Im probably just going to settle and take a 4 day hiking trip around the Eastern side of the island using one of the typical itineraries. That would be fun also. I think that's your best bet from the UP. A lot of folks want to hike end-to-end just because it seems like the thing to do, but some of ...

Second Chippy's response with a couple caveats:
1. I always bring a headnet and always will--light weight insurance.
3. That time of year I'm prepared for <50 to >80. I've seen it vary that much in the same day. A strong wind off the lake is cold, esp with rain or fog. I rarely used gloves though.

I carry 2 canisters in case 1 leaks. Haven't had it happen, but know of at least 1 other who has--probably left the stove on it and not closed tight, but nonetheless.

I like plan B better. While some (many?) consider the Tobin/Duncan portage the portage of death, I'd rather do it than the 2+ mile Moskey/Ritchie portage. Not fun, esp. with kayaks, but allow a few hrs and take your time and you'll be OK. Because once there you're in nicest paddling in the park. Wit...

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Is there a depository for fuel cans? So we can’t fly out with fuel what do we do with it when leaving the island?

You can leave it with a ranger at the visitor centers. They keep an emergency supply.

Nice description Bobcat! Sounds like it would be a good idea to mark your poles. The one time I took the Ranger we did get off at Mott Is (with a canoe), so the concern was making sure our gear was on that cart--the help kept trying to direct us to the R.H. ones.

Welcome to the forums. Sounds like a great trip and great to see you getting out with your daughter while she's young. Personally I always brought our own lifejackets for our kids when they were small--never trusted what someone else may have, even if they had something. I don't think I ever added t...

Thanks for another great report--your way with words is wonderful!

I know McCargoe is a favorite of many here, but Chippewa is on my list of must-stay locations. Plus I know I'll hit McCargoe when I eventually hike the Minong. I thought about taking a water taxi out to CH to start this trip, but I really want to hike the length of the Rock Harbor Trail. Since you'...

I've read conflicting reports on landing at the far end of Tobin. Most say it's not easy, but I remember at least one saying it isn't bad. Haven't tried it myself.

Note the original post has been deleted because it was spam, but y'all can continue the conversation if you wish. The board admins usually catch these before you see them, but they've gotten more sophisticated and actually try (and succeed) to write a legit appearing post or reply. The key in this c...

Note the aerial shoreline pics are from 2012 and water levels are up a couple feet from then. And up from my pics too. Pics I have easily accessible (i.e. FB). Belle Isle, not good pics, but maybe a sense of the pebble beach. Beach inside most of the cove. 1935542_1187420319601_1802929_n.jpg Another...

First, I must say I am concerned about doing that route in Sept. On my Sept trips I've never seen a weather window where I would paddle around Blake Pt, or outside of any of the protected bays on the NE side. Last year we ran into a group of experienced kayakers that had a couple dump in 6' seas at ...

Agree, get going early. Not guaranteed to be calm, but there is a pattern. Also, my last 2 trips that included canoeing on Rock Harbor were in Sept, and there's definitely a noticeable change in weather patterns--windier and longer blows. End of July/beginning of Aug is probably the calmest time of ...

Good choice! The mine is pretty cool and agree with everything dcclark says. I was going to suggest the Feldtmann Loop on the west end as another option, but you can save that for the next trip. If you're still looking for moose by the time you get to Chippewa, take the short hike to Mason Lake, the...