Mt. Ojibway Trail in Isle Royale National Park

Mt. Ojibway Trail

For some of the best views on the island, hike this hilly 5.1-mile roundtrip trail.

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Mt. Ojibway Trail Details

For some of the best views on the island, hike this hilly 5.1-mile roundtrip trail. Leaving from the Daisy Farm Campground and traveling along the Rock Harbor shore, you'll climb Ransom Hill to look upon towering Greenstone Ridge. Walk to the bottom of the hill to Tobin Creek bed, a pleasant respite before your steep ascent up Backbone Ridge. Stop at the lookout tower for unforgettable scenery.

Difficulty

Moderate

Distance

5.1 miles

Estimated time

4-5 hours

Region

N/A

Nearby Parks Around Mt. Ojibway Trail

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Cuyahoga

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660.0 mi away

Gateway Arch

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mt. Ojibway Trail

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1.0 mi away

Daisy Farm Trail

This trail provides views of Lake Superior and other smaller lakes.

1.3 mi away

Daisy Farm

This is one of the larger campgrounds in the park.

1.7 mi away

Edisen Fishery Dock

Day-use dock located next to the Rock Harbor Lighthouse.

1.7 mi away

Edisen Fishery

A commercial fishery named after the last remaining commercial fisher on the island, Pete Edisen.

1.8 mi away

Rock Harbor Lighthouse

The oldest lighthouse in Isle Royale; a quarter mile hike from the Edisen Fishery.