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Lake Superior North Twin Island Bayfield Peninsula Devils Bayfield County is the second largest county in Wisconsin, Island Bayfield Chamber of Commerce Rocky South Cat Outer & Visitor Bureau but not one traffic light! There is a lot to see and do – to make Island Twin Island Island Bear Island BAyFIELD, rED CLIFF it easier to navigate, we’ve divided the county into four Island York 715-779-3335 • www.bayfield.org Sand Island Island sections and color coded them throughout this guide. Raspberry Ironwood Island Otter Island Washburn Area Chamber of Commerce Island Manitou The Apostle Welcome to the top of Wisconsin! Additional information on area communities Island 715-373-5017 • www.washburnchamber.com is available at www.travelbayfieldcounty.com, Sand Raspberry Islands This is not your typical Northwoods community. With over Bay Bay Stockton Eagle Island Oak including interactive maps with photos Island Island 600 miles of groomed trails, over a dozen orchards and fruit of area businesses and attractions. Gull Island farms, half a million acres of public land and the Wisconsin 13 Rasp. River South Shore Bark Siskiwit K Hermit Lake Superior Scenic Byway, you’ll find that this is a place Point Bay 13 Island Michigan Cornucopia Bark Pt. Island where Nature and Culture come together in a way that Bay Red Cliff Basswood www.visitcornucopia.com Cornucopia Island is truly unique. 13 Siskiwit Sand River Herbster River J Lake Superior Herbster C Madeline www.herbsterwisconsin.com Pikes Creek J Bayfield H Island Port Wing Cranberry Siskiwit Flag River River Lake www.portwingwi.com ut! Onion 13 LaPointe Key eck it o Port River Ch Go to www.travelbayfieldcounty.com... 13 Wing Bayfield Peninsula NEW! Use our interactive mapping Sioux Long Island South Shore River tools to find all there is to see and do Central Bayfield County Central Bayfield County A C in Bayfield County, click on: Chequamegon Southern Bayfield County Iron river Area Chamber of Commerce Iron Point Long Surrounding Area IrON rIVEr, DELTA, OuLu, mASON, BENOIT • Go, Play, Eat & Stay River Thompson B Lake Creek Washburn Apostle Islands National Lakeshore 715-372-8558 • www.visitironriver.com • Trails Bono Chequamegon Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Oulu Creek Bay B 13 Chippewa Indian Reservation, Red Cliff Long Bladder 2 A Iron Lake Lake Airport Moquah G Southern Bayfield Iron River Flow. River Ashland Public Campground 2 Deep Fish Creek Lighthouse County Lake H Pike 2 Table of Contents Brule Lake 2 Ino 13 Moon Chain 2 Barnes/Eau Claire Lakes Lake 112 Bayfield County’s Business Listings ...... 21 Iron Twin Bear 112 A F 63 Lake Superior www.visitbarnes.com Lake Lake E Getting Here! National Treasures ...... pg. 6 Lodging ...... 21 118 Benoit Cable Area Chamber of Commerce Apostle Campgrounds ...... 25 Delta BAYFIELD Islands E White River DULUTH/ COUNTY CABLE, GrAND VIEW, DrummOND, NAmAkAGON On the Water ...... 8 H SUPERIOR Lake 13 HURLEY/ IRONWOOD Food & Drink ...... 27 2 2 715-798-3833 • www.cable4fun.com Delta ASHLAND Trails ...... 10 53 Activities/Adventures ...... 29 13 Drummond 51 Marinas ...... 31 Sanborn HA YW ARD Visual & Performing Arts . . . 12 A 63 MINOCQUA www.drummondwi.com Mason E 70 70 Y E SPOONER Boat Tours/Charters ...... 31
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A Bayfield County Tourism N O 77 GREEN BA Y Travel Green Wisconsin L C 53 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com Art Galleries ...... 37 13 G Drummond Approx. mileage: Businesses ...... 15 n D U Eau Claire . . . . 125 90 a Orchards & Farms ...... 37 g
N 51 O Lake Eighteen Atkins 94 i Fishing & Hunting ...... 16 D LA CROSSE h Owen Lake A Green Bay . . . . 260 90 D Eau Mile Creek Coffee c Events ...... 39 i Claire 63 Lake L Duluth ...... 35 41 Regional Information M Lakes H 13 Orchards & Farms ...... 18 Visitor Centers ...... 39 61 e S LaCrosse . . . . . 205 Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center k
77 a A 94 L Colleges ...... 39 Mpls/St. Paul . 140 MADISON MIL WAUKEE 715-685-9983 • www.nglvc.com Cable Golfing ...... 18 27 Lake Wausau ...... 173 Namakagon 90 94 Professional Services ...... 39 Lake GG Madison ...... 260 Chippewa WI Lake Superior Cable M Lake Dubuque . . . . . 275 DUBUQUE M ROCKFORD Warning! This destination induces high levels of Scenic Byway ...... 19 Area Events Calendar ...... 42 Totogatic Namakogon Milwaukee . . . 290 Lake River 13 ILLINOI S Chicago ...... 370 CHICAGO pleasure and relaxation. May also become addictive. Clam Lake 77 SAWYER COUNTY 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 3 Area Information AIRPORTS John F Kennedy Memorial Airport 50511 State Highway 112, Ashland, WI 715-682-7070 www.ci.ashland.wi.us/list/9 Cable Union Airport 42905 Telemark Road, Cable, WI 715-798-3240 www.airnav.com/airport/3CU WI DNR Satellite Center - Hayward Washburn Public Library Duluth International Airport 10220 State Hwy 27, Hayward, WI 307 Washington Ave, Washburn, WI 4701 Grinden Dr, Duluth, MN 715-634-2688 www.dnr.wi.gov 715-373-6172 www.washburnlibrary.org 218-727-2968 www.duluthairport.com GOVERNMENT / TRIBAL NEWSPAPERS Iron River Airport Red Cliff Tribal Administrative Office Ashland Daily Press Iron River, WI 715-372-5166 88385 Pike Rd, Bayfield WI 715-682-2313 www.ashlandwi.com www.airnav.com/airport/Y77 715-779-3700 www.redcliff-nsn.gov Bottom Line News & Views Madeline Island Airport HOSPITALS / CLINICS 715-292-2000 www.drummondwi.com La Pointe, WI 715-747-6913 www.airnav.com/airport/4r5 Hayward Area Memorial Hospital The Connection 11040 N State Rd 77, Hayward, WI 715-372-4500 BUSINESS RESOURCES 715-934-4321 www.theconnectionnewspaper.com Bayfield County Economic Development www.haywardmemorialhospital.com County Journal Corporation: 715-209-4589 Memorial Medical Center 715-682-2313 www.washburnwi.com www.bayfieldcountyedc.com 1615 Maple Lane, Ashland, WI 715-685-5500 www.ashlandmmc.com Evergreen Country Shopper EMERGENCY 715-682-8131 Sheriff, Fire & Ambulance: 911 NorthLakes Community Clinic www.evergreencountryshopper.com Sheriff, Non-Emergency 7665 US Hwy 2, Iron River, WI ROAD CONDITIONS 715-373-6120 715-372-5001 www.northlakesclinic.org Wisconsin Department of Transportation GOVERNMENT / COUNTY Red Cliff Community Health Center 88455 Pike Rd, Bayfield, WI Phone: 511 www.511wi.gov Bayfield County 715-779-3707 www.red-cliff-health.com SCHOOLS / COLLEGES 715-373-6181 www.bayfieldcounty.org LIBRARIES LCO Ojibwa Community College - North GOVERNMENT / FEDERAL Bayfield Carnegie Library 305 W 4th St, Washburn, WI U.S. Forest Service 37 N Broad St, Bayfield, WI 715-812-1040 Washburn Ranger District 715-779-3766 www.lco.edu/about/locations/north 13 E Bayfield St, Washburn, WI Northland College 715-373-2667 www.fs.fed.us/r9/cnnf Drummond Public Library 14990 Superior St, Drummond, WI 1411 Ellis Ave S, Ashland, WI Great Divide Ranger District 715-739-6290 www.drummond.wislib.org 715-682-1699 www.northland.edu 10650 Nyman Ave, Hayward, WI Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC) 715-634-4821 www.fs.fed.us/r9/cnnf Forest Lodge Public Library 13450 County Hwy M, Cable, WI 2100 Beaser Ave, Ashland, WI National Park Service 715-798-3189 www.cable.wislib.org 715-682-4591 www.witc.edu/ashland Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Iron River Public Library WEATHER 415 Washington Ave, Bayfield, WI 24 Hours 715-682-8822 715-779-3397 www.nps.gov/apis 68235 S Main St, Iron River, WI 715-372-5451 www.ironriver.wislib.org U.S. Coast Guard: Bayfield Station Red Cliff Public Library 209 S 1st St, Bayfield, WI LEGEND 715-779-3950 www.uscg.mil 88850 Church Rd, Red Cliff, WI Public Lands, 2015 715-779-3764 Non-Public Lands, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service 2015 29270 County Hwy G, Ashland, WI ABUNDANT PUBLIC LANDS! 