2024-2025 Bayfield Travel Guide

“Winery tastings with friends make for lovely afternoons. ”

–Alecia A Bayfield Visitor

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kayaks, on a lake?!

Me and my adventurous mom!”

–April A Bayfield Visitor

“The Snow Arrived :)”

–Kelsey A Bayfield Visitor

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DRIVE TIME

DULUTH MN: 1HR 45 MIN

MINNEAPOLIS MN: 3HR 50 MIN

MADISON WI: 5HR 30 MIN

MILWAUKEE WI: 6HR 20 MIN

CHICAGO IL: 7HR 30 MIN

Bayfield is located in the far north of Wisconsin, on the beautiful, sandy south shore of Lake Superior. Be sure to stop by our visitor center for information about what to see and do.

bayfield: where the water meets the soul

The “Gateway to the Apostle Islands,” “The Berry Capital of Wisconsin,” and “The Smallest City in Wisconsin” are all accolades Bayfield has earned. With a year-round population of 584 people, Bayfield is the smallest incorporated city in the state

The unspoiled beauty of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands make our city the best place for fresh scenery, stays, and experiences. Along the Highway 13 National Scenic Byway you’ll find some of the finest whiskeys, the most innovative retreats and the best fall festival; all features making Bayfield one of the best small Midwestern towns in the United States, according to USA Today readers.

Your adventure begins as you drive north to Bayfield along the Gitchigami shoreline through rolling hills, before it plateaus into the city limits. As you slow down, be sure to stop by Wisconsin’s oldest pottery studio, Eckels Pottery and Fine Craft Gallery, or grab a homemade pie or turnover from the Gourmet Garage.

When you turn the corner, you’ll be welcomed with a panoramic view of Lake Superior and Madeline Island before making your way down historic Rittenhouse Avenue. You’ll find a mix of historic buildings turned into modern lounges, galleries, and accommodations. You won’t find any big box stores along the main corridor; only locally-owned shops and galleries with friendly staff inviting you to take a piece of Bayfield home with you. Stay within walking distance in modernized historic buildings, renovated vacation rentals, or boutique-style motels.

At the end of Rittenhouse Avenue is your chance to get on the water with the Apostle Island Cruise Service. The narrated tour boats are filled with visitors gripping their binoculars in anticipation of getting a closer look at eagles flying overhead and sea caves carved along the shorelines of the 22 Apostle Islands.

Walk along the path in Memorial Park and take in the sailboats and fishing boats coming and going from the marina. Walk another block north and catch the Madeline Island ferry to see Bayfield from a new vantage point.

The ferry terminal connects travelers and their vehicles from the mainland to Madeline Island, the only currently inhabited island in the archipelago. The ferry runs several times a day throughout the year whenever the channel is free enough from ice to operate.

Back on the mainland in the winter, the heavy lakeeffect snow makes the area a mecca for active outdoor enthusiasts. Mt. Ashwabay’s 40 kilometers of pristine

Nordic ski trails make it the perfect winter destination. Cozy lodging facilities are a splendid home base for those who prefer to curl up next to the fire with a book from Honest Dog Books or Apostle Islands Booksellers. Our robust winter season offers plenty of opportunity to ski and snowshoe miles of forested trails or explore the extensive Bayfield County trail system on a snowmobile.

When the ground starts to thaw in spring, you’ll find Bayfield’s farmers and orchardists tending to their crops. With a climate tempered by its proximity to the greatest of the Great Lakes and protected by rolling hills, Bayfield is famous for its fruit production; a rarity in such a northern latitude. Known as the “Berry Capital of Wisconsin,” you’ll find Bayfield cherries, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and currants. You can pick up a pint or more or pick your own at farms along the “Fruit Loop,” located just two miles from downtown Bayfield. These fruits can be found in various dishes and drinks around Bayfield, in your favorite homestyle pie, cider, jelly, jam, or craft drink of choice. Also in the “Fruit Loop” are a dozen apple orchards, which are celebrated every fall during Apple Festival. Join us the first full weekend of October to enjoy uniquely Bayfield apple creations and entertainment.

Just north of Bayfield is the tribal hub of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa in GaaMiskwaabikaang (Red Cliff). The Anishanaabe (Ojibwe) First Nations people have long been stewards of the region. Their native culture is being studied, showcased, and preserved everywhere you turn. Take a hike at Frog Bay, the first Tribal National Park in the United States. After your hike, quench your thirst at Copper Crow Distillery, the first indigenous-owned distillery in the country. There’s always something to do in spring (ziigwan), summer (niibin), fall (dagwaagin), and winter (biboon).

Lake Superior’s unmatched beauty is what keeps people coming back to experience all of what Bayfield has to offer. Come often and stay long. Explore Bayfield and the Apostle Islands for yourself. Start planning your adventure today.

Photo Credit: Jeff Rennicke

TO-DO LIST

SEE WATERFALLS

Lost Creek Falls, Houghton Falls, and Twin Falls are all just a short drive from Bayfield.

VISIT GALLERIES

A thriving art scene. From leather to watercolors... spend the day visiting galleries and see the artists at work!

WATCH BAYFIELD BLOOM

Downtown flowers flourish under the sunny skies beside Lake Superior. Enjoy as you shop! Check out 'Bayfield in Bloom' on our events calendar.

RELAX AND LEARN

Attend an all-inclusive retreat. Get inspired by the nature around you and spend a few days learning yoga, photography, painting, quilting, and more.

fall

TO-DO LIST

VISIT THE ORCHARDS

Pick your own apples, sample cider, fresh baked goods, and the beauty of autumn leaves. This is a must-do Fall experience.

GO TASTING

Wineries, cideries, a brewery and distillery. All local, all delicious. Find a favorite and enjoy!

HIKE

The Big Ravine trail system and Brownstone Trail can be accessed just a few blocks from Rittenhouse Avenue, both are worth a look during prime fall colors. Great photo ops!

CHECK OUT ISLAND LIFE

Take the 20-minute ferry ride to Madeline Island. Big Bay State Park and Town Park are well worth a visit with great sand beaches and boardwalks around a private lagoon.

TO-DO LIST

CHARTER A SAILBOAT

The sea caves like you've never seen them before. Relax and enjoy, or the adventerous can take the helm!

PICK BERRIES TAKE IN SOME MUSIC

Strawberries, currants, juneberries, cherries, raspberries, gooseberries, blueberries, blackberries... you get the idea. Pick your own at Bayfield orchards and fruit farms.

Get tickets for a magical show at Big Top Chautauqua or bring a picnic dinner to a Concert by the Lake on Tuesday and Thursday nights.

KAYAK THE SEA CAVES

Get an up-close look at stone cathedrals and crevices! An unforgettable way to experience the sea caves of the Apostle Islands National Lakshore.

winter

TO-DO LIST

FISH

Hire a guide and experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure ice fishing among the Apostle Islands.

SNUGGLE UP WITH A BOOK

Cozy lodging by the Big Lake pairs perfectly with a local read from a bookstore in downtown Bayfield.

HIT THE TRAILS

Snowshoe or Nordic ski on Bayfield's awesome trails. Bayfield gets snow sooner than many other places, and Mt. Ashwabay is the place to be!

ICE CAVES

Hike the Lakeshore Trail from Meyers Beach for great views of the ice caves from above. This trail is open all year 'round!

ANNUAL EVENTS

Embrace the Vibrancy of Every Season with Unforgettable Events

Discover the charm of Bayfield with seasonal festivals and events that promise an exceptional experience. Whether you're handpicking apples, discovering the arts, or embarking on a daring swim from Bayfield to Madeline Island, our events are bound to leave lasting memories. Bayfield stands as a hub for some of Wisconsin's finest festivals, with our renowned Bayfield Apple Festival recognized among the top 10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals by USAToday readers.

Witness Bayfield In Bloom in May and June as the landscape bursts into color after a long winter slumber. Immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene during Art Escape, and start a Snowy Tradition in Bayfield by taking advantage of exclusive deals, offers, and activities mid-January – Mid-March. Anticipating these annual highlights? The Bayfield area buzzes with activities yearround. For a comprehensive guide to both annual and daily events, visit our website at Bayfield.org/events/.

APRIL 6

SPRING BAZAAR

APRIL 2024

NGLVC.ORG/EVENTS • (715) 685-9983

Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center Spring Bazaar from 10am to 2pm. Over 40 vendors of handcrafted items. Ashland Football Team will be selling pasties (fresh and frozen) and baked goods at the concession stand!

MAY 2024

MAY 1 - 27

RED BARN PLANT SALE

SUPERIORVIEWFARM.COM • (715) 779-5404

Come and enjoy a touch of spring at our annual Red Barn Plant Sale. We have a full barn of our own hand-dug, field-grown perennials plus fruit trees, shrubs, seeds, annuals and more!

MAY 4

KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY

FACEBOOK.COM/THECREAMERYBAR • (715) 913-0180

Come and enjoy the 2024 Kentucky Derby in style. Mint juleps, food, door prizes, derby hat contest and the fastest 2 minutes in sports on our big 10' screen with surround sound.

MAY 18

MADELINE ISLAND MARATHON

MADELINEISLANDMARATHON.COM

Run through the forest and along the shores. Courses are mostly pavement with a section of packed gravel road in each race. The courses are both USATF certified and the full is a Boston Marathon Qualifier.

JUNE 2024

JUNE 1-30

DAIRY MONTH CELEBRATION

BENOITCHEESE.COM • (715) 746-2561

Celebrate June Dairy Month all month long at Benoit Cheese. There will be lots of in-store sales, cheese prizes, great giveaways, games, and tasty treats. It's sure to be fun for all ages.

JUNE 2

BLESSING OF THE FLEET

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

History comes to life with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet ceremony. Commercial fishing boats, tugs, powerboats, sailboats, excursion crafts, kayaks and rowboats parade through Bayfield City Harbor. As they pass by the tip of the pier, clergy grant each vessel a blessing for a safe passage and a prosperous season on Lake Superior.

JUNE 13

CHEQUAMEGON CHEF'S EXHIBITION

MADELINEISLAND.COM • (715) 747-2801

The 32nd annual Chequamegon Chef's Exhibition Gala will feature the area's best restaurants, chefs, and their culinary creations. Music, good food, and good vibes.

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JUNE 2024 (CONT.)

JUNE 18-30

CONCERTS BY THE LAKE

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

Enjoy live music performed on the lakefront on Tuesday and Thursday nights by local musicians throughout the summer at Memorial Park. Visit Bayfield.org for times and performers.

JUNE 28-30

FRESHWATER PADDLERS SEA KAYAK SYMPOSIUM

LOSTCREEKADVENTURES.ORG • (715) 953-2223

The event for all sea kayakers, with classes, demos, special trips and more! Call or visit our website for more information.

JULY 2024

JULY 1-31

CONCERTS BY THE LAKE

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

Enjoy live music performed on the lakefront on Tuesday and Thursday nights by local musicians throughout the summer at Memorial Park. Visit Bayfield.org for times and performers.

JULY 1

BROWNSTONE BLOCK PARTY COLD PRESS

ESPRESSO FLOAT FUNDRAISER

GETADVENTUREUS.COM • (715) 209-4057

Join the fun at Washburn's Hometown Festival - Brownstone Block Party! AdventureUs will be serving Full Keel Coffee Cold Press Espresso Floats as a fundraiser for our local parks. These tasty treats are not to be missed!

JULY 1-5

BAYFIELD RACE WEEK REGATTA

WYC.ORG/RACEWEEK • (952) 470-1468

Bayfield Race Week is the centerpiece of the sailing season: a week-long festival of sailing on the South Shore of Lake Superior.

JULY 4

4TH OF JULY FESTIVITIES

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

Enjoy an evening of music followed by fireworks on the shores of Lake Superior. Fireworks begin at dusk, Memorial Park is a great place to watch!

JULY 5-7

CONNECTING CULTURES: FUR TRADE WEEKEND

MADELINEISLANDMUSEUM.WISCONSINHISTORY.ORG • (715) 747-2415

Travel back in time over 200 years as you step into a recreated fur trade encampment. Event is included with your admission.

JULY 13

HOOP'S COUNTRY FEST

FACEBOOK.COM/HOOPSFISHMARKET • (715) 779-1250

Live music by Old Country Boys during the Second Annual Hoops Country Fest. Join us 6:00-10:30pm for Hoops fish and chips baskets at the Dockside overlooking beautiful Lake Superior.

JULY 2024 (CONT.)

JULY 19-20

JULY 2023

ASHLAND BAY DAYS

ASHLANDBAYDAYS.COM • (715) 682-2500

This is a fun, small-town festival with arts and crafts and food booths, entertainment, Strongest Man and Strongest Bam-Bam Contest, PieEating Contest, Children's 4-H Activities Tent, Kids' Games, 1 mile and 5K and 10K Walk/Run, Little Minnow Kids' Triathlon, Cardboard Boat Races, and Bay Area "Battle of the Bands."

JULY 26-27

BROWNSTONE DAYS PARTY

PATSYSBARANDGRILL.COM • (715) 373-5792

Enjoy live music and an outdoor bar at Patsy's Bar and Grill to celebrate Brownstone Days!

