Scoville Point
The endpoint of a roughly 7-kilometer loop trail from Rock Harbor. A rocky headland overlooking Lake Superior, it is the most popular short hike.
The Scoville Point trail is the classic half-day hike from Rock Harbor. The loop is about 7 km: one side follows the shoreline of Rock Harbor, the other follows Tobin Harbor, passing through northern coniferous forest and exposed basalt. The trail ends at a rocky headland jutting into Lake Superior, and along the way interpretive signs explain the island's geology, vegetation, and the remains of early copper mining. The trail is gentle and takes about 2–3 hours, suitable for day visitors. Moose, foxes, and loons are often seen in the early morning and evening. The hike is free (included in the park entry fee). Please stay on the trail and do not step on the fragile lichen.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Raspberry Island
- Lookout Louise
- Rock Harbor
- Tobin Harbor
- Suzy's Cave
- Passage Island Lighthouse
- Rock Harbor Lighthouse & Edisen Fishery
- Mount Ojibway Tower & Daisy Farm