The view from Lookout Louise was unobstructed. It was foggy when I was at Mt Franklin. Daisy Farm was as far west as we hiked. Truly, there were gorgeous views no matter where I was. It is an amazing place.

Plan A: arrive at Rock Harbor, rent a canoe, paddle across Tobin Bay and hike to Lookout Louise. We couldn't go because the fog 'grounded' all canoes and boats. So, instead, we hiked Scoville trail. The fog was amazing. It would come in and completely hide the trail, the lake, the rocks...just every...

We did Mt Franklin in fog. MT Oijibway was clear and gorgeous. I have a fear of heights, but forced myself (step by step holding onto both rails) to the first observation level. It was so beautiful. I have to admit, I think the view from Lookout Louise is the best I've ever seen.

He said it was a green inline spinner

Plan A: arrive at Rock Harbor, rent a canoe, paddle across Tobin Bay and hike to Lookout Louise. We couldn't go because the fog 'grounded' all canoes and boats. So, instead, we hiked Scoville trail. The fog was amazing. It would come in and completely hide the trail, the lake, the rocks...just every...

My first trip to Isle Royale is complete; thanks for all the help for my nephew's fishing adventure. He caught a huge Northern Pike at Lake Ritchie. He didn't catch anything at Hidden Lake (we did see a young bull moose tho). It was indeed a trip to remember, and he is already planning another with ...

Just back from my first Isle Royale trip and thanks to all of the great advice and help, the trip was an amazing adventure. Your ideas helped me plan and even tho we had some fog issues, I had plans B, C, D, and E ready. I am grateful for all of you on this forum...thanks again.

Just returned from my first Isle Royale trip.Thanks for all the advice here, I had prepared for bugs and wet weather and neither were an issue. Fog however was. Again, thanks to your foresight and advice, I had plan B, C, D, and E in place. It was a wonderful adventure. Thanks for all the help

Great idea Midwest Ed. Thanks again and again

thanks Midwest Ed! I'll check with the lodge when we check-in. Trying to have the schedule (depending on the weather of course) in place (there's 4 of us and 1 of me doing the planning). You have all been so very helpful. Thanks.

Thanks ever so much for taking time to help me. I am so very excited about this trip...it has been on my list for far too many years.

Bobcat1: we are staying at the Lodge. I love to hike...camp not so much.

Bobcat1: we are staying at the Lodge. I love to hike...camp not so much.

can I use the MV Sandy on Saturday (the Rock Harbor Lighthouse cruise at 9:00) will they drop us off at Daisy Farm? We will need most of the day to hike. We arrive at noon on Thursday and leaving on QIV on Sunday at 2:45. Or, as you say, perhaps a water taxi.

Bobcat1...you are so very correct! Thanks for the information....maybe MV Sandy?