AUGUST 2024

AUGUST 1-31

CONCERTS BY THE LAKE

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

Enjoy live music performed on the lakefront on Tuesday and Thursday nights by local musicians throughout the summer at Memorial Park. Visit Bayfield.org for times and performers.

AUGUST 3

POINT TO LA POINTE SWIM

BAYFIELDREC.ORG • (715) 779-5408

Thriving premier race from Bayfield to Madeline Island. Swim sells out annually and attracts swimmers from around the world.

AUGUST 8-11

BAYFIELD COUNTY FAIR

TRAVELBAYFIELDCOUNTY.COM • (715) 373-6152

Join us in Iron River for 4 days of family fun. Come see all the animals and exhibits, family entertainment, carnival, monster trucks, and of course the food!

AUGUST 17-18

HERBSTER STUDIO ART TOUR

HERBSTERSTUDIOARTTOUR.ORG • (715) 774-3163

The south shore of Lake Superior comes alive with art. This is a special chance to see acclaimed weavers, painters, woodworkers, quilters, jewelers, ceramic artists, printmakers and fiber artists. Artists will open their galleries and home studios, showcasing a wide diversity of artistic talent.

SEPTEMBER 2024

SEPTEMBER 7

MURAL FEST & CAR SHOW

VISITASHLAND.COM • (715) 682-2500

Mural Fest and Classic Car Show offers food, music, narrated trolley tours of the murals, and a huge number of vintage automobiles on historic Main Street across from the Ashland County Courthouse. Ashland is the Historic Mural Capital of Wisconsin!

SEPTEMBER 2024 (CONT.)

SEPTEMBER 7-8

FESTIVAL OF ARTS

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

This juried fine arts show is held in Memorial Park on the scenic shores of Lake Superior in downtown Bayfield. Visitors will find a unique selection of pottery, painting, jewelry, sculpture, glass works, wood carvings, photography and more.

SEPTEMBER 7-8

CORNUCOPIA ART CRAWL

VISITCORNUCOPIA.COM • CORNUCOPIAARTCRAWL@GMAIL.COM

The Cornucopia Art Crawl is a two-day event dedicated to promote the art scene in Cornucopia. Participating artists and businesses will feature the work of our very talented South Shore artists.

SEPTEMBER 7-15

ART ESCAPE

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

From painters, jewelers, potters, and sculptors to woodworkers and performers, Bayfield’s high-quality art scene is worth celebrating. Experience the arts through demonstrations, open houses, and workshops. Come see why so many are inspired by the natural beauty of Northern Wisconsin and create your own Art Escape during this nine-day art extravaganza.

SEPTEMBER 21

BIG TAP CHAUTAUQUAFEST

BIGTOP.ORG • (715) 373-5552

All you can eat and drink! The best local & regional beer, cider, wine, spirits, food, raffles, live music, fun and games. Ages 21+

SEPTEMBER 25

APPLE PIE & DESSERT CONTEST

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

Indulge in a variety of award-winning apple delicacies. Along with the apple treats, Tetzner's cinnamon ice cream and beverages will be provided.

OCTOBER 2024

OCTOBER 4-6

62ND ANNUAL APPLE FESTIVAL

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

One of Wisconsin's premier festivals. A celebration of the autumn harvest and Bayfield's agricultural heritage.

OCTOBER 12

WHISTLESTOP MARATHON AND HALF-MARATHON

WHISTLESTOPMARATHON.COM • (715) 682-2500

Join us as we run a beautiful marathon and half-marathon course that begins in Iron River, WI and finishes in Ashland, WI on Lake Superior's south shore.

OCTOBER 2024

OCTOBER 19

MADELINE ISLAND FAMILY FALL FEST

MADELINEISLAND.COM • (715) 682-2801

Fall is a great time to be on Madeline Island. Among the many familyfriendly events that take place during Family Fall Fest are pumpkin decorating, a children's costume parade, face painting, clowns and much more.

NOVEMBER 2024

NOVEMBER 30

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

Enjoy holiday treats and warm beverages while singing Christmas carols in the Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion. Serenade the holiday tree as it is ceremoniously lit for the season on the deck. This event is free and open to the public!

DECEMBER 2024

DECEMBER 6

SHOP LATE UNTIL 8

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

A fun evening in Bayfield! Shops and restaurants are staying open late, offering exceptional deals to reward customers on a unique shopping night.

DECEMBER 7

THE BIG CHILL

MTASHWABAY.ORG • (715) 779-3227

Join us at Mt. Ashwabay's Chalet for the 3rd annual pre-season social and chili cook-off. Open to all. Food and fun for the whole family!

DECEMBER 7

DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS DINNER

WHITEWINTER.COM • (715) 372-5656

Enjoy a delightful night of Dickens Readers' Theater and a four-course Victorian meal with White Winter products to compliment each coarse. Fundraiser for Iron River Library.

DECEMBER 14

SANTA ARRIVES ON THE FERRY

BAYFIELD.ORG • (715) 779-3335

Bring the kids to meet Santa Claus as he makes a memorable appearance in Bayfield on the Madeline Island Ferry. Upon their arrival, children will get an opportunity to meet Santa and have a picture taken (bring your own camera) in the Lakeside Pavilion.

JANUARY 2025

JANUARY 25-26

WINTER POW WOW

LEGENDARYWATERS.COM • (715) 779-3712

Open to the public. No admission fee. Grand entry every day. Craft vendors, dance specials, indoor event.

FEBRUARY 2025

FEBRUARY 1

MT. ASHWABAY SUMMIT SKI RACE

ASHWABAYSUMMITSKIRACE.COM • (715) 779-3227

A Nordic ski race for all ages. Come ski some of the best trails in the upper Midwest, with beautiful Lake Superior views and quiet, mature forests.

FEBRUARY 15

NORTHERN PINES SLED DOG RACE

NORTHERNPINESSDR.COM • (715) 372-8558

Join us for an extraordinary wintertime adventure in Iron River, Wisconsin! Pick your favorite sled dog team and cheer them on from start to finish.

MARCH 2025

MARCH 1-2

BAYFIELD WINTER FESTIVAL

BAYFIELDREC.ORG • (715) 779-5408

We're throwing a party for winter and you're invited! Hit the slopes at Mt. Ashwabay, shop and eat in charming Bayfield, take the plunge into icy water or bike right on it.

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From painters, jewelers, potters, and sculptors to woodworkers and performers, Bayfield’s highquality art scene is worth celebrating. Join us in Bayfield

September 7-15, 2024 for the third annual Art Escape, a nine-day celebration of all things art across Bayfield County and Madeline Island. Experience the arts through demonstrations and open houses or create your own masterpiece by participating in a workshop. Come see why so many are inspired by the natural beauty of Lake Superior and create your own Art Escape during this art extravaganza!

Kicking off the week is the 61st Annual Festival of Arts

September 7-8 in downtown Bayfield’s Memorial Park. The festival is a long-standing tradition, drawing exemplary artists to Bayfield. Peruse the works of local and regional artists, as well as artists from around the country while strolling along the shores of Lake Superior. There are also opportunities for children to create a work of art at the two-day festival.

The Bayfield Peninsula is a hub for artisans near and far, inspired by Lake Superior’s beauty. To that end, the area is filled with galleries

featuring the work of local artists. In Bayfield, stop in at the Bell Street Gallery - Bayfield, an extension of Bell Street Gallery and ArtBar on Madeline Island. The Bayfield gallery features fine art and gifts created by artists in the Midwest who hold Lake Superior close to their hearts. Two blocks up on Rittenhouse Avenue, immerse yourself in a rich cultural journey by visiting Bayfield’s newest gallery, Rabbit, Bird and Bear Fine Art & Gifts. The gallery highlights original art created by indigenous and BIPOC artists.

In Washburn, savor a refreshing beer as you explore the dynamic array of local and regional artworks showcased in the ever-evolving collection at Ghost Ship Gallery. Gallery owners frequently organize special events, providing opportunities to connect with resident artists who utilize studio space within the shop. Likewise, in Washburn, Artists Squared Gallery boasts a distinctive fine art collection catering to a variety of preferences.

Take a drive up to Cornucopia, where you’ll find Hestekin Pottery near the marina. Evan Hestekin’s functional stoneware and porcelain pottery are one-of-a-kind. The small communities of Cornucopia and Herbster celebrate area artists every year during the Cornucopia Art Crawl in September and the Herbster Studio Art Tour every August. (See the calendar in the front of this book for dates).

To find out more about regional artists, pick up an Art Loop brochure at the Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau and take yourself on your own artistic journey. All of the galleries mentioned, as well as a dozen more, are featured in the brochure. You can also call the chamber to request the Art Loop brochure or visit our website, bayfield.org.

Photo Credit: Jeff

Photo Credit: Oxygen Imagery

cultureGaa-Miskwaabikaang

The Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa welcomes you to Gaa-Miskwaabikaang (Red Cliff). The area is known for its red cliffs along the shores of Gitchigami (Lake Superior) and as a fishing community. A stop at the Red Cliff Fish Company will show you why. Their variety of fresh fish such as whitefish, lake trout, walleye and lake herring all caught in Lake Superior will give you a taste of the area’s rich culture.

Stay right where all the action is at Legendary Waters Resort and Casino where every room has a view of Lake Superior. Be sure to try a locally distilled cocktail at Copper Crow Distillery, the first Indigenous distiller in North America to craft 10 different awardwinning spirits. All liquors are produced in a zero-waste facility and are made from a cheese byproduct called whey.

Take a hike through the Frog Bay Tribal National Park, the first tribal national park in the United States. The rare boreal forest ecotype, coastal wetlands, and underdeveloped sand beach are unequaled wilderness experiences on the Bayfield Peninsula. You can see five of the Apostle Islands from the park’s beach: Oak Island (Mitigominikaani-minis), Hermit Island (Eshkwegwindeg-minis),

Stockton Island (Wiisaakodewan-minis), Bear Island (Makwa-minis), and Michigan Island (Bagidaabii). The 1.7 mile rustic trail system, interpretive signs and bridges will leave you feeling more connected with nature and the Red Cliff community.

The Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa invites you to learn and experience the culture through several events throughout the year. The Red Cliff Annual Pow Wow is the first weekend in July, Red Cliff Boys & Girls Club Youth Pow Wow is held in March and Red Cliff Days over Labor Day weekend. Each of these celebrations is open to the public and features educational and cultural demonstrations and booths, singing and dancing to showcase their rich history to others who come to visit the area.

Be part of preserving the Ojibwe language and learn about Anishinaabe traditions through two different camps. Biboon Gabeshiwin (Winter Camp) features indoor and outdoor activities like storytelling, snow snake, mitten making, and food preparation in February. In the summer months, the public is invited to Anishinaabemowin Gabeshiwin (Language Camp) in July. Many activities are similar to winter camp, but with an emphasis on language learning and immersion with Anishinaabemowin/ Ojibwemowin.

To learn more visit the Tribe’s main website at www.redcliff-nsn.gov.

Jeff Rennic

Photo Credit: Stan Schrock Photo Credit: Stan Schrock

Do not miss one of the most unique music venues in the U.S.— in one of the most picturesque places in the world! From the biggest names in the Nation, to the brightest stars in the area, there’s something for everyone at Big Top Chautauqua.

This is just a small taste of all the big things to come this year. For the full schedule, scan the code, give us a call, or stop in.

MUCH more to come!

JUNE

Umphrey’s McGee

Blue Canvas Orchestra— Show TBD

Lorrie Morgan

Watchhouse & Charlie Parr

Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway

JULY

Blue Canvas Orchestra— Show TBD

Arrival from Sweden— The Music of ABBA

Andrew Bird & Nickel Creek

Lyle Lovett & His Large Band

JJ Grey & Mofro

The Drifters, The Coasters & The Platters

AUGUST

Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder

Peter Mulvey With Sista Strings

Charlie Berens with Adam Greuel

Gaelic Storm

Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy & Family

Graham Nash: More Evenings of Songs & Stories

Blue Canvas Orchestra— Show TBD

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Saturday, September 21

Big TAP ChautauquaFest 1-5pm

Come see a show! June-September

The Big Top venue is located at the base of Mt. Ashwabay, approx. 4 miles south of beautiful Bayfield, Wisconsin. 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814

Shows All Winter at The Backstage! Stop in and see us year-round

The Backstage, Box Office, and Gift Shop 84810 State Hwy 13, Bayfield, WI 54814 www.bigtop.org | 715.373.5552

Stop by Open Mic Nights at our new venue, The Backstage! Great food, full bar, and no cover.

Wednesdays 6-9 Year-round

SNOWY TRADITIONS START IN BAYFIELD

Bayfield is a charming town known for its picturesque winter landscapes and outdoor activities.

This small city along the Lake Superior shore receives heavy lake-effect snow, meaning beautifully groomed crosscountry and downhill ski trails. Snow season has become a time for outdoor traditions for more than one family.