715-685-2645 ON THE COVER Taken at Lost Creek Falls near Cornucopia in October ©2017 Bayfield County Tourism, Washburn WI. Federal Land (acres) ...... 288,645 www.fws.gov/midwest/whittleseycreek County Forest Land ...... 169,776 during the changing of the season. The Falls are at the end of a well-maintained Front Cover photo: Jamey Penney-Ritter/Bemused Photography. Back Cover photo: Neil Howk. Other photo contributers: Don Albrecht, Sara Balbin, Ron Bergin, GOVERNMENT / STATE County Land ...... 5,198 trail on county land and provides a great experience for hikers and families. State Land ...... 26,091 Born in Superior, Wisconsin, and an area resident since 2007, Jamey Penney- Julie Buckles, Jan Esposito, Great Day In The Mornin’ Photography, J. Jochalla, WI DNR Satellite Center - Ashland Other Land ...... 8,603 ritter is an independent photographer who frequently chronicles her community Gary Knowles, Mark Milford, Mary Motiff, James Netz Photography, Richard Northrup, 2501 Golf Course Rd, Ashland, WI TOTAL Public Land ...... 498,313 in Washburn and much of Chequamegon Bay. She can frequently be found Jeremy Oswald, Gail Plaster, Kelly Randolph, Jamey Ritter, Art & Karen Roebken, Hannah 715-685-2900 Stonehouse Hudson, Paul Villwock, Wisconsin Bike Federation. If we missed anyone, TOTAL Land in Bayfield County ...... 967,611 chasing the Northern Lights or illustrating vintage travel posters. please let us know. Public Land (percentage of total) ...... 51% See her Bemused Photography ad on page 41. Design & layout: White Space. Printing: LaCrosse Graphics. 4 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com • 715-373-6125 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 5 Our National Treasures Bayfield County has more national designations than any other county in the Midwest!
l6 l1 APOSTle ISlANdS NATIONAl lAKeSHORe NORTH COuNTRy NATIONAl SCeNIC TRAIl www.nps.gov/apis • 715-779-3397 www.northcountrytrail.org • 21 islands and 12 miles of mainland shoreline • One of the longest completed segments of the • Sandstone sea caves formed by centuries of freezing, North Country National Scenic Trail is located in thawing and wave action Bayfield County • Access the islands : guided cruise, island shuttle, • Gently rolling terrain , passes through two Wilderness boats or private boat charters Areas • madeline Island , not a part of the National Park • moderately easy trail property, can be accessed by ferry most of the • Detailed maps of the trail can be obtained from year and via an ice road in winter the website l2 CHequAmeGON-NICOleT NATIONAl fOReST l5 WHITTleSey CReeK NATIONAl WIldlIfe l7 IRON RIVeR NATIONAl fISH HATCHeRy www.fs.fed.us/r9/cnnf • 715-373-2667 RefuGe www.fws.gov/midwest/ironriver • 715-372-8510 www.fws.gov/midwest/whittleseycreek • 715-685-9983 • 268,700 acres of forests, streams, inland lakes and • 1,200 acres on the picturesque headwaters of (headquarters at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center) wilderness areas in Bayfield County Schacte Creek • Over 600 lakes , many excellent fishing opportunities • 329 Acres • Several miles of maintained trails for public use • moquah Barrens , an 8,700-acre open pine barrens • restoration of coaster brook trout is one of the • Two million trout produced annually area (Auto Tour guides available) refuge goals • Self-guided tours & staff-guided tours are available • mt. Valhalla recreation Area (northwest of Washburn • Birding, Photography, Hunting & Fishing on Cty Hwy C) features recreational trails, a sledding • Located immediately north of the Northern Great hill and chalet Lakes Visitor Center on US Hwy 2 • rainbow Lake Wilderness Area – 6,583 acres northwest of Drummond, includes a portion of the North Country National Scenic Trail • motorized and Non-motorized recreational Trails l1 l3 fROG BAy TRIBAl NATIONAl PARK l3 13 K www.redcliff-nsn.gov • 715-779-3700 13 Red Cliff Lake Superior Cornucopia 13 J • Pristine 88.6-acre property , with sandy beach C Herbster J Madeline Bayfield Island • Views of 5 of the Apostle Islands H 13 LaPointe Port Wing • 1/4 mile of Lake Superior shoreline 13
A C l7 2 Lake Superior B l Washburn Oulu B 13 5 2 A Iron l River Moquah G Ashland 2 H 2 13 • Bark Bay Slough State Natural Area Brule 2 Ino more to explore... 112 A F 63 • Bibon Swamp State Natural Area E 118 Benoit 1 Bayfield County’s list of national • Cranberry River State Fishery Area H E l Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Delta treasures is impressive, but when • Flag River State Fishery Area l2 Chequamegon-Nicolet Nat’l Forest A the state of Wisconsin’s natural • Flag River State Wildlife Area E Mason E 3 63 l Frog Bay Tribal National Park areas, fisheries and wildlife areas are • Lost Creek Bog State Natural Area 6 Grand View Barnes l 4 St. Croix National Scenic Riverway added to the list, the recreational • Moquah Barrens State Natural Area l4 N l ST. CROIx NATIONAl SCeNIC RIVeRWAy N • Moquah Barrens State Wildlife Area Drummond 5 opportunities are unbelievable. Namakagon River Visitor Center: www.nps.gov/sacn • 715-635-8346 l Whittlesey Creek National Wildlife • Port Wing Boreal Forest State Natural Area D Coffee Refuge You can explore a new area every • Clean water, lush landscapes, quiet solitude , wildlife and great fishing 63 Lake • Sadjak Springs State Natural Area l6 North Country National Scenic Trail time you visit. See them on the • Totagatic Lake State Wildlife Area 27 • Paddle along the federally-protected Namakagon River ...... Cable M ( Bayfield County portion) new interactive map on our website, • White River State Fishery Area M • many landings and campsites along the river l4 l7 Iron River National Fish Hatchery www.travelbayfieldcounty.com • Call the Visitor Center or check the website for maps and information 6 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com • 715-373-6125 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 7 On the