ISLE ROYALE
"Whether you enjoy the luxurious side of glamping, or the bare bones "roughing" it like the ol' bucks, we've got something for everyone. The Hazy J. is the ideal vessel for navigating Isle Royale National Park and Lake Superior."
- Lacy Cygan, Captain & CEO
"Hop aboard the Hazy J. as we depart from Eagle Harbor, Michigan in the Upper Peninsula, Destined for "The Rock", we voyage forty-one nautical miles across Lake Superior at a heading of 336°, green buoy to red buoy, arriving at Middle Islands Passage in comfort & safety."
- Justin Cygan, Head Captain
ADVENTURES
Whether you are seeking to conquer specific goals on your next Isle Royale vacation, or want to relax and let us do all the leg work AND the brain work. We offer several options to maximize your time on Isle Royale.
Fisherman's Dream
Fresh fish nuggets ALL day, EVERY day!! Target giant Lake Trout, vivacious salmon, massive Northern pike and sooo much more! There is no shortage of excitement and adventure when you're catching a fish on Isle Royale.
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Circumnavigation
We navigate the HAZY J. through 450 glorious islands. Get TWO National Park passport stamps along the way. Experience the magnitude and magnificence that is Isle Royale National Park.
Four Lighthouses
Check off these rare Michigan lighthouses from your list! Featuring Passage Island, Menagerie Island, Rock of Ages, and Rock Harbor Light. We can also help you get to other lights in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan, or Great Lakes.
Photography Enthusiast
Love taking pictures? Are you a night owl AND an early bird? Take advantage of the entire day with breath-taking sunrises, endless sunsets, night sky photography and more! Just like the weather, no two days are the same.
Historical Exploration
Delve inside the island's extensive historical past. From ancient copper mines, to a cemetery, shipwrecks, lighthouses, a golf course, Victorian-era cabins, the "Mooseum" and much more! The history is as rich as the copper that runs through it.
Expert's Choice
Vacation like the pro's at U.P. Adventure Company! We will take you to our favorite destinations on Isle Royale. From our favorite docks and camps, to beloved islands, best fishing spots to the coolest hikes-- this is the adventure standard!
These are minimum ALL-INCLUSIVE prices for the Expert's Choice, the adventure standard. For more details, please read this Planning An Isle Royale Adventure .PDF below. Ask us about 6th person pricing!
When you're ready, book online!
★ All fishing trips are interchangeable with boating adventures (non-fishing).
All prices include 4 passengers — add a 5th passenger for $100.
Please contact us for 6-passenger arrangements.
★ Even in summer, bring warm layers and a spare change of clothes.
Feel free to bring your own snacks & drinks!
★ Anyone age 17+ must have a Michigan fishing license (if applicable).
Purchase through the Michigan DNR HERE.
★ We filet & bag all fish you keep — included in your trip!
★ Payment options:
Cash • Check • PayPal • Venmo • Credit Card (5% digital processing fee)
NOW ACCEPTING: Affirm, AfterPay, PayPal Pay Later
★ Deposits are applied to your total trip cost.
Your remaining balance is due at the conclusion of your adventure.
We do not store credit card info — please be prepared to pay your balance on trip day.
★ Prepaid trips are non-refundable but may be transferred and never expire.
Cancellations 30+ days before your trip may be refunded (minus digital processing fees).
Deposits are non-refundable within 30 days.
Isle Royale deposits are non-refundable within 2 weeks.
★ All trips require safe, fishable weather.
If the Captain must cancel for safety, you may choose:
• Deposit refund (minus 5% digital processing fee)
• Reschedule your adventure
★ We are NOT a transportation service to/from Isle Royale. However, on a case-to-case basis we can provide transportation to/from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to Isle Royale if all other transportation services are exhausted. These trips will be coordinated with the NPS CUA Department. Transport-ONLY trips start at $2000 and are weather dependent.
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