“It’s really important for us to get the kids up to Mt. Ashwabay every winter. Our family has been recreating there for five generations, so it’s near and dear to our hearts,” said Kelsey Lindsey, who now resides in Washburn.

Mt. Ashwabay Ski and Recreation Area is a community ski hill and gets its name from the surrounding towns Ash (Ashland) Wa (Washburn) Bay (Bayfield). The trail system covers 40 km of classic and skate skiing trails that are groomed and tracked regularly. The stunning winter beauty of the mature forest ensures these trails are some of the best you’ll find in Wisconsin.

Another uniquely Wisconsin winter adventure is dog sledding. It’s been a mode of transportation in the wintertime for generations and continues as a traditional past time. Start your own dog sledding tradition with Wolfsong Adventures in Mushing where you get to take command of your own dog sled team.

“It was truly one of our favorite vacations, and Wolfsong Adventures in Mushing is the very best,” said LaVonne Bennett Bloem, who traveled from Iowa to try out this exhilarating snowy adventure.

Paul Buelow, from the Milwaukee area, took the gangline on a particularly chilly day in Bayfield. “The experience of driving a dog sled kept us all warm, could not be happier!” he said.

Speaking of dog sledding, did you know an honest dog is a mushing term meant to distinguish those dogs who work hard, dig in, and never give up? Continue your snowy tradition by stopping at Honest Dog Books , one of two

locally-owned bookstores in Bayfield. Honest Dog Books and Apostle Island Booksellers have extensive collections to help you relax and unwind after your outdoor adventures.

Rent snowshoes, cross-country skis, or a fat bike and explore miles of trails. The Brownstone Trail, the Big Ravine Trail, and Lost Creek Falls are popular spots for snowshoeing. Try out equipment on Howl’s Trails or take them with you to another area trail. When you’re done, enjoy a beer with friends and family inside an igloo at Adventure Club Brewing .

Take advantage of exclusive winter deals and offers midJanuary through the beginning of March 2025 during the Snowy Traditions Start in Bayfield campaign. Start planning and book your snowy winter tradition. Turn to page 40 to find your cozy cabin, boutique-style motel, or historic bed and breakfast.

Start a new snowy tradition in Bayfield, Wisconsin!

YOUR WINTER WEEKEND ITINERAY

Jumpstart your snow day with a hot breakfast at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino and a cup of coffee at Wonderstate or the St. James Social

For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, hit the trails with a dog sled team! Wolfsong Adventures in Mushing will take you on an unforgettable ride through mature forests.

Enjoy lunch at Manypenny Bistro or Morty’s Pub in Bayfield. In Washburn, hit up Patsy’s Bar. You’ll find burgers, sandwiches, wraps and hot soups at all of these establishments to help you warm up after your adventure.

For a bird’s eye view of the ice caves, strap on your snowshoes or ice cleats and take the Meyer’s Beach Lakeshore Trail, part of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. This trail becomes a magical winter adventure with a snow-covered canopy and views of glistening ice caves from above, a safe vantage point when ice conditions are not favorable for viewing the caves from the ice.

Relax and enjoy a fine dinner at Good Thyme Restaurant, Harbor Table or the Fat Radish in Washburn, or come back to Bayfield and enjoy dinner at Pier Plaza or the Bayfield Inn Lounge and Lakeside Dining Room.

Cozy up in your hotel, motel, bed and breakfast or vacation rental property and rest easy knowing you started a new tradition in Bayfield!

TREASURES OF THE NIGHT SKY

GLITTERING STARS, NORTHERN LIGHTS, THE GIFT OF BEAUTY AND WONDER CAN BE YOURS THIS SUMMER SIMPLY BY LOOKING UP

Written by Jeff Rennicke, Executive Director of Friends of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore

It begins with a faint glimmer, just a hint of brightness on the northern horizon, then builds, rising like an aria. Soon, the night sky is glowing green and red, dancing with light, shimmering like diamonds. The aurora is out. The northern lights are gleaming above the Bayfield Peninsula.

Sometimes, the greatest gifts in life are free. Take a blanket, walk barefoot onto one of Bayfield’s beaches or an Apostle Islands campsite. Lie on your back and look up. “To watch the white sail of a full moon gliding across the stars or see the brushstroke of the Milky Way or the flicker of northern lights painting the night sky is to witness one of true the wonders of the world, a gift of nature,” says Jeff Rennicke, a night sky photographer and Executive Director of Friends of the Apostle Islands.

“Artificial light pollutes the night sky for more than 80% of the world’s population,” Rennicke says. “One third of humanity cannot see the Milky Way at night due to the luminescent glow of artificial light. But here in the Bayfield area, the night sky still shimmers with beauty.”

The Apostle Islands and the Bayfield Peninsula are home to some of the darkest skies in the lower 48 states. Far from the big cities, with clear air, and miles of open horizons, this

how to: explore

the apostle islands

Discover rugged sea caves, clear water, sandy island beaches, and island forest paths.

SIGHTSEEING CRUISE:

See the most in the shortest amount of time! The outer-most islands are over 20 miles away from the mainland. This is a great, easy way to cover that distance. Enjoy an entertaining, narrated tour while you sit back and relax with your camera. (Look for these commercial services on pages 34 & 35.)

Photo Credit: Mark Weller

area is a mecca for night sky viewing – the Milky Way arching across the sky, the constellations spelling out wonder, falling stars punctuating it all. Summer of 2024 marks the “solar maximum” a time expected to bring some of the best northern light displays in years attracting night sky viewers from across the nation.

“Our dark skies are a gift filled with beauty and wonder,” Rennicke says, “open and available to all by simply stepping out at night and looking up.”

For more information on the night sky and to help protect our dark skies, contact Friends of the Apostle Islands at 71-449-6900 or visit their website www.friendsoftheapostleislands.org.

TIPS FOR NIGHT SKY WATCHING

• Pick a place away from city lights – a beach, a boardwalk, an open field – and scout it out in daylight to be sure it is safe.

• Download one of the many sky-watching apps such as SkySafari, StarWalk, or the NASA app to help keep you informed about the night sky.

• If you are seeking northern lights, plan your trip for a moonless period for the darkest skies.

• Plan to stay out late. The long days of summer mean skies are darkest from midnight until 3 am.

• Give your eyes time to adjust fully.

• Star watching can be done with the naked eye or by using a small telescope, a camera with a zoom lens, even binoculars to enhance the view.

• Join an organization like Friends of the Apostle Islands to help protect and raise awareness of the beauties of the night sky.

GUIDED KAYAK TOUR:

Explore at your own pace with a close-up view of the caves. Paddle through the caves in a tandem sea kayak. Half-day, full-day, or multiday excursions available. We highly recommend joining a guided trip with an experienced & trained outfitter, as Lake Superior can be unsafe. (Look for these commercial services on pages 34 & 35.)

FERRY OR WATER TAXI:

Take a water taxi for a day hiking on one of 22 islands. Madeline Island Ferry Line makes multiple trips each day to Madeline Island. As the official gateway of the Apostle Islands, Bayfield offers chartered island drop-off/pick-up, hiker day trips, and camper shuttles. (Look for these commercial services on pages 34 & 35.)

CAPTAINED SAILING TRIP:

Book an adventure! Discover hidden coves and beaches with one of Bayfield's many sailboat charters. If you're feeling brave, take the helm. You never know... you may want to sign up for sailing classes afterward. (Look for these commercial services on pages 34 & 35.)

OR, STICK TO THE MAINLAND!

The mainland unit of the park features the most popular and photographed sea caves in the Apostle Islands. Try the Lakeshore Trail to take in the sea caves from above! The trail above the caves begins at the Meyers Beach parking lot, 18 miles north of Bayfield and 5 miles east of Cornucopia, on State Hwy 13.

Photo Credit: Jeff Rennicke

Live, work and play in beautiful Bayfield! Browse job openings in retail, recreation, hospitality and more at bayfield.org.

bayfield, wisconsin

madeline island: MOONINGWANEKAANING-MINIS

ISLAND TIME

Forget the clock and take off your watch and let your worries melt away as you enjoy the journey to Madeline Island aboard the Madeline Island Ferry. You can take your car, bike, camper, RV or simply walk on the ferry. This Midwest island destination is only a 20-minute ferry ride from Bayfield. Madeline Island is the largest of the Apostle Islands and the only one not included in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.

Upon arriving to the Island, visitors step into the historic village of La Pointe. Boasting shops, restaurants, art galleries, lodging, and a marina, the town also features a Wisconsin Historical Society Museum. The Madeline Island Museum chronicles Native American life, the fur trade and the arrival of missionaries. Step back in time with a walk down Colonel Woods Avenue, where you’ll find buildings and memorabilia reflecting life on the island in the late 19th and 20th centuries. The buildings are open Memorial Day – Labor Day.

Big Bay State Park and the adjacent Big Bay Town Park are not to be missed. Each park offers sand beaches, hiking trails, camping, picnicking, and incredible views of rock formations above the crystal-clear Lake Superior water. The Madeline Island Wilderness Preserve holds more than 2,900 acres of land with hiking, skiing, and snowshoe trails. Hike or ski the Capser

Trail in the middle of the island. The trail is approximately 2 miles round trip and an easy flat hike. The North End Trails have several longer loops that stretch between School House Road and North Shore Road. The forest’s well-drained soils are beautifully cloaked with a mixture of northern hardwoods, sugar maple, yellow birch, red oak, paper birch, and aspen.

As you explore the island, you’ll notice the Ojibwe culture all around you. The public signage on Madeline Island is bilingual, with place names written in both English and Ojibwe.

The Anishinaabe name for Madeline Island is Mooninwanekaaning-minis, which translates to Home of the Yellow Breasted Woodpecker. The island is a spiritual center of the Lake Superior Chippewa, the Anishinaabe people. According to Anishanaabe tradition, they were led to this region from the east by Gichi-Manidoo, the Great Spirit. This journey brought them to the place where food grows on water. The destination, Chequamegon Bay, was plentiful with manoomin, the good berry, or wild rice.

Pick up a Madeline Island Visitor Guide at the Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau before you head out on your island adventure.

Photo Credit: Oxygen Imagery

ON THE BAYFIELD FRUIT LOOP

34980 County Hwy. J • (715) 779-0276

BAYFIELD APPLE COMPANY 87540 County Hwy. J • (715) 779-5700

BAYFIELD WINERY AND BLUE OX CIDER 87380 Betzold Rd. • (715) 779-3274

BLUE VISTA FARM 34045 S Co Hwy J • (715) 779-5400

ERICKSON ORCHARDS & COUNTRY STORE

86600 Betzold Rd. • (715) 913-0717

GARAGE MAHAL ORCHARDS

86695 Betzold Rd. • (651) 238-1496

HAUSER’S SUPERIOR VIEW FARM & APFELHAUS CIDERY 86565 County Hwy. J • (715) 779-5404

CREEK WINERY 87080 Valley Rd. • (715) 779-3941

HILLCREST ORCHARDS 35025 County Hwy. I • (715) 779-5756

NORTH WIND ORGANIC FARM 86760 Valley Rd. • (715) 779-3254

RABIDEAUX’S ORCHARD 35465 County Hwy. J • (715) 779-5509

ROCKY ACRES BERRY FARM 87340 County Hwy. J • (715) 779-3332

SUNSET VALLEY ORCHARD & THE APPLE BRANCH GIFT SHOPPE 86520 Valley Rd. • (715) 779-5510

Bayfield’s berry farms and orchards offer pick-your-own options all season long. Check the Berry Farm and Orchard Report throughout the season to see the updated list of what’s available.

BAYFIELD.ORG/ORCHARD-REPORTS

Coined as one of "Wisconsin's Best Festivals" by Wisconsin Trails Magazine. Visit bayfield.org for more information.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2024

LIVE MUSIC 2 stages

• Throughout the day

FARMERS’ MARKET

S. First St., between Rittenhouse & Manypenny Ave.

CRAFT AND FOOD VENDORS

Lining the streets of downtown Bayfield • 10AM–5PM

OPENING PROCLAMATION

By Bayfield Mayor • Noon

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2024

LIVE MUSIC 2 stages

• Throughout the day

CRAFT AND FOOD VENDORS

Lining the streets of downtown Bayfield • 10AM–5PM

APPLE PEELING CONTEST

Sign up to compete! • 1PM

ROYALTY PROCESSION AND CORONATION

Begins in front of Old Rittenhouse Inn • 6:45PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2024

LIVE MUSIC 2 stages

Throughout the day

CRAFT AND FOOD VENDORS

Lining the streets of downtown Bayfield • 10AM–5PM

GRAND PARADE Rittenhouse Avenue • 2PM

Photo Credit: Oxygen Imagery

SPORT FISHING IN BAYFIELD AND THE

“Grab it! Set it! Got him!?” yells Tommy Hicks across the ice.

“The current is so strong that my bait is moving 15 feet from the hole,” said Hicks, a fishing guide and owner of Beyond the Catch Guide Service . He has four clients fishing on a balmy 35-degree late January day on the Chequamegon Bay along the south shore of Lake Superior.

It’s mid-morning and the fish are biting, but the challenge is landing the catch.