Water mAINlANd SeA CAVeS lAKe SuPeRIOR www.nps.gov/apis/naturescience/caves.htm • Largest freshwater lake in the world by 715-779-3397 surface area and the third largest by volume, • Sandstone caves are transformed into holding 3 quadrillion gallons of fresh water sparkling, magnificent ice formations in • massive sandstone shoreline cliffs formed winter by millennia of wave action, ice and wind • Call for updated conditions before • World-class boating and fishing opportunities venturing out • Scenic cruises, full-service marinas • Caves can be accessed from Meyers • Largest collection of lighthouses in the nation Beach east of Cornucopia • miles of calm, sandy beaches • Hiking trail along the shoreline – view INlANd lAKeS the caves from above • 962 inland lakes with public access to 398 (see pg. 19 for ISlANdS & lIGHTHOuSeS • Apostle Islands Cruises – Narrated cruises, detailed lake information) lighthouse tours, camper shuttles BEACHES • WATERFALLS • BOAT LAUNCHES • MARINAS • Some of the best fishing in the state all year ’round 715-779-3925 www.apostleisland.com Sand 7 Raspberry Bay l Bay • madeline Island Ferry Line – Daily trips • Swim, water ski, boat, paddle l4 between Madeline Island and Bayfield 13 Rasp. River Bark Siskiwit l9 K 715-747-2051 www.madferry.com Point Bay l19 13 RIVeRS / STReAmS Bark Pt. 3 17 • Sailboat and powerboat charters – Bay ll Red Cliff • Over 400 miles of rivers and 5 l16 Cornucopia l 13 Siskiwit Sand River captained or bareboat J streams Lake Superior River Herbster C Madeline Pikes Creek J 2 Bayfield • kayak Trips – Check with Apostle Islands Stay on top of wave conditions on Lake Superior at l H Island • Some of the finest fly fishing in 12 National Lakeshore Headquarters for licensed l Cranberry Siskiwit http://wavesatseacaves.cee.wisc.edu/index.htm 14 River Lake the state is right here! l Onion 13 LaPointe outfitters & conditions l18 Port Wing River 13 Flag River 715-779-3397 www.nps.gov/apis 1 Sioux l River C WATeRfAllS / ARTeSIAN WellS A 15 making Waves... l • Six identified waterfalls are located throughout the county Iron Lake Superior BEACHES River Long 8 Lake l Thompson 13 • Public access at Lost Creek, Twin and Houghton Falls B Creek l 1 Bayview Town P ark 8 Long Lake l20 Washburn l l • Artesian wells accessible at Thompson’s West End Park in Washburn Bono Chequamegon l2 Broad Str eet Beac h 9 Meyers Beach Oulu Creek Bay l B 3 10 and the Cornucopia Beach 13 l Cornucopia B each l Moon Lake Park Long Bladder 2 Lake l21 Ashland A Iron Lake l4 Frog Bay l11 Namakagon Lake Moquah G Iron River Flow. River l5 Herbst er Beach l12 Port Wing Beach 2 Deep Pike Fish Creek 13 6 13 Lake H 2 l Lake Ow en l West End Park Brule l10 Lake 2 Ino Moon Chain 7 14 Lake 112 l Little Sand Bay l Qua rry Point Beach Iron Twin Bear 112 A F 63 Lake Lake E 118 WATERFALLS Benoit ARTESIAN WELLS Delta E White River 15 Lake H l Hough ton Falls l19 Cornucopia Beach
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• Seven 19th century shipwrecks listed on A Cable Cornucopia – Bell Marina the National Register of Historic Places 27 Lake l11 Namakagon Lake Port Wing Marina Chippewa GG • Located near the Apostle Islands and mainland Cable M Lake Red Cliff – Legendary Waters Resort & Casino Marina M Totogatic Namakogon • Interpretive tours of the wrecks Lake River Washburn Marina • Site maps , schematics, diving information Clam Lake SAWYER COUNTY 8 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com • 715-373-6125 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 9 TrAILS: HIKING • SNOWSHOEING • SKIING Trails finding your Way Learn more about motorcycling Maps available – find out how The extensive system of trails in l1 to order/download them in Bayfield County on 27 Sand l Raspberry www.travelbayfieldcounty.com Bayfield County – both motorized and Discover Wisconsin and at Bay Bay www.ridelakesuperior.com 29 • ATV non-motorized – make it one of the l2 l l12 Siskiwit 13 Rasp. River • Snowmobile Bark Bay K Point 13 • mountain Bike premier destinations in the Midwest. Bark Pt. Cornucopia Bay 32 Red Cliff • road Bike 18 l Every season offers opportunities to get 13 l Siskiwit Sand River • Ski Lake Superior River J Herbster C Madeline Pikes Creek J outside and experience nature’s beauty! Bayfield H Island 16 Cranberry Siskiwit l l17 Flag River River Lake 20 37 l 13 4 l Onion l 8 LaPointe Port Wing River l14 l 13 l31 26 l Sioux l21 River ATVS, mOTORCyCleS & AuTO TOuRS SKIING, SNOWSHOeING & dOG SleddING A C 5 l l13 • 180 miles of off-road ATV trails • Over 200 km cross country ski trails Iron Lake Superior River 15 Long l6 l Lake Thompson 38 • 850 miles of paved roads and not one traffic light! • Home of the American Birkebeiner , largest ski race in B Creek l l19 Washburn • Scenic overlooks throughout the county North America Bono Chequamegon Oulu Creek Bay • Book Across the Bay, ski event on frozen Lake Superior, B 13 Long Bladder 2 A Iron Lake Lake Ashland illuminated with ice candles! Moquah l25 Iron River Flow. River G • Downhill skiing, tubing and snowboarding at Mt. Ashwabay 2 Deep 36 Fish Creek 13 Lake H Pike l 2 Lake 2 near Bayfield, along with great cross-country trails Brule Moon Chain Lake 112 Iron A Twin Bear Ino F • Try out snowshoes for free at the Northern Great Lakes Lake 63 Lake E 118 Visitor Center or rent some at the Cable Natural History Museum Benoit Delta E White River • Dogsled adventures with local guides – check out the popular Lake H Delta Scale: Apostle Islands Sled Dog race l23 0 1 2 3 4 5 28 Sanborn This map not to be A l used for navigation. E Y Mason E T 63 N
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10 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com • 715-373-6125 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 11 Visual & Performing Arts Historical Attractions From the geological formation of Lake Superior to the BIG TOP CHAuTAuquA first Native American settlements, through the discovery www.bigtop.org • 715-373-5552 by French missionaries and fur traders to the lumbering, • The “Carnegie Hall of Tent Shows” • Approximately 50 shows from June to September mining and fishing industries, you’ll find a piece of history • Featuring performances by the Blue Canvas almost anywhere you look! Orchestra as well as national recording artists • Tent Show radio , all year long on listener-supported radio stations across the country DISCOVEr : A PIECE OF HISTORY • 23 sites in Bayfield County are listed on the National register of Historic Places in America www.nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com/WI/ GAlleRIeS & SHOPS l1 l2 • A wide variety of techniques and mediums – paint, Bayfield/state.html • According to the Washington Post, Bayfield 13 metals, glassblowing, pottery, photography and more K • many artists welcome you to their studios to see 13 County has the 6th largest number of museums Red Cliff Lake Superior 