Bayfield is the gateway to 22 islands, 9 lighthouses, and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. It offers some of the best kayaking anywhere in North America. Paddle through emerald waters while coasting through sandstone cathedral-like sea caves.

First-time paddlers are encouraged to join a guided expedition. Here are two options for ½ day guided tours. The AM start ½ day tours would bring you back to Bayfield in the early afternoon leaving plenty of time before our late afternoon/early evening ceremony. There is also option for a night tour. Apostle Island Rustic Makwa Den and Trek and Trail are two options for kayak tours.

For those who are not interested in kayaking, there are boat cruises that go for 2-3 hours that show you even more. They are scheduled at different times throughout the day and can be booked through Apostle Island Cruises

We would recommend booking for Friday afternoon, Saturday morning (10am) or Sunday morning cruise.

Madeline Island is the largest of the Apostle Islands . The island is accessible by ferry by foot, bike, or car. The ferry ride is 25 minutes to the island and runs every ½ hour (every 1 hour for low traffic times).

The Anishinaabe name for Madeline Island is Mooniinwanekaaning-minis, which translates to Home of the Yellow Breasted Woodpecker. Public signage on Madeline Island is bilingual, with place names written in both English and Anishinaabe. There is plenty to keep you occupied for a full day, or just a morning or afternoon. Downtown La Pointe offers many artist galleries, shopping and restaurants. The Madeline Island Museum and the Heritage Center are some indoor options. There are bike rentals, beaches, golf courses and trails as well.

Bayfield Winery and Blue Ox Cidery, Copper Crow Distillery, South Shore Brewery Taphouse, Clipper Brewing Company and Adventure Club Brewing

Bayfield’s location near Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands creates a unique micro-climate, which allows fruits and berries to flourish on the land surrounding the city. During the summer months, you can find fresh strawberries, sweet and tart cherries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries. Along the loop there are various farms that you can visit: Hauser’s Superior View Farm, Highland Valley Farm (pick your own blueberries), Erickson Orchard (pick your own strawberries), Bluevista farms and many more.

Memorial park every Tuesday and Thursday. Concerts at Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua every Friday and Saturday (requires tickets). The Backstage every Wednesday open mic 6-9 pm

The Bayfield Peninsula and the Apostle Islands offer hundreds of miles of hiking trails with scenic overlooks of Lake Superior and sandstone formations. See link for options: https://www.bayfield.org/things-to-do/outdoors-recreation/hiking-trails/

Beaches: https://www.bayfield.org/things-to-do/beaches/

Superior Sport Fishing, Northern Lights Adventures, Beyond the Catch Guide Service

You can walk to all the shops within a square mile of downtown Bayfield from Front to Broad, Washington to Wilson. There are also many small stores and galleries that line Highway 13 between Bayfield, Washburn, and Cornucopia.