“I just caught a splake!” exclaims Hicks, “It’s a cross between a brook trout and a lake trout…they’re real good eating.”

For 11 years, Beyond the Catch has assisted visitors in achieving the catch of a lifetime on Lake Superior, specifically around the Bayfield Peninsula and the Apostle Islands. Lake trout, coho salmon, and brown trout are typically what sport anglers are after. Enthusiastic guides

like Hicks are looking forward to providing visitors with an exhilarating experience, anticipating excellent fishing opportunities in the coming years thanks to a flourishing lake herring (cisco) population.

“Baitfish numbers are really high right now, so fishing is going to be outstanding,” said Hicks, as another fish took a swipe at his line.

Fisheries experts with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources expect to see great fishing in the Apostle Islands and Lake Superior in 2024 and 2025 due to a large Lake Herring hatch in 2022. The hatch means bigger and better catches for those fishing recreationally.

“We’re in a great situation right now for commercial fishing and sport fishing because sometimes those two interests are competing, “ said Brad Ray, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Lake Superior Fisheries team supervisor. “Both sport and commercial fishermen are going to see an 18 percent increase in the lake trout quota.” This means

APOSTLE ISLANDS

there is less chance of an early lake trout harvest season closure.” Ray says the DNR closed the lake trout harvest season early in 2021.

Charter fishing around the Apostle Islands has been on the rise year over year since 2017, and 2022 had the most recorded charter fishermen since 2000 in the Apostle Islands area. The DNR reports catches among charter services are also breaking records on the number fish harvested.

“I love seeing a kid bring in a big fish or teaching them the art of sport fishing,” said Will Pennings of Willigans Adventures . Charter a boat with Willigans and you can curate your own experience fit for everyone in your group.

Pennings says they will take people to see all the Apostle Islands, drop a line in hopes of landing a trout or salmon, or drop you off on an island to go hiking or camping. “We always keep kayaks on board so people can see the sea caves up close and personal,” Pennings said.

Visitors are often awestruck by the vastness of the Apostle Islands. The Gaylord Nelson Wilderness Area encompasses eighty percent of the land area in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore’s roughly 39,000 acres. The natural beauty is what draws people from near and far to see and explore the 22 islands year-round.

In the winter, Hicks will take people out as far as Outer Island, about 30 miles from the Bayfield Harbor. He has a Sherp to protect people from the harsh winter weather. This aquatic vehicle will keep everyone safe if there’s a run-in with thin ice.

“It’s to help keep everyone afloat out here where the currents are changing all the time,” Hicks said.

Whether in a boat, a Sherp, or casting a line off the dock, the evolving ecosystem of Lake Superior provides opportunities for adventure in one of the most beautiful places on earth.

Photo Credit: Oxygen Imagery

ADVENTURE

Photo Credit: Jeff Berkes

EXPERIENCE

Make Memories in Bayfield

Embark on an adventure with nature's beauty as your backdrop. Paddle through the Apostle Islands, carve through fresh lake-effect snow on skis, sail the vast expanse of Lake Superior, or explore the orchards along the Bayfield Fruit Loop. For a more serene experience, take a deep breath and relax on a scenic cruise around the Apostle Islands or bask in the sun at one of the many sandy beaches across Bayfield and the Apostle Islands.

Saunter down historic Rittenhouse Avenue in Bayfield, where every shop is a unique gem. Stroll around the block off Rittenhouse Avenue and discover distinctive treasures. Whether you are looking for a new book, custom art, or hand-made sweets, Bayfield is filled with family or independently-owned shops, restaurants, and lodging.

Immerse yourself in Bayfield's rich artistic history. Explore numerous studios and galleries, many welcoming visitors to witness the creative process firsthand. Learn how Bayfield started as a vibrant fishing village and became a premier travel destination at the Bayfield Heritage Association or the Bayfield Maritime Museum. For more ideas and to start planning your adventure, visit bayfield.org.

APOSTLE HIGHLANDS GOLF COURSE

34745 MADELINE TRAIL, BAYFIELD

GOLFBAYFIELD.COM | (715) 913-0006

18 hole golf course situated 500 ft. above Lake Superior. Stunning lake views on 13 of the 18 holes. Clubhouse bar and porch overlooking the lake.

BAYFIELD COUNTY TOURISM

117 E 5TH ST., WASHBURN

TRAVELBAYFIELDCOUNTY.COM | (715) 373-6125

Learn about all there is to see and do in Bayfield County, Home of Wisconsin’s 8 National Treasures. Brochures, maps, and online resources available including an interactive map that shows where to Play, Eat and Stay.

LAKE SUPERIOR TALL SHIPS, INC.

PIKES BAY MARINA, SLIP 202, BAYFIELD

LAKESUPERIORTALLSHIPS.ORG | (262) 422-0607

Sail a Tall Ship! We offer unique adventures onboard our schooners Abbey Road and Zeeto. Experience the quiet joy of gliding across the water as the wind fills the sails! Participate as much or as little as you like on a three hour, full day or multi-day trip.

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO

37600 ONIGAMING DRIVE, RED CLIFF

LEGENDARYWATERS.COM | (800) 226-8478

Located 3 miles north of Bayfield. Open year-round. Lodging, casino and promotions, events, sports grill, lounge, campgrounds, marina, ATMs, ample parking.

LOST CREEK ADVENTURES - SEA KAYAK OUTFITTER

22475 STATE HWY 13, CORNUCOPIA

LOSTCREEKADVENTURES.ORG | (715) 953-2223

Explore the world famous Apostle Islands sea caves, join a full moon tour, or get out to the islands and historic lighthouses by kayak. Half-day, fullday, and fully outfitted overnight camping trips. Family friendly options. Group discounts available.

MT. ASHWABAY SKI & RECREATION AREA

32525 SKI HILL RD., BAYFIELD

MTASHWABAY.ORG | (715) 779-3227

With over 40km of some of the best Nordic trails in the nation, over 65 acres of alpine/snowboard runs, snowshoeing, skijoring, fat tire/mountain biking, and hiking year-round, the adventure is yours.

WILLIGANS ADVENTURES

37735 ROYS POINT BLVD., BAYFIELD

WILLIGANS.COM | (763) 381-7076

Personalize your private Apostle Islands Adventure! Whether it's a sightseeing cruise to see the sea caves or lighthouses, a day trip for hiking or exploring the islands, fishing, or an extended camping trip we will tailor your adventure to match your preferences, accommodate the age range of your group, fit your schedule and more!

WOLFSONG ADVENTURES IN MUSHING

86990 S. PRATT RD., BAYFIELD WOLFSONGADVENTURES.COM | (715) 209-4551

Wolfsong Adventures in Mushing offers trips for all ages and abilities. We are located in Northern Wisconsin near Bayfield. The focus is on the dogs, our 40 friendly Siberian huskies, for our unforgettable daily trips. Learn to drive your own team or ride along with one of the guides. We except bookings year-round for your winter experience of a lifetime.

Photo Credit: @wolfsongadventures

CRUISES & TOURS

APOSTLE ISLANDS CRUISES

2 NORTH FRONT ST., BAYFIELD

APOSTLEISLAND.COM | (715) 779-3925 • (800) 323-7619

Scenic, narrated island cruises and glass-bottom boat tours, island shuttles, and lighthouse tours. Mid-May to mid-October. Voted Best in Wisconsin!

MADELINE ISLAND FERRY LINE

20 WASHINGTON AVE., BAYFIELD

MADFERRY.COM | (715) 747-2051

Walk, drive, or bike on board. Enjoy the spectacular 20-minute ride between Bayfield and Madeline Island. Trips run every 1/2 hour during the summer. Scheduled service April–January.

TREK AND TRAIL SEA KAYAKING

7 WASHINGTON AVE., BAYFIELD

TREK-TRAIL.COM | (715) 779-3595

Trek and Trail provides guided sea kayak tours in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

BAYFIELD REC CENTER

140 SOUTH BROAD ST., BAYFIELD

BAYFIELDREC.ORG | (715) 779-5408

Play and work out in our indoor 25-meter saline pool. Relax in our hot tub or sauna. Work out in two fitness rooms 24/7 (with membership.)

HEALTH & WELLNESS (CONT.)

SUPERIOR BODY MASSAGE AND SPA

33 NORTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

SUPERIORBODYMASSAGE.COM | (715) 209-0428

Offering a variety of exceptional spa services in our convenient downtown location including massage, facials and spa treatments. Couples and groups easily accommodated. Book online or by phone.

MUSEUMS

BAYFIELD HERITAGE ASSOCIATION

30 NORTH BROAD ST., BAYFIELD

BAYFIELDHERITAGE.ORG | (715) 779-5958

BRINGING HISTORY TO LIFE! Interesting exhibits and programs depicting the unique history of the Bayfield area. Visit our website for hours and information.

MADELINE ISLAND MUSEUM

226 COLONEL WOODS AVE., LA POINTE

MADELINEISLANDMUSEUM.ORG | (715) 747-2415

A visit to the Madeline Island Museum is an adventure through time, exploring the stories of the diverse people who have called the island home.

Visit

ARTS & CULTURE

AUSTIN MILLER STUDIO

33615 SKI HILL RD., BAYFIELD

AUSTINMILLERSTUDIO.COM | (406) 579-5605

Located 5 minutes south of Bayfield, in a loft gallery overlooking Lake Superior, artist Francie Austin Miller has welcomed visitors since 1988. Her vibrant paintings include many local subjects.

BACKSTAGE, THE

84810 STATE HWY 13, BAYFIELD

BIGTOP.ORG | (715) 373-5552

Big Top Chautauqua Presents: Open Mic Nights, Wednesdays 6-9 year-round. Great food and stocked bar. No cover, no tickets, and no reservations needed. Special Dinner and a Show events Dec. - May.

BAYFIELD INN ART GALLERY

20 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

THEBAYFIELDINN.COM | (715) 779-3363

New display for view (and for sale!) each June featuring watercolors, acrylics, oils, pastels, and mixed media art created by local artists.

BELL STREET GALLERY AND ARTBAR

807 BELL ST., LA POINTE

BELLSTGALLERY.COM | (715) 747-2092

Come over to the island and join us for wine/beer, wood-fired pizza, live music and experience the work of over 50 local and regional artists!

BIG TOP CHAUTAUQUA

32525 SKI HILL ROAD, BAYFIELD

BIGTOP.ORG | (715) 373-5552

One of the most unique music venues in the U.S. From the biggest names in the nation, to the brightest stars in the area, there's something for everyone at Big Top Chautauqua.

ECKELS POTTERY AND FINE CRAFT GALLERY

85205 STATE HIGHWAY 13, BAYFIELD

ECKELSPOTTERY.COM | (715) 779-5617

The oldest pottery in Wisconsin on the South Side business district of Bayfield! Featuring local and regional artist's pottery, jewelry, wood, glass, and garden art.

HESTEKIN POTTERY

22630 SISKIWIT BAY PARKWAY, CORNUCOPIA

HESTEKINPOTTERY.COM | (715) 209-0137

Functional pottery designed for daily enjoyment. Best pottery around!

MADELINE ISLAND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

978 MIDDLE RD., LA POINTE

MADELINESCHOOL.COM | (715) 747-2054

Five-day workshops for adults in writing, painting, quilting, and photography. Summer workshops on the island May-October. Modern lodging, delicious meals. Ranked in top five destinations for art workshops in the country. Winter workshops in Tucson, AZ, Santa Fe, NM, and Bar Harbor, ME.

WINERY/DISTILLERY/CIDERY

APFELHAUS CIDERY (AT HAUSER'S SUPERIOR VIEW FARM)

86565 COUNTY HWY. J, BAYFIELD SUPERIORVIEWFARM.COM/PAGES/APFELHAUS-CIDERY | (715) 779-5404

Artisanal, small-batch cidery, nestled on a hill overlooking the islands of Lake Superior at Hauser's Superior View Farm. Handcrafted hard cider. From blossom to bottle. Made right. Right here.

BAYFIELD WINERY AND BLUE OX CIDER

87380 BETZOLD RD., BAYFIELD BAYFIELDWINERY.COM | (715) 779-3274

Serving award-winning estate-grown wines and ciders. Live music on summer/fall weekends!

COPPER CROW DISTILLERY

37395 STATE HIGHWAY 13, BAYFIELD COPPERCROWDISTILLERY.COM | (715) 779-0275

Award-winning distilled spirits handcrafted in small batches using fresh, regional ingredients. Relax with a cocktail made from our featured spirits. We are a destination, distilled.

WHITE WINTER MEAD, CIDER & SPIRITS

68323 LEA ST., IRON RIVER WHITEWINTER.COM | (715) 372-5656

Visit Wisconsin's oldest meadery. White Winter, a family-run business for over 28 years, proud of our award-winning mead, cider and spirits and in supporting our local farm economy. Pouring the taste of our region into every glass! Apples

ORCHARDS & FRUIT FARMS

BAYFIELD APPLE COMPANY

87540 COUNTY HWY. J, BAYFIELD

BAYFIELDAPPLE.COM | (715) 779-5700

Over 40 sustainably grown apple and pear varieties, along with strawberries, blueberries, and asparagus.  Hard cider, fresh, frozen and flavored apple cider available while supply lasts. A variety of jams, jellies, fruit butters, and apple mustard all made on premises. Locally sourced apple brats, honey, maple syrup, etc. Gift boxes and shipping available  Open year round!

