Climate Change at Isle Royale

Lake Superior’s cold, deep waters both isolate and protect Isle Royale from outside influences. Despite the island’s geographic separation, evidence has shown that it is not unaffected by the outside world. As our planet becomes more interconnected, it is unlikely Isle Royale will be able to remain isolated from forces like human driven climate change.

Things like rising temperatures, higher water levels, and more frequent severe storms will force inevitable change on Lake Superior, altering nearly every aspect of Isle Royale’s character - its habitats, ecosystems, historical and cultural resources, and, in turn, the human experience on the island.

These impacts are already being felt. Use the map below to learn about specific areas of climate concern on Isle Royale.

 

 

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  Research Video Library

  See what scientists in the park are up to with videos featuring various Isle Royale research projects.

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  Wood Frog

  Isle Royale Research and Monitoring

  "Frog loggers" record amphibian sounds around Isle Royale. Learn more about research conducted across Isle Royale.

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  Community Science

  Get involved with Community Science to participate in Isle Royale research projects.