9 Cornucopia per capita in the United States artwork being created firsthand 13 l J 5 C l Herbster J 3 Bayfield Madeline • Washburn welcomes a newly designated Historic • Look for rotating exhibits of local artwork at many l H Island 6 l4 15 l l11 District which includes “DuPont Row” locations (see list below) l 13 Port Wing LaPointe 13 lIVe THeATeR A C StageNorth Theater in Washburn is a beautiful 140-seat l16 Lake Superior facility offering theatrical productions, movies, art shows and B Washburn more. Enjoy a full bar with outdoor patio and a view of Lake Oulu B14 13 l 2 Superior. www.stagenorth.com • 715-373-1194 A Iron Moquah l13 l17 River G Ashland • The Groundlings is a non-profit community theater 2 H 2 13 company producing live theater September to June at Brule 2 Ino 112 A F 63 E StageNorth in Washburn. In 2017, there are three plays 118118 Benoit and a theater camp to train local school children and H E build our community of performing artists. Delta 12 A l Mason EE 63 Scale: eNTeRTAINmeNT Grand View 0 1 2 3 4 5 Barnes This map not to be used for navigation. Nightlife – many area businesses host live music regularly – N N l10 look for live music symbol in the directory listings and be sure Drummond Apostle Islands National Lakeshore D to look for posters at area businesses when you’re in town. Coffee 63 Lake • Bayfield ’s “Music in the Park” on Tuesday evenings Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Chippewa Indian Reservation, Red Cliff throughout the summer 27 l7 715-779-3335 • www.bayfield.org Cable 8 M l M • Legendary Waters resort & Casino ’s Buffalo Bay Grand Ballroom/Event Center offers entertainment year around * with a wide variety of events, shows, concerts & more, & GAlleRIeS OPeN All yeAR l1 Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Exhibit l10 Drummond Historical Museum t Art Market 63 Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center a Traditional Pow Wow annually every July Little Sand Bay 715-779-3397 www.nps.gov/apis 14490 Superior St • Drummond 715-739-6500 find these on our new 42790 Hwy 63 • Cable, WI 54821 Cty Hwy G • Ashland, WI 54806 800-226-8478 • www.legendarywaters.com l2 Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Exhibit www.drummondwi.com www.nglvc.org • 715-685-9983 Raspberry Island Lighthouse 715-779-3397 www.nps.gov/apis l11 Madeline Island Museum interactive map at www.cablehaywardarts.org • 715-413-0927 2nd floor exhibit area with rotating exhibits l3 Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Headquarters t 226 Colonel Woods Ave • LaPointe 715-747-2415 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com Bayfield Inn Gallery Stone’s Throw 415 Washington Ave • Bayfield 715-779-3397 www.nps.gov/apis www.madelineislandmuseum.wisconsinhistory.org 20 Rittenhouse Ave • Bayfield, WI 54814 40 S 2nd St • Bayfield, WI 54814 4 Bayfield Ghost & History Walks l12 Mason Depot Museum l County E • Mason 715-682-4408 (Verne Gilles) www.thebayfieldinn.com • 800-382-0995 www.stonesthrowbayfield.com • 715-779-5200 Bayfield 715-779-0299 www.bayfieldheritagetours.com 13 Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, History Center & Archives Eckels Pottery & Fine Craft Gallery Washburn Cultural Center l5 Bayfield Heritage Center t l t 30 N Broad St • Bayfield 715-779-5958 www.bayfieldheritage.org 29270 County Hwy G • Ashland 715-685-9983 www.nglvc.org 85205 State Hwy 13 • Bayfield, WI 54814 1 East Bayfield St • Washburn, WI 54891 www.eckelspotterybayfield.com • 715-779-5617 6 Bayfield Maritime Museum l14 Oulu Cultural & Heritage Center www.washburnculturalcenter.org • 715-373-5591 l 71055 Muskeg Rd • Oulu 715-372-4849 Karlyn’s Gallery 131 S 1st St • Bayfield 715-373-5252 www.bayfieldmaritimemuseum.org Whispering Pines Gift & Gallery 15 Port Wing Heritage Hall 318 W Bayfield St • Washburn, WI 54891 l7 Cable Namakagon Historical Museum l 13355 County Hwy M • Cable, WI 54821 13405 Spruce St • Cable 715-798-5070 www.cablehistorymuseum.com Hwy 13 • Port Wing 715-774-3536 / 715-774-3624 www.karlynsgallery.com • 715-373-2922 www.portwingwi.com/?110080 www.whisperingpinesgift.net • 715-798-3133 l8 Cable Natural History Museum t Lake Superior Drifting Stone Jewelry 43570 Kavanaugh Rd • Cable 715-798-3890 www.cablemuseum.org l16 Washburn Historical Museum 123 2nd Ave W • Washburn, WI 54891 1 East Bayfield St • Washburn 715-373-5591 [email protected] More open seasonally l9 Cornucopia Historic (Green Shed) Museum www.lakesuperiordrifting.etsy.com • 715-209-6997 * Hwy 13 • Cornucopia 715-742-3338 l17 Western Bayfield County Historical Museum t = open all year www.visitcornucopia.com/?110130 419 Main Street • Iron River 715-372-8792 12 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com • 715-373-6125 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 13 Travel Green Wisconsin dining Here at the top of Wisconsin, we depend on our abundant natural resources not only for • From gourmet dining spots that have recreation, but for our very existence. Because received rave national reviews to quaint diners of this close relationship with the environment, that serve local favorites – try the whitefish it is not surprising that we are the home of the livers…really! Nation’s First Eco-Municipality: Washburn, • many restaurants proudly serve menu items made from local ingredients Wisconsin. The neighboring cities of Bayfield • Fresh Lake Superior fish , crisp vegetables and Ashland were close followers with this title, and flavorful herbs, world famous Wisconsin which means that the municipal governments cheeses and delectable desserts made with have pledged to consider environmental effects local apples and berries will satisfy every as part of their normal decision making process. appetite! DINING Harbor’s Edge Motel WHAT IS IT? Big Water Coffee Roasters 715-779-3962 715-779-9619 www.harborsedgemotel.com A certification program www.bigwatercoffee.com Hauser’s Bayfield Cabin through the Wisconsin Department of Tourism Café Coco Artisan Bakery & 847-809-6867 Good Eats 715-373-2253 www.bayfieldcabin.com recognizing businesses www.coconorth.com Island View Lodging that make an effort to reduce their impact on Ethel’s at 250 218-723-1280 lodging www.islandviewbandb.com the environment. 