BLUE VISTA FARM

34045 S. COUNTY HWY. J, BAYFIELD

BLUEVISTAFARM.COM | (715) 779-5400

Come visit our beautiful pick-your-own apple, berry and flower farm overlooking the life-giving waters of Gitchigami. Farm store offerings include jams, fruit preserves, cider, honey, frozen fruit and more local goodies. PYO and pre-picked fruit and flower bouquets are available in season.

ERICKSON ORCHARDS AND COUNTRY STORE

86600 BETZOLD RD., BAYFIELD

ERICKSONORCHARD.COM | (715) 913-0717

Erickson Orchards is a family-owned apple orchard and strawberry farm in Bayfield that has been in business since 1910. From our Country Store, to our environmental commitments and programs, Erickson Orchards and Country Store is rooted in tradition while embracing the future. The Country Store features our famous apple cider donuts & fruit pies, along with Muriel's jams and jellies, and a variety of unique gifts and food items. Stop in and try our tasty treats! Groups and busses welcome!

HAUSER'S SUPERIOR VIEW FARM

86565 COUNTY HWY. J, BAYFIELD

SUPERIORVIEWFARM.COM | (715) 779-5404

100 + Years, 5 Generation greenhouse, nursery, orchard, and cidery housed in historic 1928 Sears barn with Lake Superior views. Field-grown perennials, annuals, cherries, apples, homemade jams, gifts, and Apfelhaus Cidery handcrafted hard cider.

– Over 100 Years - 5 Generations –Historic 1928 SEARS Mail-Order Barn

• Perennials & Annuals

Famous Red Barn Plant Sale in May

• Cherries & Apples

• Hard Cider Made right. Right here.

• Homemade Jams & Jellies

• Vintage Farm Collections

Open Daily May–Oct • 10am-5pm 86565 County Highway J, Bayfield, WI

Originals and reproductions in watercolor, silk, acrylics and oil. Art cards, commissions and workshops.

Francie Austin Miller has welcomed visitors into her studio since 1988. Located just 5 minutes south of Bayfield, Wisconsin, in a loft gallery overlooking Lake Superior.

33615 Ski Hill Road l Bayfield, Wisconsin 54814

Phone 406-579-5605

Open May thru October 10am-4pm

Wednesday thru Saturday

By appointment Sunday thru Tuesday and winter

www.austinmillerstudio.com

Photo Credit: Oxygen Imagery

STAY

Elevate your Stay with Local Comfort and Charm

Pure beauty awaits you in Bayfield, where comfort is a top priority. Stay in the heart of Bayfield where your hotel or suite is just steps from shops, restaurants, and events. Book a secluded cabin with a modern twist deep in the snow covered forests away from it all. Pitch a tent on one of the Apostle Islands and sleep under the stars. The dark skies of Northern Wisconsin are the perfect place to get some rest, or gaze at the stars. If the timing is right, you may even catch a glimpse of the northern lights.

Where you choose to stay shapes the essence of your Bayfield and Apostle Islands experience. With awardwinning accommodations, Bayfield’s Midwest hospitality will not disappoint. Knowledgeable staff will welcome you with a friendly smile and Midwestern charm, ready to ensure your stay is just to your liking. You’ll leave Bayfield with more than just memories; you’ll pick up new friends along the way.

Start planning your next Bayfield getaway by using the lodging availability tool on our website Bayfield.org.

CAMPGROUNDS

APOSTLE ISLANDS AREA CAMPGROUND

85150 TRAILER COURT ROAD, BAYFIELD

AIACAMPING.COM | (715) 779-5524

Family owned and operated for 53 years! Full hook up 50 amp sites (pull through), cabins, swim pond and beach, mini golf!

DALRYMPLE CAMPGROUND

86070 STATE HWY. 13, BAYFIELD CITYOFBAYFIELD.COM | (715) 779-5712

28 tent and RV sites overlooking Lake Superior. Electric available. No showers or other modern amenities. No reservations accepted so come early and stay longer.

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO

37600 ONIGAMIING DRIVE, RED CLIFF

LEGENDARYWATERS.COM | (800) 226-8478

Buffalo Bay Campground adjacent to resort/casino and marina, offering lakeside sites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Mid-May to Mid-October. Electricity and water hookups. Indoor restrooms and showers. Food and refreshments on property. Gas and grocery nearby. Point Detour "Wilderness" Campground for rustic tent camping is located north of the property. Sandy swimming beach open to the public.

LITTLE SAND BAY CAMPGROUND

32665 LITTLE SAND BAY RD., BAYFIELD TOWNOFRUSSELL.ORG | (715) 779-5233

Located on Lake Superior. RV & tent sites, swimming beach, boat ramp, ice, wood, RV dump station available, protected harbor, reservations accepted.

MARINAS

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO

37600 ONIGAMIING DRIVE, RED CLIFF

LEGENDARYWATERS.COM | (800) 226-8478

Buffalo Bay Marina adjacent to resort/casino and campground offers seasonal and transient slip rentals. Includes small craft boat launch, separate entrance indoor restrooms and showers. Enjoy the sandy swimming beach open to the public. Spectacular Lake Superior and Apostle Islands view.

PIKES BAY MARINA

84190 PIKES BAY ROAD, BAYFIELD

PIKESBAYMARINA.COM | (715) 779-3900

State-of-the-art marina with first-class amenities in an extremely weather-safe harbor. Service department, ship store, vessel parts store, and fuel dock. Kitchen, Lounge, Private Shower Rooms. 1.5 miles South of Bayfield.

Photo Credit: Oxygen Imagery

Pilot House B & B 3 Suites, Sleeps 2-4

Andrew Tate Condo Condo #200, Sleeps 4

Hendrickson House, Sleeps 5 Carriage House, Sleeps 4

ANDREW TATE CONDO #200

10 NORTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

A luxury condo in the heart of downtown Bayfield that sleeps 4. Excellent harbor views with a full kitchen, 1 bedroom king, and a queen sofa sleeper.

AT SHIPS QUARTERS

20 NORTH BROAD ST., BAYFIELD

Renovated downtown 1900s home with 4 suites. All units have Roku TV, coffee, refrigerator, condiments, microwaves, jetted tubs and showers. Suites Jennie E. Northland and Olaf Sleep 2. At The Top sleeps 8 and has a kitchen.

HENDRICKSON & CARRIAGE HOUSE, THE

16 NORTH BROAD ST., BAYFIELD

Downtown, the Hendrickson House has a kitchen and sleeps 5. Includes 2 bathrooms, a jetted tub, 1 king bed, 1 twin bed, and a queen sofa sleeper. The Carriage House also has a kitchen and sleeps 4. It features 1 queen bed, a queen futon, and bathroom with tub/shower combo.

HIDDEN COVE

902 SUPERIOR AVE., WASHBURN

A 2-bedroom private cottage with a stunning view of Lake Superior Located 10 miles south of Bayfield. A wood fireplace, deck, outdoor fire ring, private swimming cove.

PILOT HOUSE B&B, THE

101 WASHINGTON AVE., BAYFIELD

Just one block from the ferry, cruise, and restaurants you'll find 3 suites with king beds and private bathrooms. Coffee makers, mini-refrigerators, flat screen tvs and 2 large decks with lake views. Admirals Quarters sleeps 4.

WASHBURN BEACH HOUSE, THE

74780 LAKESHORE DR., WASHBURN

Your own private beach. This cute home sleeps 6. 1 bedroom king, 1 bedroom queen, and 1 queen sofa sleeper.

WASHINGTON AVENUE CONDO #203

33 NORTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

This large two-level condo has a balcony with lake views. Downtown just one block from the ferry and cruise services. Sleeps 8 with 2 bedrooms with queen beds, 2 twins and a queen sofa sleeper.

WASHINGTON AVENUE CONDO #204

33 NORTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

Sleeps 6 with a large balcony (no lake view), just one block from the ferry, shops, and restaurants. 1 bath/tub/shower, 1 queen bedroom, 1 bedroom with two twin beds, 1 queen sofa sleeper. APOSTLE RENTALS PROPERTIES APOSTLERENTALS.COM | (715) 371-0171 Wine

33 N First St., Bayfield

One block from the Ferry

Open Daily • Open Holidays (715) 779-3304

LODGING

ARTESIAN HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST

84100 HATCHERY RD., BAYFIELD

ARTESIANHOUSE.COM | (715) 779-5992

Trip Advisor Traveler's Choice Award for 10 years. Contemporary, eco-friendly Inn. 25 wooded acres, trails. Awesome views, stunning night sky panorama. First floor guest rooms. Private baths/entrances, jacuzzi. Upscale furnishings/original artwork. High speed internet. Locally-sourced full hot healthy breakfast.

BAYFIELD BOULDER RIDGE TREEHOUSE

35400 COUNTY HWY J, BAYFIELD

BOULDERRIDGETREEHOUSE.COM | (715) 209-4967

This beautiful, handcrafted retreat is filled with amazing and unique details, you will find joy in each room as you discover pieces of nature woven into the interior of this comfortable house. Two-night minimum stay required.

BODIN'S RESORT

78800 BODIN RD., WASHBURN

BODINSRESORT.COM | (715) 209-7821

Nestled on the edge of the forest and sitting along the banks of Lake Superior, these modern dwellings call you to relax, enjoy, or embark on adventure. Boat launch on site, large fields for yard games. Shoreline to explore, beaches for swimming. Let your vacation begin here!

FO'C'SLE INN, THE

22580 STATE HIGHWAY 13, CORNUCOPIA

SISKIWITBAY.COM | (715) 742-3337

In the picturesque harbor of Cornucopia. Second floor private rooms with own entry, bath and a deck. Breakfast served to the room. Striking views over Lake Superior.

GICHI GAMI HOUSE

128 NORTH 4TH ST., BAYFIELD (310) 722-6707

The Gichi Gami House is a beautiful 1800-square foot house located in the heart of Bayfield. 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, large yard and deck. Walking distance from downtown.

GREUNKE'S FIRST STREET INN

17 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

GREUNKESINN.COM | (715) 779-5480

Centrally located in Bayfield near attractions and shopping. Onsite restaurant, pizza, and fish boil. Listed in directory of Wisconsin's Historic Inns and Let's Go Guide to the U.S. Ample parking. 2-night minimum, July-September.

HALE HOUSE

309 WING AVE., BAYFIELD

HALEHOUSEBAYFIELD.COM | (651) 795-1819

Recently renovated historic Bayfield home. Equal parts charming and grand, Hale House offers intimate spaces for couples as well as spacious gathering areas for larger groups. Sleeps up to 16!

ISLAND VIEW LODGING

86720 ISLAND VIEW LN., BAYFIELD

ISLANDVIEWLODGING.COM | (715) 600-3607

Two spectacular lakeside suites with private decks on the shore of Lake Superior overlooking Madeline and Basswood Islands. Private waterfront with firepit, kayak launch, garden, designated parking, and kitchenettes.

LAKE SUPERIOR LODGE

225 E. LYNDE AVE., BAYFIELD

LAKESUPERIORLODGE.US | (715) 209-0453

Old school up-north resort located on the shores of Lake Superior just a few short blocks to downtown Bayfield. Boasts serenity and tranquility along with gorgeous views.

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT AND CASINO

37600 ONAGAMIING DR., RED CLIFF

LEGENDARYWATERS.COM | (800) 226-8478

Located 3 miles north of Bayfield. 47 deluxe, king/queen and premier suites each with a Lake Superior and Apostle Islands view. Indoor swimming pool and all-seasons indoor/outdoor hot tub. Casino, food and beverage, and event center on property.

MISSION SPRINGS RESORT

30175 MISSION SPRINGS RD., ASHLAND

MISSIONSPRINGSRESORT.COM | (715) 209-8321

Pet friendly resort with 6 cabins on site and two private beaches. High speed internet and all of the amenities you would expect at a hotel in a wooded lakeside setting.

OLE AND LENA'S PLACE

85685 WOODLAND TRL., BAYFIELD

OLEANDLENASRENTALS.COM | (715) 779-3060

Four rooms, including private suite, 3 in main house. Kitchen. Spacious deck with gas grill. Rent a room or whole house. Accommodates 1-10 people. Reasonable rates.

PIER PLAZA RESTAURANT & LODGING

1 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

BAYFIELDPIERPLAZA.COM | (715) 779-3330

Serving the community since 1937 in downtown Bayfield. Dine and stay with us overlooking Lake Superior. Serving local fare including awardwinning food. Private decks with Lake Superior view.

