Minong Ridge Trail in Isle Royale

Minong Ridge Trail

This 28.5-mile-long trail was constructed to allow firefighters access to the northern part of the island.

Guide Sections

Use Minong Ridge Trail's guide sections to understand how this stop fits into the larger park plan.

Hiking

Minong Ridge Trail Details

Difficulty

High

Distance

28.5 miles

Estimated time

2-3 days

Region

N/A

This 28.5-mile-long trail was constructed to allow firefighters access to the northern part of the island. Connecting McCargoe Cove to Windigo, it's rugged, undeveloped and loosely maintained, providing a nice backcountry feel. Constant ascents and descents along with long sections of stone footing make this a challenging hike. However, rewards like few crowds, abundant wildllife and spectacular views of Canada make it all worth the trouble.