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Isle Royale National Park
Things To Do
Ranger III moves through Middle Island Passage.
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Ranger III going through Middle Island Passage.
 

The Arrival

For the past few hours, total strangers have become united, not as acquaintances or friends, but united in the power of what lies ahead.

 
Passengers arrive at the Rock Harbor Dock.
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Passengers arrive at the Rock Harbor Dock.
 

The feeling of excitement, awe, exhilaration, hope, fear, apprehension have all arrived.  Soon the journey begins with a dip of the paddle, the lacing of boots, the stroll to the lodge, or the turn of the key.

 
Passengers at dock in Rock Harbor.
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Passengers at the Rock Harbor dock.
 

For these visitors have “Things to Do”, which expand their horizons, challenge their abilities, deepen friendships, bond father to son, mother to daughter, give meaning to life, relax the soul, slow the pace of life, humble the mind, and create the avenue for change.  The arrival unites them all with the awesome power found inside Isle Royale National Park. 

 
Aerial of the north shore of the Island.
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Aerial view of the north shore of the Island.
Areal view of the Rock of Ages Lighthouse on a sunny day with few clouds.  

Did You Know?
Rock of Ages Lighthouse contained a second-order Fresnel lens which was the largest sized lens on the Great Lakes. View this magnificent lens at the Windigo Visitor Center.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 16:42 EST