PINEHURST INN BED & BREAKFAST

83645 STATE HIGHWAY 13, BAYFIELD

PINEHURSTINN.COM | (715) 779-3676

Named BEST OF THE BEST in 2021 and 2022, a Tripadvisor Travelerranked award, ranking us in the top 1% of lodging worldwide. Offering 8 unique rooms with their own bathroom, a hearty 3-course breakfast, an afternoon treat, and other wonderful amenities. Located on 3+ acres of beautiful gardens and old majestic trees.

QUEEN'S VIEW

108 NORTH 3RD ST., BAYFIELD

QUEENSVIEWBAYFIELD.COM | (715) 600-1260

Offering lodging, events, house-made breakfast, stunning views, exquisite gardens, and stellar hospitality. Visit us year-round for a blend of Victorianera charm, modern amenities, and a bit of whimsy.

WILD RICE RETREAT

84860 OLD SAN RD., BAYFIELD

WILDRICERETREAT.COM | (715) 779-0178

A Scandinavian-inspired modern resort destination, Wild Rice Retreat offers resort stays for guests looking to curate their own getaway and guided retreats for those seeking an instructor-led retreat.

WOODSIDE COTTAGES OF BAYFIELD

84790 SOUTH STATE HWY. 13, BAYFIELD

WOODSIDECOTTAGES.COM | (715) 779-5600

One to three bedroom cottages with 2-person jacuzzis & tubs, kitchens, WIFI, Brownstone Trail. Come stay with us and experience Bayfield! Located 1/2 mile from downtown at South Highway 13 and South County Highway J

Mt. Ashwabay overlooks Lake Superior in Bayfield, with over 40km of some of the best Nordic skiing in the country, downhill runs with postcard views, groomed fat bike & snowshoe trails with plenty of backcountry opportunities— and all this opens up for hiking & trail running in the summer. Plus over 20 miles of single track mountain bike trails beautifully maintained to perfection by volunteers & CAMBA. Four seasons of adventure!

STAY

ADA O'DAY CONDOS #1-6

34 & 36 NORTH SECOND ST., BAYFIELD

These modern 1, 2, & 3 bedroom units offer full kitchen, fine furnishings, private balcony or patio, jetted tub, fireplace, partial to excellent Lake Superior views and central location.

ANDREW TATE CONDOS #201, #202

10 NORTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

These luxury 1&2 bedroom condos are in the heart of downtown, adjacent to The Bayfield Inn. Both units offer full kitchen, modern amenities, private parking and private balcony with stunning harbor views.

BAYFIELD INN, THE

20 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

Stay. Dine. Relax. 21 well appointed hotel rooms with luxurious amenities on the shores of Lake Superior in the heart of Bayfield. Offering private parking, onsite dining, lounge and rooftop bar.

BAYFIELD ON THE LAKE CONDOS #100, #102, #201, #202, AND #301

10 SOUTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

Bayfield's most sought after 1-4 bedroom lakefront condos with incomparable panoramic Lake Superior views. All units have modern amenities, private patio or balcony and central downtown location.

GARDEN GUEST HOUSE

23 SOUTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

Five centrally located modern suites with private parking. Three have kitchenettes and lake view decks. One other is a garden level suite with a full kitchen. The last is a cozy queen suite.

ISAAC WING HOUSE

17 SOUTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

Historic Inn features lake views and spectacular gardens. Located steps from shopping, restaurants, and lakeside attractions. Five comfortable suites with private baths, off-street parking, relaxing porches and pet friendly.

WINDSEEKER RENTALS

(715) 513-6540, BAYFIELD

The Bayfield Collective. A collection of eco-luxe accommodations in beautiful Bayfield, WI. Your Superior vacation experience awaits! Offering licensed and professional management services for both short and longer term accommodations.

BAYFIELD GUEST HOUSE

249 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

Offers suites with lake views and jacuzzi tubs fit for two in the heart of Bayfield. Also available is a modern two-bedroom condo with full kitchen in this beautifully restored historic building.

BUNGALOW ON BROAD

11 NORTH BROAD ST., BAYFIELD

Recently renovated downtown penthouse that features an open single level floor plan. Just steps away from everything in downtown Bayfield, showcasing views of Lake Superior. Sleeps 8.

CARRIAGE HOUSE

34755 CHEQUAMEGON RD., BAYFIELD

Superior lake views! The carriage house features an open layout with vaulted ceilings. Enjoy lots of sunlight in this cozy two-bedroom, 1 bath home

HEMLOCK CHALET

87785 BRICKYARD CREEK RD., BAYFIELD

Newly renovated, the Hemlock Chalet features a transitional modern aesthetic and open layout. Access walkout sand beach on Lake Superior and maintained trails covering 70 acres of boreal forest. Sleeps 4.

ISLAND OVERLOOK CABINS

91983 OLD CTY HWY K, BAYFIELD

Newly built cabins overlooking Lake Superior. Each cabin offers full kitchen and sleeps up to 4. Enjoy the outdoors with private hiking, snowshoeing and Nordic ski trails.

STEEPLE HILL FLATS

308 NORTH 2ND ST., BAYFIELD

Two modern suites nestled into the Bayfield hillside with breathtaking views of Lake Superior. Oversized soaking tubs that give both of these spaces a relaxing and luxurious feel.

SUMAC CHALET

37495 SOPHIE LN., BAYFIELD

Larger two-bedroom cabin with boreal forest foot trails out your front door. Updated interior design brings an unexpected modern feel to the cozy charm. Sleeps 5.

WILLOWBROOK COTTAGE

9 NORTH 6TH ST., BAYFIELD

Comfy two-bedroom, one bathroom cottage located just blocks from the heart of downtown Bayfield. Open year-round, this comfortably sleeps 5.

HISTORIC BAYFIELD

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SHOP

Give the Gift of Lake Superior

When you visit Bayfield, Wisconsin, you’ll notice its unique beauty and attributes, from the picturesque views of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands to the charming businesses that line the small city's streets. As you go from business to business, you’ll be greeted with Midwest coastal charm, and you might also notice that many of those friendly faces will come from women. Approximately 70 percent of Bayfield area businesses are women-owned and operated.

As you walk the streets, you’ll discover unique shops and galleries with items inspired by Lake Superior and its natural surroundings. Explore diverse assortments from regional artists showcased in the numerous galleries throughout the town; purchase locally crafted and sourced goods from independently owned and operated businesses. There are no big box stores, so you know your dollars support the local community. Bayfield stores have everything you need, from essentials to luxury items, ensuring you can find a piece of Bayfield to take home with you.

Head up to the orchards for some fresh seasonal fruit or homemade jams and jellies. Be sure to stop at one of the stores and galleries that line Highway 13 between Bayfield, Washburn, and Cornucopia.

SHOPS

ADVENTUREUS

101 W BAYFIELD ST., WASHBURN

ADVENTUREUS.COM | (715) 209-4057

This unique store is home to a beautiful outdoor-themed gift store along with an in-house sewing studio, Rip and Stitch Sew Co, and Full Keel Coffee Roastery. Open year-round plus shipping options.

BAYFIELD ARTISTS' GUILD

201 RITTENHOUSE AVENUE, BAYFIELD

BAYFIELDARTISTSGUILD.COM | (715) 779-5781

Paintings, photography, blown glass, ceramics, carved and turned wood, jewelry, sewn goods, candles, soaps, lotions, greeting cards - all made by local artists and artisans.

BAYFIELD WINE & SPIRITS + APOSTLE 22

13 S. SECOND ST., BAYFIELD

BAYFIELDWINEANDSPIRITS.COM | (715) 913-0141

An exquisite assortment of premium wines, rare spirits, cheese, gourmet take-out deli offerings, and a wide range of exceptional gifts.

BELL STREET GALLERY BAYFIELD

107 MANYPENNY AVENUE, BAYFIELD

BELLSTGALLERY.COM | (715) 747-2092

Come join our sister store in Bayfield and find local and regional artist exclusives including paintings, pottery, jewelry, prints/cards, and fabulous gifts! Open year round.

BENOIT CHEESE

23920 COUNTY HWY F, BENOIT

BENOITCHEESE.COM | (715) 746-2561

Open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm & Saturdays 9am-3pm. Old-fashioned specialty cheese emporium with many of Wisconsin's finest! Fresh curds to 20-year cheddar, come sample!

BODIN FISHERIES

208 WILSON AVENUE, BAYFIELD

BODINFISHERIES.COM | (715) 779-3301

Located on the historic fishing docks along the south side of town. We feature Apostle Islands fresh fish daily. Fresh from the lake to your plate!

BROWNSTONE CENTRE

121 RITTENHOUSE AVENUE, BAYFIELD

FACEBOOK.COM/BROWNSTONECENTRE | (715) 779-5571

A truly eclectic Bayfield shop featuring womens' active and casual lifestyle apparel, children's toys, games, and puzzles, Lake Superior gifts and souvenirs, and to top it off with a complete yarn shop on the 2nd floor.

CAPTAIN'S SPIRITS

33 NORTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

FACEBOOK.COM/CAPTAINSBAYFIELD | (715) 779-3304

Beer, Cheese, and Wine, Oh My! At Captain’s Spirits you can find everything you need for an evening of relaxation or entertaining. We have a wide variety of beers, wines, and spirits including a diverse selection of non-alcoholic options. We are especially proud to support many Wisconsin and Bayfield area businesses. We carry local favorite Tetzner’s ice cream, as well as many Wisconsin cheese brands and other snacks.

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SHOPS

FULL KEEL COFFEE

101 WEST BAYFIELD ST., WASHBURN

FULLKEELCOFFEE.COM | (715) 209-4760

Full Keel Coffee is honored to be featured in dozens of Bayfield vacation rentals. Roastery right in downtown Washburn, check the AdventureUs gift store hours to find all five specialty blends, fun Full Keel Coffee souvenirs, and free samples daily.

HARBOR HOUSE SWEETS

127 WEST BAYFIELD ST., WASHBURN

HARBORHOUSESWEETS.COM | (715) 373-0565

We select our ingredients with perfection in mind, from locally-sourced dairy and fruits to the finest cocoa from around the world. You'll love the taste of our handmade products. Delicious Chocolates, Fudge (sometimes you can see it made at the store), Turtles, Toffee, Homemade Ice Cream, Cakes, Packaged goods, Jams, Sauces, Coffee, Syrups, Cheesecakes, Cupcakes, Cookies, Cookie Platters, Dessert trays, Pies (seasonal only), Brownies, and more. Specialty Desserts like Chocolate marquis, mousse cakes. Order online by visiting our website.

HONEST DOG BOOKS

40 SOUTH 2ND ST., BAYFIELD HONESTDOGBOOKS.COM | (715) 779-5223

New, used, and rare books with a focus on wilderness adventure, sailing, regional and indigenous reads, LGBTQ+, children, and young adult.

HOOP'S DOCKSIDE FISH MARKET

207 WILSON AVE., BAYFIELD FACEBOOK.COM/HOOPSFISHMARKET | (715) 779-1250

From my boat to your plate! Come and enjoy smoked and fresh caught fish daily by a sixth-generation commercial fisherman at Hoop's Dockside Fish Market.

HOWL ADVENTURE CENTER

35265 SOUTH COUNTY HWY J (CORNER OF HWY. 13 & J), BAYFIELD HOWLINBAYFIELD.COM | (715) 779-5561

Clothing and gear, bikes, beer and coffee! Bike sales, rentals and service, free demos, on-site trails, camping gear, outdoor clothing, Nordic skis and snowshoes. Brewery and taproom attached with seasonal foodtruck.

JOANNE'S SCANDINAVIAN

223 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD (715) 779-5772

Thoughtfully curated collection of goods representing the functional simplicity and traditional beauty of Scandinavian design.

KEEPER OF THE LIGHT

19 FRONT ST., BAYFIELD

KEEPEROFTHELIGHT.NET | (715) 779-5619

Collectibles, décor, maps, posters, clothing, caps, jewelry, flags, windsocks, rocks, toys, greeting cards, postcards, pirate booty, drinkware and mermaids. Boatloads of souvenirs and penny press!

LUMSTUDIO BY CF DESIGN

310 EAST SUPERIOR ST. #125, DULUTH

LUMSTUDIO.US | (218) 343-0983

LUMstudio, by CF design, is a new curated collection of international furniture and lighting - Part gallery, part consulting and procurement, LUMstudio and CF design come together to raise expectations for good design and good living through design.

SHELLI

126 RITTENHOUSE AVE. #C, BAYFIELD

SHELLILLC.COM | (715) 913-0093

A trendy, classy, and sophisticated resort wear boutique where we provide the highest quality selections of resort wear.

SILVERWAVES JEWELRY

126 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

SILVERWAVES.NET | (715) 913-0256

Shop organic jewelry designs inspired by Lake Superior and the outdoors at our working studio and art gallery. Lake Superior agates, greenstone and other regional stone jewelry are all created on site.

STONE'S THROW

40 SOUTH 2ND ST., BAYFIELD STONESTHROWBAYFIELD.COM | (715) 779-5200

A fun eclectic gallery and gift experience. Lots of local and not-so-local art and crafts. Just a stone's throw away from the main drag.