715-779-0293 www.ethelsat250.com Lakewoods Resort WHY DOES IT MATTER? North Coast Coffee 715-794-2561 www.lakewoodsresort.com Wisconsin has an abundance of natural • Offering all kinds of lodging options – cabins, 715-373-0241 resources. We want to take care of our condos, lakeside resorts, hotels, motels, www.northcoastcoffee.net Legendary Waters Resort & environment for our own enjoyment and for Old Rittenhouse Inn’s Casino 715-779-3712 future generations. campgrounds, bed & breakfasts and inns Landmark Restaurant www.legendarywaters.com • Get in touch with a Chamber of Commerce or 715-779-5111 Old Rittenhouse Inn HOW CAN I SUPPORT THIS PROGRAM? www.rittenhouseinn.com 715-779-5111 Patronize businesses that display the “Travel Business Association for your lodging options Rookery Pub Fine Dining www.rittenhouseinn.com Green WI” logo. (see page 3) 715-794-2062 Pinehurst Inn www.rookerypub.com 715-779-3676 www.pinehurstinn.com Port Superior Marina Assn., OUTFITTERS & GUIDES GOLF Inc. 715-779-5360 Seagull Bay Motel Wilderness Inquiry Apostle Highlands Golf www.portsuperior.com 612-676-9413 SOmE OTHEr INTErESTING FACTS: Course 715-779-5960 715-779-5558 www.seagullbay.com Superior Charters & Yacht www.wildernessinquiry.org • Bayfield County is one of Wisconsin’s first Energy www.golfbayfield.com Sales Shopping Wildflower Cottage 40 Wolfsong Adventures in Independent communities to take the “25 by Lake Superior View Golf & 800-772-5124 Mushing 715-779-5561 Driving Range 612-803-8829 www.superiorcharters.com 25” pledge to use renewable energy for 25% of www.bayfieldvacation.com www.wolfsongadventures.com 715-373-1100 CAMPING its total energy use by 2025 • Locally-owned shops , galleries, boutiques and www.lakesuperiorviewgolf.com Winfield Inn & Gardens VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Thompson’s West End Park small town stores where the emphasis is on high FARMS & ORCHARDS 715-779-3252 Big Top Chautauqua • Bayfield County has more Travel Green WI certified www.bayfieldvacation.com 715-373-6160 715-373-5552 businesses than any other place in the state quality and low pressure Apple Hill Orchard www.cityofwashburn.org/ www.bigtop.org 715-779-5425 NATIONAL TREASURES camping.htm#thompsons • The Bayfield community was the first recipient HEALTH & WELLNESS • Explore friendly communities with their quaint [email protected] Apostle Islands National Memorial Park Campground of the Governor’s Sustainability Award in 2011 downtowns, where most everything is within Bayfield Apple Co Lakeshore 715-779-3397 715-373-6160 Enso Wellness Center & Day 715-779-5700 www.nps.gov/apis/ www.cityofwashburn.org/ Spa 715-209-5553 This is a list of area businesses that are easy walking distance www.bayfieldapple.com HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS camping.htm#memorial www.ensowellnessspa.com • Venture into the countryside to artist studios, Erickson Orchard & Country Bayfield Heritage Tours SHOPPING OTHER Travel Green WI certified (see inset for wineries and orchard stores Store 715-779-0299 Apostle Islands Booksellers Bayfield Chamber of details). make sure to say “thanks” the 715-779-5438 www.bayfieldheritagetours.com 715-779-0200 Commerce & Visitor Bureau next time you stop in! www.bayfieldorchard.com Cable Natural History www.apostleislandsbooksellers. 800-447-4094 LODGING Museum 715-798-3890 com www.bayfield.org Antique Garden Inn www.cablemuseum.org Bayfield Wine & Spirits Bayfield Area Recreation For more details on Dining, Lodging and Shopping locations, see Travel Green listings on 715-373-0347 ON THE WATER 715-913-0141 Center antiquegardeninn www.bayfieldwinery.com 715-779-5408 the opposite page or visit these websites: Animaashi Sailing [email protected] @hotmail.com Company 715-779-5468 Bodin Fisheries Artesian House B&B www.animaashi.com 715-779-3301 Cable Area Chamber of BAyFIELD PENINSuLA SOuTH SHOrE SOuTHErN BAyFIELD Commerce 715-779-5992 Dog Paddle Kayak Rental www.bodinfisheries.com Bayfield Area: Cornucopia: www.artesianhouse.com 800-533-7454 COuNTy 715-373-2675 Keeper of the Light www.cable4fun.com www.bayfield.org www.visitcornucopia.com Cable Area: The Bayfield Inn www.dog-paddlekayaks.com 715-779-5619 715-779-3363 www.keeperofthelight.net Northern Great Lakes (Online lodging search!) www.cable4fun.com Dreamcatcher Sailing Visitor Center Herbster: www.bayfieldinn.com Charters 715-779-5561 What Goes ’Round/Bayfield Washburn: www.herbsterwisconsin.com 715-685-9983 Barnes/Eau Claire Cable Nature Lodge www.dreamcatcher-sailing.com Books 715-779-5223 www.nglvc.org www.washburnchamber.com 715-794-2060 Living Adventure, Inc. www.bayfieldbooks.com Port Wing: Lakes: www.cablenaturelodge.com www.visitbarnes.com 715-779-9503 White Winter Winery CENTrAL BAyFIELD COuNTy www.portwingwi.com Drumming Woods B&B www.livingadventure.com 715-372-5656 Iron river Area: Drummond: 715-798-5010 Pikes Bay Marina www.whitewinter.com www.drummondwi.com www.drummingwoodsbandb. 715-779-3900 www.visitironriver.com com www.borealshores.com
14 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com • 715-373-6125 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 15 Bayfield County lands & Water Public Land ...... approx. 50 percent fishing Chequamegon-Nicolet ...... approx. 240,000 acres Hunting National Forest Bayfield County is the perfect place to come for an abundance of Bayfield County Forest ...... over 167,500 acres • Over 430,000 acres of public access between fishing opportunities throughout the year: State Lands ...... over 20,000 acres National, County and State land • This area offers an opportunity for all types • WiNTEr Early ice on Lake Superior offers great shallow-water fishing for a multitude Apostle Islands National Lakeshore . . approx. 6,082 acres (Eagle, Raspberry, Sand & York Islands) of hunting of species. By late January, deepwater “bobbing” for Lake Trout near the Apostle Lake Superior Shoreline • Lake Superior is a big draw for migratory Islands begins. Inland lakes provide great ice fishing opportunities as well. Mainland ...... 86.6 miles waterfowl
• SpriNG Peak opportunities for spring fishing are in May. Inland fishing also heats up Islands ...... 18.5 miles • you’ll also find whitetail deer, turkey, bear with the spawning seasons and relatively easy fishing close to shore. (Eagle, Raspberry, Sand & York Islands) and small game Lakes ...... 962 lakes, 22,629 acres • SuMMEr Summertime is Lake Trout time on Superior. Trollers head out into the
Forested Land ...... 82.8 percent Apostle Islands, South Shore and the flats east of Madeline Island. Inland lakes are
fun to explore and fish all summer long. Minimum Elevation ...... 602 feet, Lake Superior n Bayfi e l d Pe ninsula Location Maximum Elevation ...... 1,700 feet, Mt. Telemark, Cable • FALL Fall is one of the best times to fish – the lakes are less crowded and fish start n South Sho re Location Top f ish ing lakes n feeding well in preparation for winter. Stream fishing gets good for big, mature fish. Central Bayfie ld County Location
n South er n Ba yfield Cou nty Location utfitter & Guide & S t rea ms O (see map on page 9; contact us for a more detailed map) n Surrounding/Mu ltiple A rea Location available – services are Visitor LAKE SU PERIOR – Boat ramps at several locations LAKE OW EN 1, 323 acres, 9 5' m ax. depth; northern nd out more at area fi from Port Wing to Ashland, nor thern pike, walleye, pike, w alleye, l argem outh ba ss, smallmouth bass, isted on page 3. Centers l smallmouth bass, pe rch, trou t and salmon. panfish .
