Rob,
A number of years ago I had the joy of using a family member's place on the island for a few summers.
The trail starts on the west end and goes to the top down the center of the island. It is a beautiful and unspoilled hike. The view from the top is wonderfull. In season we picked blueberries as well. A 360 degree view of the lake as you can no where else. There was and I assume still is a small herd of Deer on the island and my son and I would see the every time we hiked there.
I have not seen any non waterfront cottages on the isalnd and that has kept the island so wonderfull.
Yes there is a construction road on the broads side that goes a little more than 1/3 down the island but only heavy duty vehicles and 4WD's could traverse it. There are lot markings on the interior side of the road and I was told that those are owned by the association.
Enjoy your time there as I feel island life is like no other on the lake.
Rattlesnake Gal - it would be great to see some photo's from the top as only islander's can go there. Is sure miss the island and tell my wife about it every time we pass by.
Just Sold