SWEET SAILING

120 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD FACEBOOK.COM/SWEETSAILING | (715) 779-3682

An authentically Bayfield all you dream of in a one shop candy shop! We have your sweet tooth covered with Homestyle Fudge, Salt Water Taffy, Chocolate Goodies, Nostalgic Candies, Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream, and Bayfield Jams & Jellies.

THERE'S NOTHING BETTER THAN THE TASTE OF BAYFIELD

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There's nothing like the taste of Bayfield.

Savor the unique taste of Bayfield, where chefs craft distinctive menus inspired daily by fresh catches of Lake Superior or locally grown ingredients. Diners seeking variety will delight in our independently owned and operated eateries. Whether you crave a classic pub burger or want to try something new like whitefish livers, Bayfield ensures a culinary adventure tailored to your tastes.

Ingredients used in dishes in restaurants across the Bayfield Peninsula are farm-to-table or made from a Superior catch. Feed your hunger with an award-winning fish fry made from Lake Superior whitefish. Taste award-winning wine, ciders, and cocktails made from fresh fruits grown locally. Bayfield is home to more than a dozen berry farms and orchards, which inspire entrées and beverages in restaurants across the peninsula. For dessert, indulge in a warm apple pie or apple cider doughnuts made from freshly harvested apples.

With Lake Superior as your backdrop, take your taste buds to new heights as you indulge in smoked Lake Superior whitefish paired with local wine as you sip and savor the sunset from a rooftop deck or lounge. For aficionados of exquisite cuisine, Bayfield's diverse restaurant scene solidifies its position as one of the premier culinary destinations in Wisconsin. Check out Bayfield.org of updated dining hours and offerings.

CAF É CLAUDIA AT LAKE SUPERIOR LODGE

225 E LYNDE AVE, BAYFIELD

LAKESUPERIORLODGE.US | (715) 209-0453

Handmade deli sandwiches, soup, sides, or we can cook you a pizza. While we prepare your order browse our local and vintage gifts and gallery or find an outdoor table somewhere in our 3 acres of garden. Room delivery available.

CAF É COCO – ARTISAN BAKERY AND GOOD EATS

146 WEST BAYFIELD ST., WASHBURN

COCONORTH.COM | (715) 373-2253

Serving full breakfast and lunch menus featuring local ingredients with gluten-free options. Full service bakery with fresh bread daily, breakfast pastries, custom cakes, desserts whole or by the slice.

CREAMERY BAR, THE

31 SOUTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

FACEBOOK.COM/THECREAMERYBAR | (715) 913-0180

Bayfield's hotspot for nightlife! A full bar with a great selection of beer, wine, and spirits. THE place to watch your favorite sports! Open year-round!

DECK AT THE BAYFIELD INN, THE

20 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

THEBAYFIELDINN.COM | (715) 779-3363

Bayfield's best views, drinks, and outdoor dining on the rooftop of The Bayfield Inn! Serving food and full bar daily, weather permitting. Seasonal outdoor venue.

GREUNKE'S FIRST STREET RESTAURANT

17 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

GREUNKESINN.COM | (715) 779-5480

Quintessentially Bayfield. Serving blueberry pancakes to salty sailors for 8 decades! Featuring Trout Hemingway and whitefish livers. 40s/50s décor. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, fish boils. Centrally located with ample parking.

HARBOR TABLE

130 W HARBOR VIEW DR., WASHBURN

HARBORTABLEWASHBURN.COM | (715) 373-5492

Join us 6 days a week on the lake. Delicious food and cocktails. Specials daily. Private room rental/catering available for your special gatherings.

LAKESIDE DINING ROOM & LOUNGE AT THE BAYFIELD INN

20 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

THEBAYFIELDINN.COM | (715) 779-3363

Take in spectacular Lake Superior views while enjoying breakfast, lunch or dinner in the Lakeside Dining Room. The Lounge offers a (seasonal) nightly menu, premium spirits, local and regional craft brews and a fine wine selection.

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LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO

37600 ONIGAMING DRIVE, RED CLIFF

LEGENDARYWATERS.COM | (800) 226-8478

Enjoy a floor-to-ceiling view overlooking Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. Legends Sports Grill offers a variety of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drink choices. Enjoy in-season fresh and locally-harvested Lake Superior fish. The Wisconsin Cheese Curd Burger is a popular choice. The Snack Bar offers lighter fare during peak hours, event nights, and late night. Full-service lounge. Check entertainment schedule.

MANYPENNY BISTRO

201 MANYPENNY AVE., BAYFIELD

FACEBOOK.COM/MANYPENNYBISTRO | (715) 913-0303

The Manypenny Bistro is a full-service restaurant and full bar. Serving breakfast, lunch , dinner and DINE IN, TAKE OUT, DELIVERY. Join us for your next meal in Bayfield.

PATSY'S BAR AND GRILL

328 W. BAYFIELD ST., WASHBURN

PATSYSBARANDGRILL.COM | (715) 373-5792

Patsy's Bar & Grill is the best time you can have in Washburn! We offer fresh locally-sourced fish, daily specials, and a full menu. Stop by and visit with the locals and catch up on all that is happening in the Chequamegon Bay area.

PIER PLAZA RESTAURANT & LODGING

1 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD

BAYFIELDPIERPLAZA.COM | (715) 779-3330

Serving the community since 1937 in downtown Bayfield. Dine and stay with us overlooking Lake Superior. Serving local fare including award-winning food.

WEDDINGS

The Perfect Place for Your Perfect Day

Whether envisioning a formal affair adorned with black ties and elegant gowns or an intimate barefoot ceremony on the beach, Bayfield is the ideal canvas to paint the wedding of your dreams. Your wedding day deserves to be exactly as you imagine it, and Bayfield provides everything you need to bring your vision to life.

The first step in planning your Bayfield wedding is selecting the perfect venue. From the historic Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion, nestled downtown and directly on the lake, to a romantic private sailboat cruise through the Apostle Islands, options abound. Bayfield is home to a wealth of local vendors ready to assist with catering, wine, flowers, and more.

With more than 100 lodging properties available including hotels, motels, B&Bs, cabins and cottages, your guests will appreciate the diversity of accommodations available. Bayfield has rental properties to accommodate your whole wedding party no matter what the size. Rent out an entire bed and breakfast or spacious vacation rental for your intimate wedding ceremony. By choosing a distinctive destination, you may find your guests extending their own stay to spend time exploring the area and all it has to offer.

WEDDINGS

APOSTLE HIGHLANDS WEDDINGS

34745 MADELINE TRAIL, BAYFIELD

GOLFBAYFIELD.COM | (715) 913-0006

Beautiful lake views. Pavilion perfect for accommodating 150 guests. Located on Apostle Highlands golf course.

BAYFIELD LAKESIDE PAVILION

2 EAST FRONT ST., BAYFIELD

CITYOFBAYFIELD.COM | (715) 779-5712

This historic lakeside facility is perfect for events of all types and sizes. Seating for 200! Please call or email cityclerk@cityofbayfield.com to make reservations.

BLUE VISTA FARM

34045 S. COUNTY HWY J, BAYFIELD

BLUEVISTAFARM.COM | (715) 779-5400

Beautiful 40-acre fruit and flower farm overlooking the life-giving waters of Gitchigami. Event space for weddings and receptions, bouquet packages available as well. Celebrate your special day at a one-of-a-kind location!

JD BASS ENTERTAINMENT

JDBASSENTERTAINMENT.COM | (715) 209-5635

We have the experience and expertise needed to bring your perfect day to life! Photography options available. Contact us today! “It's All About The Experience” Est. 1995

LACE & BRASS EVENTS

LACEANDBRASSEVENTS.COM | (715) 600-1822

Wedding and elopement planner based in Bayfield. Services include allinclusive elopement packages, wedding planning, wedding management and decoration rentals. See more info on our website. All are welcome!

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO

37600 ONIGAMIING DRIVE, RED CLIFF

LEGENDARYWATERS.COM | (800) 226-8478

The event center can accommodate any size group, meeting, event, or special occasion. 5,000 sq. ft. space. Breakout room options. Stage, dance floor, audio equipment, podium and more. Ask about the backyard patio overlooking Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. Catering provided by on-site food and beverage team. Tours and consultations by request. A group salesperson will assist you from start to finish.

QUEEN'S VIEW

108 NORTH 3RD ST., BAYFIELD

QUEENSVIEWBAYFIELD.COM | (715) 600-1260

Beautiful gardens, lake views, wrap-around porch, outdoor plunge pool, solarium and other spacious options offer a unique backdrop for events up to 100 guests. Includes bed & breakfast amenities.

Photo Credit: Sarah Ascanio Photography Wedding Planning by Lace & Brass Events

Christ Episcopal Church

Choose this historic, intimate site for your beautiful, spiritual wedding.

www.christchurchbayfield.org

Please send wedding inquiries to: christepiscopalbayfieldwi@gmail.com

Listed in the National Register of Historic Places

for an exceptional experience !

Offering flexibility and choice, with the promise of three experienced and well connected brokers working together to meet your goals in selling and purchasing real estate. Esme Martinson 715-209-5276 Suzie Arn

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Services You Need

Discover a robust business community in Bayfield and its surrounding areas, offering essential supplies and services to facilitate your home or business establishment on the south shore of Lake Superior.

Our region boasts utility providers, contractors, suppliers, and businesses eager to assist you in designing and implementing systems that suit your requirements. What sets our service professionals apart is not only their expertise but also their community engagement. Many of these professionals are active members of our community, sharing a vested interest in collaborating with friends and neighbors to enhance the quality of life in Bayfield.

The beauty of Bayfield captivates many visitors, inspiring them to consider relocating to this stunning area. Bayfield boasts seasoned brokers and real estate professionals who are eager to assist you in discovering your ideal new or second home.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

BROAD STREET BROKERS

39 SOUTH BROAD ST., BAYFIELD

BROADSTREETBROKERSLLC.COM | (715) 779-3220

Client-centered real estate services catered to your buying or selling needs. Three experienced brokers, firmly connected to Bayfield, Washburn and the south shore area.

CF DESIGN LTD

10 NORTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD

CFDESIGNLTD.COM | (218) 343-0983

Custom architectural services with focus on fit of building and site, fine detailing, energy efficiency, durability, and beauty.

JD BASS PHOTOGRAPHY

STUDIO LOCATION: 522 CHAPPLE AVE., ASHLAND

JDBASSENTERTAINMENT.COM | (715) 209-5635

Offering both in-studio (Ashland) and outdoor portrait sessions for: Engagements, couples, families, HS seniors, business headshots, fashion We also cover events! Find us on Facebook. “Capturing Your Precious Moments”

OLHA KUCHERIAVA DESIGN SERVICES

(715) 292-4507

Offering creative visual concepts using computer or by hand. I work with clients to develop overall layout and production designs for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and social media. Reach out and let's discuss your next project.

ROBERT

KELLY TREE CARE

34850 SIEFERT RD., BAYFIELD

ROBERTKELLYTREECARE.COM | (715) 913-0011

45 years of tree care experience. International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist. Tree trimming, tree removal, stump removal and overall health and hazard tree evaluation.

WINDSEEKER REALTY

215 RITTENHOUSE AVENUE, BAYFIELD

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Your Guide to Bayfield & Beyond! Our Team of Licensed Real Estate Professionals are here to serve all your real estate needs. Primarily serving Bayfield and Ashland counties.

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Handcrafted treats made in Bayfield, WI with real peanut butter or apple and pumpkin. Available at select area retail stores. Online orders welcome. www.raceystastydogtreats.com

portion of all proceeds goes to local rescues, including Chequamegon Humane Association, and helps support “Jim’s Team” - our rescue sled dog team inspired by our treats namesake, Racey.