ATKINS L AKE 1 76 acres, 80 ' ma x. depth; northern pike, PERCH LAKE 70 acr es, 77' m ax. depth; trout,
walleye, smallmouth bass, p anfish, trout. largemouth bass, panfish.
BONY LA KE 19 1 acres, 55' m ax . depth, navigable PIGEON LAKE 213 acres, 26' max. depth; northern pike,
water; m usky, northern pike, walleye, largemouth bass, largemouth bass, pa nfish. panfish. SISKIWIT LAKE 330 acres, 13' m ax. depth;
CABLE LAK E 166 acres, 43' max. depth; northern pike, northern pike, walleye, smallmouth bass, panfish.
largemo uth bass, panfish. STAR LAKE 234 acres, 55' max. depth; northern
DELTA LAKE 180 acres, 30' max. depth; northern pike, pike, l argemouth bass, panfish.
largemouth bass, panfish. TWIN B EAR LA KE (Pike Lake Chain) =172 acres,
DIAMO ND LA KE 341 acres, 83' max. depth; northern 59' max. depth; musky, northern pike, walleye,
pike, wal leye, lar gemouth bass, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, panfish.
panfish, tro ut. WANOKA LAKE 15 acres, 20' max. depth, carry-in
EAGLE LAKE ( Pike La ke Chain) 170 acres, 52' max. boat la unch; t rout. depth , navigable water; musky, northern pike, BRULE RIVER 44 m iles, tota l 325 acres, 7' max. depth, walleye, largemouth bass, sm allmouth bass, walk-in access; trout, salmon, walleye. panfish. CRANBERRY RIVER 6.6 miles, total 16.7 acres, 5' max. EAU CLA IRE LAK E (Middle) 902 acres, 66' max. depth; depth, w alk-in access; trout, salmon. musky, nort hern pike, walleye, largemouth bass,
smallmo uth bass, panfish. FISH CREEK 18.8 miles, total 44.8 acres, 4' max. depth,
walk-in access; trout, northern pike, yellow perch. EAU C LAIRE LAKE (Upper) 996 acres, 92' max. depth;
musky, northern pike, walleye largemouth bass, FLAG RIV ER 12. 6 miles, total 32.1 acres, 4' max. depth,
smallmou th bas s, panfish. walk-in access; trout, salmon.
GHOST L AKE 13 2 acres, 27' max. depth, carry-in boat NAMAKAGON RIVER 15.0 miles, total 105.5 acres, 5'
launch; mus ky, largemouth bass, panfish. max. depth, carry-in boat access; trout, northern pike,
smallmouth bass, bu llhead, panfish. HART L AKE (P ike Lak e Chain) 259 acres, 54' max. depth, navigable water; musky, northern pike, ONION R IVER 4 .0 miles, to tal 4 .8 acres, 2' max. depth, walleye, largemouth bass, sm allmouth bass, walk-in access; trout, salmon.
panfish. PIKES CREEK 7.7 miles, total 1.8 acres, 3' max. depth,
LONG LAKE 263 acres, 23' max. depth; northern pike, walk- in access; trout, salmon. walleye, largemouth bass, panfish. SIOUX RIVER 12.0 miles, total 23.4 acres, 5' max. depth, MILLICENT LAKE (Pike Lake Chain) 183 acres, 53' walk-in ac cess ; trout, salmon, northern pike, max. depth, navigable water; musky, northern pike, yellow perch. walleye, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, WHITE RIVER 33.9 miles, total 180.8 acres, 4' max. Bayfield County Land Information including panfish. depth, walk-in and carry-in access; trout, salmon, aerial photography, interactive mapping, LAKE NAMAKAGON 3,227 acres, 50' max. depth; northern pike, largemouth bass, rock bass. customized maps and plat book ordering is musky, northern pike, walleye, largemouth bass, WHITTLESEY CREEK 5.2 miles, total 6.3 acres, 3' max. available online or in person through the smallmouth bass, panfish. depth, walk-in access; trout, salmon. Land Records Department. (715-373-6156 www.bayfieldcounty.org/land-records). indicates a Public Boat Launch 16 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com • 715-373-6125 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 17 Orchards & farms Wisconsin lake Superior Scenic Byway www.lakesuperiorbyway.org • Bayfield , the Berry Capital of Wisconsin, is home to the largest raspberry producer and the largest organic WISCONSIN LAKE SUPERIOR SCENIC BYWAY blueberry farm in the state as well as offering the biggest variety of berries you’ll find just about anywhere 13 • many of the growers are Travel Green WI, Eco-Apple K and/or Organic certified 13 • Check the Berry and Orchard updates at Lake Superior Cornucopia Red Cliff 13 www.bayfield.org for the latest on what’s ripe and J C Herbster J Bayfield Madeline available for picking H Island
• The Bayfield Apple Festival is touted as one of the 13 Port Wing LaPointe “Top 10 Festivals in North America” by the Society of 13 American Travel Writers • Some of the orchards/farms are open all year A C producing jams, jellies and other specialty items FARMER’S MARKETS: Bayfield Saturdays June-October Lake Superior Cable Saturdays June-September B Washburn Cornucopia Thursdays June-October Port Wing Saturdays June-October Oulu B 13 Scale: AD – Washburn Wednesdays June-October 2 PLAN AHE A Iron 0 1 2 3 4 5 ne–mid July River Moquah G Ashland This map not to be Strawberries: Mid Ju used for navigation. rly July–mid August 2 Raspberries: Ea 13 st H 2 July–late Augu Brule 2 Ino Blueberries: Mid Apostle Islands National Lakeshore mber–October 112 Apples: Septe A F 63 Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest ore info. E ual websites for m 118 See individ Benoit Chippewa Indian Reservation, Red Cliff H E
The Wisconsin Lake Superior Scenic Byway (WLSSB) The 70-mile route features breathtaking scenic views of forests, follows the southern shoreline of Lake Superior along pristine sandy beaches and the sparkling blue waters of Lake the Bayfield peninsula along the Chequamegon Bay to Superior as well as the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and
Gaylord Nelson Wilderness Area. the south shore of Lake Superior and ends near the Golfing Brule River in Douglas County. WLSSB is a snapshot of The Byway is a unique route featuring quaint harbor towns, historic • The most scenic golfing in the state the HISTOrICAL , rECrEATIONAL , CuLTurAL and fishing villages and small farms. The beauty of the Byway is experi -
• Looking out over the Apostle Islands or nestled in the GEOLOGICAL diversity of the region. enced through the stories and scenery that embrace the majesty Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, enjoy the serene of Lake Superior. setting on our golf courses • All courses are open to the public
