a feel for the island. We have backpacking gear, but can only commit to two, maybe three nights. We're not sure how much the terrain/character of ...