Photo Credit: JD Bass Photography

APOSTLE ISLANDS AREA CAMPGROUND – SEE MORE ON PAGE 42

85150 TRAILER COURT ROAD, BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5524

DALRYMPLE CAMPGROUND – SEE MORE ON PAGE 42

86070 STATE HWY. 13, BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5712

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO – SEE MORE ON PAGE 42 37600 ONIGAMIING DR., RED CLIFF · (800) 226-8478

LITTLE SAND BAY CAMPGROUND – SEE MORE ON PAGE 42 32665 LITTLE SAND BAY RD., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5233

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO – SEE MORE ON PAGE 42 84190 PIKES BAY RD., BAYFIELD · (800) 226-8478

APFELHAUS CIDERY @ HAUSER

34745 MADELINE TRAIL, BAYFIELD · (715) 913-0006

APOSTLE ISLANDS CRUISES – SEE MORE ON PAGE 35

2 NORTH FRONT ST., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-3925

AUSTIN MILLER STUDIO AND GALLERY – SEE MORE ON PAGE 37

33615 SKI HILL RD., BAYFIELD · (406) 579-5605

BACKSTAGE, THE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 37

84810 STATE HWY 13, BAYFIELD · (715) 373-5552

BAYFIELD APPLE COMPANY – SEE MORE ON PAGE 38

87540 COUNTY HIGHWAY J, BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5700

BAYFIELD COUNTY TOURISM – SEE MORE ON PAGE 34

117 E 5TH STREET, WASHBURN · (715) 373-6125

BAYFIELD HERITAGE ASSOCIATION – SEE MORE ON PAGE 35

30 N BROAD STREET, BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5958

BAYFIELD INN ART GALLERY – SEE MORE ON PAGE 37

20 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-3363

BAYFIELD REC CENTER – SEE MORE ON PAGE 35

140 SOUTH BROAD ST., BAYFIELD· (715) 779-5408

BAYFIELD WINERY AND BLUE OX CIDER – SEE MORE ON PAGE 38

87380 BETZOLD RD., BAYFIELD (715) 779-3274

BELL STREET GALLERY AND ARTBAR – SEE MORE ON PAGE 37

807 BELL ST., LA POINTE (715) 747-2092

BIG TOP CHAUTAUQUA – SEE MORE ON PAGE 37

32525 SKI HILL RD., BAYFIELD · (715) 373-5552

BLUE VISTA FARM – SEE MORE ON PAGE 38

34045 SOUTH COUNTY HWY. J, BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5400

COPPER CROW DISTILLERY, LLC – SEE MORE ON PAGE 38

37395 STATE HWY. 13, BAYFIELD· (715) 779-0275

ECKELS POTTERY AND FINE CRAFT GALLERY – SEE MORE ON PAGE 37

85205 STATE HWY. 13, BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5617

ERICKSON ORCHARDS AND COUNTRY STORE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 38

86600 BETZOLD RD., BAYFIELD · (715) 913-0717

HAUSER'S SUPERIOR VIEW FARM

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86565 COUNTY HWY J, BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5404

HESTEKIN POTTERY – SEE MORE ON PAGE 37

22630 SISKIWIT BAY PARKWAY, CORNUCOPIA · (715) 209-0137

LAKE SUPERIOR TALL SHIPS, INC. – SEE MORE ON PAGE 34

PIKES BAY MARINA, SLIP 202, BAYFIELD · (262) 422-0607

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO – SEE MORE ON PAGE 34

37600 ONIGAMIING DR. RED CLIFF · (800) 226-8478

LOST CREEK ADVENTURES - SEA KAYAK OUTFITTER – SEE MORE ON PAGE 34

22475 STATE HWY. 13, CORNUCOPIA · (715) 953-2223

ARTS & CULTURE

ARTS & CULTURE

HEALTH & WELLNESS

WINERY/CIDERY ORCHARDS & FRUIT FARMS

ARTS & CULTURE

ORCHARDS & FRUIT FARMS

DISTILLERY

ORCHARDS & FRUIT FARMS

ORCHARDS & FRUIT FARMS

ARTS & CULTURE ADVENTURE

PIKES BAY MARINA – SEE MORE ON PAGE 42 84190 PIKES BAY RD., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-3900 ORCHARDS & FRUIT FARMS

ADVENTURE ADVENTURE

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MADELINE ISLAND FERRY LINE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 35

20 WASHINGTON AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 747-2051

MADELINE ISLAND MUSEUM – SEE MORE ON PAGE 35

226 COLONEL WOODS AVE., LA POINTE · (715) 747-2415

MADELINE ISLAND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS – SEE MORE ON PAGE 37

978 MIDDLE ROAD, LA POINTE · (715) 747-2054

MT. ASHWABAY SKI & RECREATION AREA – SEE MORE ON PAGE 34

32525 SKI HILL ROAD, BAYFIELD (715) 779-3227

SUPERIOR BODY MASSAGE & SPA – SEE MORE ON PAGE 35

33 NORTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD · (715) 209-0428

TREK AND TRAIL SEA KAYAKING – SEE MORE ON PAGE 35

7 WASHINGTON AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-3595

WHITE WINTER MEAD, CIDER, AND SPIRITS – SEE MORE ON PAGE 38

68323 A LEA ST., IRON RIVER · (715) 372-5656

WILLIGANS ADVENTURES – SEE MORE ON PAGE 34

37735 ROYS POINT BLVD., BAYFIELD · (763) 381-7076

WOLFSONG ADVENTURES IN MUSHING – SEE MORE ON PAGE 34

ARTS & CULTURE

ADVENTURE

86990 S. PRATT RD., BAYFIELD · (715) 209-4551 HEALTH

SHOP

ADVENTUREUS – SEE MORE ON PAGE 52

101 W BAYFIELD ST., WASHBURN · (715) 209-4057

BAYFIELD ARTISTS' GUILD – SEE MORE ON PAGE 52

201 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5781

BAYFIELD WINE & SPIRITS + APOSTLE 22 – SEE MORE ON PAGE 52

13 S. SECOND ST., BAYFIELD · (715) 913-0141

BELL STREET GALLERY BAYFIELD – SEE MORE ON PAGE 52

107 MANYPENNY AVENUE, BAYFIELD (715) 747-2092

BENOIT CHEESE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 52

23920 COUNTY HWY F, BENOIT· (715) 746-2561

BODIN FISHERIES – SEE MORE ON PAGE 52

208 WILSON AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-3301

BROWNSTONE CENTRE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 52

121 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5571

CAPTAIN'S SPIRITS – SEE MORE ON PAGE 52

33 NORTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-3304

FULL KEEL COFFEE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 53

101 WEST BAYFIELD ST., WASHBURN · (715) 209-4760

HARBOR HOUSE SWEETS – SEE MORE ON PAGE 53 127 W. BAYFIELD ST., WASHBURN · (715) 373-0565

HONEST DOG BOOKS – SEE MORE ON PAGE 53 40 S 2ND STREET, BAYFIELD

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CAF É CLAUDIA AT LAKE SUPERIOR LODGE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 56

225 EAST LYNDE AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 2092-0453

CAF É COCO – ARTISAN BAKERY AND GOOD EATS – SEE MORE ON PAGE 56

146 WEST BAYFIELD ST., WASHBURN · (715) 373-2253

CREAMERY BAR, THE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 56

31 SOUTH FIRST ST., BAYFIELD · (715) 913-0180

DECK AT THE BAYFIELD INN, THE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 56

20 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-3363

GREUNKE'S FIRST STREET RESTAURANT – SEE MORE ON PAGE 56

17 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5480

HARBOR TABLE – SEE MORE ON PAGE 56

130 WEST HARBOR VIEW DR., WASHBURN · (715) 373-5492

LAKESIDE DINING ROOM & LOUNGE AT THE BAYFIELD INN – SEE MORE ON PAGE 56

20 RITTENHOUSE AVE. BAYFIELD · (715) 779-3363

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO – SEE MORE ON PAGE 57

37600 ONIGAMIING DRIVE, RED CLIFF · (800) 226-8478

MANYPENNY BISTRO – SEE MORE ON PAGE 57

201 MANYPENNY AVE., BAYFIELD • (715) 913-0303

PATSY'S BAR AND GRILL – SEE MORE ON PAGE 57

WEST BAYFIELD ST., BAYFIELD • (715) 373-5792

PIER PLAZA RESTAURANT & LODGING – SEE MORE ON PAGE

BAYFIELD LAKESIDE PAVILION – SEE MORE ON PAGE 58 2 EAST FRONT ST., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5712

BLUE VISTA FARM – SEE MORE ON PAGE 58

34045 S. COUNTY HWY J, BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5400

JD BASS ENTERTAINMENT – SEE MORE ON PAGE 58

Cell: (715) 209-5635 Office: (715) 682-9539

LACE & BRASS EVENTS – SEE MORE ON PAGE 58 BAYFIELD · (715) 600-1822

LEGENDARY WATERS RESORT & CASINO – SEE MORE ON PAGE 58

37600 ONIGAMIING DR. RED CLIFF · (800) 226-8478

QUEEN'S VIEW – SEE MORE ON PAGE 58

108 N 3RD STREET, BAYFIELD · (715) 600-1260

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STUDIO LOCATION: 522 CHAPPLE AVE., ASHLAND · (715) 209-5635

OLHA KUCHERIAVA DESIGN SERVICES – SEE MORE ON PAGE 60

BAYFIELD · (715) 292-4507

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34850 SIEFERT RD., BAYFIELD · (715) 913-0011

WINDSEEKER REALTY – SEE MORE ON PAGE 60

215 RITTENHOUSE AVE., BAYFIELD · (715) 779-5000

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Bayfield and the Apostle Islands is an area made for adventure. Use these maps to help you find opportunities to explore in and around the Bayfield area.

MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS

SNOWSHOE TRAILS

CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS

HIKING TRAILS

WATERFALLS • BEACHES

Photo Credit: Jeff Rennicke

MT. ASHWABAY CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS

Photo Credit: Oxygen Imagery

HOUGHTON FALLS NATURE PRESERVE

0.75 MILES

• DIFFICULTY: EASY

Located 3.5 miles north of Washburn. Turn on Houghton Falls Road and drive .5 miles to the parking area. The .75 mile trail traverses some beautiful natural features before ending at the edge of Lake Superior–far above the water. The waterfall flow is seasonal. Please note that the gate in the parking area will lock automatically at the posted closing time.

SISKIWIT RIVER SWENSON FOREST PRESERVE

SHORT TRAIL ALONG THE RIVER

DIFFICULTY: MODERATE

Located .25 miles east of Cornucopia of County Highway C on Siskiwit Falls Road. A beautiful stretch of cascading waterfalls and coastal wetlands. The primitive trail runs along the east side of the Siskiwit River.

LOST CREEK FALLS

1.5 MILES

• DIFFICULTY: MODERATE

From County Highway C just south of Cornucopia, turn on Trail Drive. Travel .5 miles to the trailhead and follow the signs 1.5 miles through the forest. This waterfall features a lovely 8-foot plunge, with smaller cascades below. The hike to the falls is through a scenic, forested area and the trail is well maintained with boardwalks and bridges.

TWIN FALLS

0.3 MILES

• DIFFICULTY: EASY

Just outside of Port Wing on the south side of State Highway 13. Turn on Twin Falls Road and follow a short distance to find a place to park. Follow the signs up the .3 mile path to the observation deck looking down on Larson Creek flowing over the falls and the cavern beneath you.

5 MORGAN FALLS

0.75 MILES

• DIFFICULTY: EASY

From Ashland, go south on State Highway 112/Sanborn Avenue, follow for about 9 miles. Go straight onto County Highway E, about 1.5 miles past the town of Sanborn. Turn left onto Ashland-Bayfield Road, and go south 4 miles. The parking area and trailhead will be on the left. The falls itself is an elegant cascade, diagonally traversing a 70 foot granite face. In the winter only a trickle of a stream flows through the frozen falls. For a quick scenic snowshoe jaunt, Morgan Falls is a good choice.

BAYVIEW BEACH

Follow State Highway 13 south from Bayfield 5 miles. Park on Bayview Park or Friendly Valley Road. Bathroom and picnic facilities available. Walk the 3.8 mile shoreline and swim. Watch out for poison ivy growing along the tops of the dunes.

JONI'S BEACH

Take the Madeline Island Ferry Line to La Pointe. Joni's Beach is located downtown with public restroom facilities, sandbox and play facilities geared for toddlers and above. Covered picnic area and sand beach.

BIG BAY STATE/TOWN PARKS

Take the Madeline Island Ferry Line to La Pointe, and drive ~6 miles to Big Bay Town Park or Big Bay State Park. Both have beautiful sand beaches.

BAYFIELD PUBLIC BEACH

Located at the end of Broad Street (south) and Wilson Avenue in downtown Bayfield. A small sand swimming beach with views of Madeline Island. Watch the Madeline Island Ferry Line and sailboats as you enjoy the beach and picnic facilities. There is a second small beach at the end of Washington Avenue.

FROG BAY TRIBAL

NATIONAL PARK BEACH

From Bayfield, drive north on State Highway 13 to Red Cliff. Turn right on Blueberry Road at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino. Follow Blueberry Road for approx. 3 miles. Turn right onto Frog Bay Road and follow until it dead ends. The Beach Trail is a 0.5mile old access road to the right of the parking area. The beach consists of pristine sandy beaches bordered by primordial boreal forest identified to be of Global Significance by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

LITTLE SAND BAY BEACH

From Bayfield, drive north on State Highway 13 for 5 miles. Go right on Old County Highway K for 5 more miles, then a right on Little Sand Bay Road. The beach is located next to the boat launch near the Little Sand Bay Visitor Center, this beach is part of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.

MEYERS BEACH

From Bayfield, drive north on State Highway 13 for 17 miles. Turn right onto Meyers Road. There is a $5 parking fee. Beautiful Lake Superior beach offering a nice spot for swimming, a picnic, or beach combing. Located just 2 miles from the Sea Caves of the Bayfield Peninsula. Popular departure point for kayakers wanting to explore the sea caves. Access Lakeshore Trail taking a 1.8 mile hike to view the sea caves.

CORNUCOPIA BEACH

Follow State Highway 13 north from Bayfield 20 miles. The beach is located in the town of Cornucopia. A popular swimming beach for locals and visitors alike. Corny Beach consists of sandy Lake Superior shoreline and wetlands. You'll also find an artesian well here for fresh water.