l1 Apostle Highlands Golf Course One of four 34745 Madeline Trail, Bayfield • 715-779-5960, www.golfbayfield.com Scenic Byways 18 holes, par 72 in Wisconsin l2 Forest Point Golf Course 13702 Crystal Beach Road, Gordon • 715-376-2322, www.forestpoint.com 9 holes, par 36 l3 Lake Superior View Golf & Driving Range 950 County Highway C, Washburn • 715-373-1100, www.lakesuperiorview.com Executive 18 holes, Par 66 l4 Lakewoods Forest Ridges Golf Course 21540 County Hwy M, Cable • 800-255-5937, www.lakewoodsresort.com 18 holes, par 71 l5 Madeline Island Golf Club Order a map with 498 Old Fort Road, La Pointe • 715-747-3212, www.madelineislandgolf.com highlights of activities 18 holes, par 71 and resources in each l6 Northern Pines Golf Course 6330 Mitchell Rd., Iron River • 715-372-5260, www.northernpinesgolf.com town along the Byway at 9 holes, par 36 www.lakesuperiorbyway.org or call l7 Telemark Golf Course 715-373-6125 for more information. 41885 Valhalla Townhouse Rd., Cable • 715-798-3104, www.telemarkgolfcourse.com 18 holes, par 72
18 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com • 715-373-6125 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 19 LOdgINg , continued next page Seagull Bay Motel AY, CC, HC, PF, FF, RW GATEWAY TO LAKE SUPERIOR 325 S 7th St, Bayfield WI 54814 KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PF Pet Friendly www.seagullbay.com • 715-779-5558 AND THE APOSTLE ISLANDS AC Air Conditioned • FF Family Friendly • rS Restaurant on Site • rW Restaurant within Lakeview, hiking trail in town, smoke-free, WiFi, cable TV, refrigerators, microwaves, Walking Distance • PL Pool coffeemakers, decks, picnic tables, free BTC shuttle, 2 night min. Fri-Sat weekends. (pg Request a FREE Visitor Guide Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music at . 22) or call 715-779-3335 Bayfield Peninsula Washburn Motel AY, FF, PF, RS Antique garden Inn AY, AC, FF 800 W Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 78780 St Hwy 13, Washburn WI 54891 715-373-5580 CALENDAR OF EVENTS: FRUIT & BERRY UPDATE: LODGING AVAILABILITY: www.antiquegardeninn.com • 715-373-0347 B AYFIELD.ORG/EVENTS B AYFIELD.ORG/ORCHARDS B AYFIELD.ORG/LODGING Cozy, comfortable housekeeping cabins. 4 blocks from park & boat landing. Bar & grill Country home B&B includes two rooms, cottage and loft spaces. Breakfast incorporates on premises. locally sourced and home-grown foods. NAMED ONE OF THE 20 BEST SMALL TOWNS TO VISIT South Shore BY SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE Artesian House B&B AY, CC, AC Cornucopia Cabins AY, CC, HC, PF 84100 Hatchery Rd, Bayfield WI 54814 22545 State Hwy 13, Cornucopia WI 54827 www.artesianhouse.com • 715-779-5992 www.cornucopiacabins.com • 715-742-3941 Nestled on 25 wooded acres. Eco-friendly contemporary inn. Healthy breakfast buffet. 2 bedroom, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, television, free WiFi. Across the Wi-Fi. Private bath & entrance. Close to town, beach, marina & Big Top Chautauqua. street from Corny Beach. Next to Siskiwit River. Bayfield County Rustic Yurts AY CC Holiday Pines Resort AY, CC, HC, AC, FF Town of Bayfield 9130 Beach Rd, Port Wing WI 54865 www.bayfieldcounty.org/908/yurts • 715-373-6114 www.portwingmarinaresort.com • 715-774-3555 Two rustic four season yurts located in Bayfield County Forest. Direct access to Quaint housekeeping cabins close to the lake, marina, beach & Port Wing. Large cabin mountain bike & cross-country ski trails. (pg 45) available year 'round. Family friendly. Bayfield Inn AY, CC, AC, FF, RS Larson Creek Farm B&B AY, CC, AC 20 Rittenhouse Ave, Bayfield WI 54814 9155 E White Birch Rd, Port Wing WI 54865 www.thebayfieldinn.com • 715-779-3363 www.larsoncreekfarm.com • 715-774-3383 Bayfield's premier lodging establishment. Lakeside rooms, condos & home rentals. Experience nature's beauty in the comfort & quiet of our country B&B with Wi-Fi, private Central lakeshore location & full service restaurant & bar. (pg 22) baths. 5 minutes to lake. Legendary Waters Resort & Casino O’Bryon’s Village Inn AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF, RS AY, CC, HC, AC, FF, RS, PL 22270 Co Hwy C, Cornucopia WI 54827 37600 Onigamiing Dr, Bayfield WI 54814 www.villageinncornucopia.com • 715-742-3941 www.legendarywaters.com • 800-226-8478 A gracious country inn, tastefully decorated guest rooms & private baths. Charming 3 miles north of Bayfield. 47 rooms & suites - each with a Lake Superior View. Gaming, sitting room with fireplace. 1 block from harbor. Food served daily. (pg 31) dining, lounge & more. (pg 28) The Fo’c’sle Inn AY, CC, AC, RW Old Rittenhouse Inn Restaurant 22580 State Hwy 13, Cornucopia WI 54827 & Lodging AY, AC, RS, CC, HC. FF www.siskiwitbay.com • 715-742-3337 301 Rittenhouse Ave, Bayfield WI 54814 www.rittenhouseinn.com • 715-779-5111 Lakefront lodging at Siskiwit Bay Marina. Spectacular views overlooking Lake Superior. Spacious rooms w/private bath, private entry from 2nd floor deck. Breakfast served to Bayfield's original country inn & gourmet restaurant offers standard guest rooms, whirl- room. (pg 31) pools, fireplaces & luxury suites. Dinner, fine wines, beer & cocktails, specialty drinks served year round. We also do private parties, weddings & special events. (pg 28) Central Bayfield County Pinehurst Inn AY, CC, HC, AC Bear Country/North Country Vacation Rentals 83645 State Hwy 13, Bayfield WI 54814 AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF www.pinehurstinn.com • 715-779-3676 52150 Wisconsin Ave, Drummond WI 54832 www.northcountryvacationrentals.net • 715-739-6645 An eco-friendly bed & breakfast along side Pikes Creek & a short distance to Lake Supe - rior. Enjoy the outdoor sauna or simply relax among the towering pine trees. (pg 20) Boat & pontoon rental, cabin rental, sporting goods, trail passes, licenses, groceries, beer, liquor, ATM Open Sun-Thurs7-7 & Fri-Sat 7-8.
