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Lake Desor
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oliviakellis
March 31, 2025
Hiking
Lake Desor is the largest inland lake on Isle Royale, stretching over 2 miles long with a rugged shoreline. Unlike the cold, rocky waters of Lake Superior, Desor’s waters are often warmer and calmer, making it a great place for a refreshing swim after a long hike spruce and fir forest that surrounds it.
Brendan
February 27, 2023
Hiking
A large inland lake with campgrounds on the north and south shores, as spurs from the Minong Ridge Trail and Greenstone Ridge Trail, respectively.
Brendan
March 31, 2025
Hiking
A large inland lake with campgrounds on the north and south shores, as spurs from the Minong Ridge Trail and Greenstone Ridge Trail, respectively.
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4
hikers
26.5km
07:26
540m
540m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Hard
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Elevation 340 m
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