How much does Fort Wilkins Historic State Park cost?

Fort admission is free. A Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry.

What is the phone number for Fort Wilkins Historic State Park?

906-289-4215. The season ends mid-October, so late-September and early-October trips should call ahead.

Go See It

An 1844 Army fort at the tip of the Keweenaw, still standing because nobody ever fired a shot at it.

Address

15223 U.S. Highway 41, Copper Harbor, MI 49918

From Marquette: 147 mi via US-41 N
Cost: A Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry.
Season: The state historic sites page says the fort opens for the season on May 15.
Hours: To dusk, daily.
From the Bridge: 5 hr 29 min (310 mi) via US-41 N (toll on the Bridge)

Allow about two hours for a visit.
Staff in period costume demonstrate Army life from the fort's final active years, during the summer months.
The park also has a modern campground (159 sites), two cabins and a 2.5-mile trail.
Park phone. 906-289-4215. The season ends mid-October, so late-September and early-October trips should call ahead.

Verified September 29, 2026