The ice climbing community, which came out in the hundreds to the Michigan Ice Fest at Pictured Rocks, has upped the adventure and traversed across the half mile stretch of frozen water to the island.

There are 14 different background camping spots in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, each with multiple sites. They are walk-in sites only and only hammocks and tents are permitted.

Day hiking in the national lakeshore Pictured Rocks is home to more than 100 miles of hiking trails that lead to waterfalls, cultural sites and cliff-top views of Lake Superior, the parks website ...