Missing Michigan hiker found alive on Isle Royale

A 70-year-old Michigan hiker who had been reported missing since Sept. 6 was found alive and alert on Saturday, according to Isle Royale National Park officials.

Craig Berg of Royal Oak, Mich., had been on a multi-day hike along the Greenstone Trail, a 40-mile route that runs the length of the 206-square-mile island in Lake Superior.

Berg was scheduled to leave Isle Royale aboard the Ranger III a week ago on Sept. 5 and return home. When he did not arrive home as expected, his family contacted law enforcement and reported him missing the following day.

Authorities said backpackers found Berg in Isle Royale National Park, but did not provide any additional information about how or where he was found.

“Additional information will take time to investigate and share,” Isle Royale National Park officials said.

In a social media post, national park officials said, “The National Park Service thanks all employees and partners who assisted with the successful search.”

Since Berg was reported missing, national park staff, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the Michigan State Police, along with other agencies have been involved in search efforts.

Below is a sign that was posted on Isle Royale National Park alerting backpackers and visitors that Craig Berg was missing.

Kalli Hawkins September 12, 2026