Amygdaloid
A small island located off the northeastern shore of Isle Royale made almost completely of basalt.
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Amygdaloid Details
Amygdaloid Island is named because the shape of the pink agates found were almond-shaped (amygdaloidal). This amazing island is only 0.25 miles wide and 3.8 miles long, making it easy to explore the entire thing in a short amount of time. It is a beautiful area that wasn't heavily explored by humans until the 1990s when kayaking became a more popular means of transportation, because it can only be accessed by water, around the park. However, the waters leading to it can be difficult, so beginning kayakers are discouraged from making this their first trip into Lake Superior. Amygdaloid Island is located just off the northeastern shore of Isle Royale.
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Nearby Parks Around Amygdaloid
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Amygdaloid
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1.4 mi away
Crystal Cove Dock
Located on the eastern tip of Amygdaloid Island.
1.6 mi away
Belle Isle Campround
This campground is located on a spit of land on the northern end of Belle Harbor.
2.0 mi away
Amygdaloid Island Dock
Near the Visitor Center on Amygdaloid Island.
3.1 mi away
Mt. Ojibway Trail
For some of the best views on the island, hike this hilly 5.1-mile roundtrip trail.
3.2 mi away
Mount Franklin
This all-day hike, located in the Rock Harbor section of the park, is 10 miles roundtrip and travels to a scenic overlook.