20 Please visit our local websites for complete area business listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 21 LOdgINg , continued next page Tri-Lake Timbers Resort AY, PF, FF, RS 69210 E Long Lake Rd, Iron River WI 54847 KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PF Pet Friendly www.trilaketimbers.com • 715-372-4627 AC Air Conditioned • FF Family Friendly • rS Restaurant on Site • rW Restaurant within Cabins, bar, food, trail access, bordering National Forest. Three lakes, Wi-Fi, seasonal Walking Distance • PL Pool sites, boat rentals, fireplaces. Packer parties. NFL Package. (pg 37) Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music Flying Eagle Resort AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF, RS Southern Bayfield County 61925 Basswood Rd, Iron River WI 54847 Barnes Trading Post AY, CC www.flyingeagleresort.com • 715-372-4615 4170 Cty Hwy N, Barnes WI 54873 Full bar, food, cabins, camping with hook-ups, gas, homemade pizza, weekend breakfast. www.barnestradingpost.com • 715-795-2320 Closed Tuesdays. 8-unit motel on snowmobile & ATV trail. Family restaurant, full liquor bar & game room. Breakfast, lunch & dinner served every day with daily specials. Lumbermen’s Inn AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF, RW 7770 US Hwy 2, Iron River WI 54847 Bayfield County Rustic Yurts AY CC www.lumbermensinn.com • 715-372-4515 Town of Cable Downtown Iron River. Close to Tri-County Corridor with access to ATV & snowmobile www.bayfieldcounty.org/908/yurts • 715-373-6114 trails. Free WiFi. Two rustic four season yurts located in Bayfield County Forest. Direct access to mountain bike & cross-country ski trails. (pg 45) Quality Inn of Ashland AY, CC, HC, AC, FF, RS, PL 30600 US Hwy 2, Ashland WI 54806 Bear Country/North Country Vacation Rentals www.choicehotels.com • 715-682-5235 AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF Two-story lodge style building with 60 unique and beautifully furnished guest rooms 52150 Wisconsin Ave, Drummond WI 54832 caters to the business or family travelers. (pg 35) www.northcountryvacationrentals.net • 715-739-6645 Boat & pontoon rental, cabin rental, sporting goods, trail passes, licenses, groceries, Scenic drive Resort AY, CC, HC, FF, RS, RW beer, liquor, ATM Open Sun-Thurs7-7 & Fri-Sat 7-8. 12770 Scenic Dr, Iron River WI 54847 www.scenicdrive.com • 715-372-4336 drumming Woods B&B AY, CC, AC, FF Cabin rentals in a quiet, peaceful setting on Lake Delta. Liquor bar & grill - dinner 14791 McNaught Rd, Cable WI 54821 specials Tues & Thurs; Friday night fish fry. (pg 37) www.drummingwoodsbandb.com • 715-798-5010 Quick access to skiing, hiking, biking & snowmobile trails. Hot tub, cozy rooms, comfy Second Wind Country Inn AY, CC, HC, AC beds, Wi-Fi, delicious breakfasts. Plenty of peace & quiet. 30475 Carlson Rd, Ashland WI 54806 www.secondwindcountryinn.com • 715-682-1000 garmisch USA AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF, RS Quiet, cozy, rustic elegance. Daily, weekly & monthly rates. Just off ATV/snowmobile 23040 Garmisch Rd, Cable WI 54821 and bicycle trails. Kitchenettes, Wi-Fi, Jacuzzis. ADA. Ask about Farm Stays. (pg 37) www.garmischresort.com • 715-794-2204 Unique lodge rooms & guest homes. Full service bar & restaurant in our historic main Top O’ The Morn Resort & Campground lodge. Gas & gifts available. AY, CC, PF, AC, FF 6080 Iron Lake Rd, Iron River WI 54847 Lakewoods Resort AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF, RS, PL www.topothemorn.com • 715-372-4546 21540 Cty Hwy M, Cable WI 54821 4-season cabin rentals, full service campsites - big rig friendly. Pontoon, fishing boat & www.Lakewoodsresort.com • 715-794-2561 kayak rentals, laundry & Wi-Fi. Direct access to ATV & snowmobile trails. (pg 36) Full service resort & convention center with golf & marina. Enjoy onsite dining, two swimming pools & more. Open year-round. Guided Sea Kayak Tours Trails End Lodge AY, AC, FF, RW (RESERVATIONS TAKEN YEAR ROUND!) 18920 US Hwy 2, Mason WI 54856 Mogasheen Resort AY, CC, PF, FF, PL Rentals • Shuttles • Instruction www.trailsendlodgeonline.com • 715-746-2093 23380 Missionary Point Dr, Cable WI 54821 Courses • New & Used boats www.mogasheen.com • 715-794-2113 Gear & Apparel 3-bedroom, 2-bath house with access to the Tri-County Corridor. On Hwy 2 in Ino. Sleeps 10 comfortably. 2-night min. Great for ATVers, snowmobilers. Call for Mogasheen, a year-round family resort offers comfortable cabins, beautiful lake views, & reservations. recreational amenities for everyone...with an incredible relaxing atmosphere. (pg 38)
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22 Please visit our local websites for complete area business listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 23 LOdgINg , continued from previous page Herbster Campground Herbster Beach Front, Herbster WI 54844 KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PF Pet Friendly www.herbsterwisconsin.com • 715-774-3780 AC Air Conditioned • FF Family Friendly • rS Restaurant on Site • rW Restaurant within Walking Distance • PL Pool Camping on Lake Superior! Tent sites & RV sites with water & electric, flush toilet, new Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music showers & dump station. Staudemeyer’s Four Seasons Resort South Shore AY, CC, HC, AC, FF Anchor Inn Campground CC, PF, FF, RW 44705 Birch Point Rd, Cable WI 54821 8875 St Hwy 13, Port Wing WI 54865 www.4seasonsresort.net • 715-798-2346 www.johnsonsstore.com • 715-774-3658 Comfortable lakeside vacation accommodations set in Wisconsin's scenic Northwoods Three camping cabins • bathhouse • full hook-ups • water, sewer, electric • tent sites on the shores of popular Lake Namakagon! Experience a return to the simpler things in • WiFi • open May 1 thru Oct 15 • firewood • ice • picnic tables life while relaxing in Northwoods executive style comfort in one of our year round cabins, vacation home rentals or lodge rooms available at our friendly Northern Bark ‘N’ Beavers Wilderness Campground LLC Wisconsin Resort. WiFi. (pg 39) HC, PF 80770 Evergreen Rd, Port Wing WI 54865 Telemark Condominiums AY, CC, PF, AC, FF www.barknbeavers.com • 715-774-3629 15315 Nordmor Rd, Cable WI 54821 www.telemarkcondos.com • 715-798-3999 Quiet, clean, peaceful, remote setting. Dump station, showers. Firewood available. Close to ATV trails. RVs-$18. Tents-$8. Water, electric. Located on snowmobile and ATV trail 70. Adjacent to Telemark Golf Course. Onsite tennis & mini-golf. (pg 39) Siskiwit Lake Campground Siskiwit Shores Dr, Cornucopia WI 54827 Surrounding Area www.visitcornucopia.com • 715-742-3356 Brule River Motel & Campground "On Golden Pond". Rustic campsites, solar well & lighting, portapotties. First come, first AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF, RW served - no reservations. ATV route & Siskiwit Lake access. 13844 E Hwy 2, Brule WI 54520 www.brulerivermotel.com • 715-372-4815 Central Bayfield County 32 comfortable rooms, 12 wooded RV sites & primitive tenting areas, for outdoor adven - delta Lake Campground HC, FF, PF ture or to just relax, we invite you to stay with us & discover all that Brule has to offer. 61885 Delta Park Rd, Iron River WI 54847 www.bayfieldcounty.org • 715-373-6114 River Rock Inn & Bait Shop AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF 1200 W Lake Shore Dr, Ashland WI 54806 11 miles S of Iron River on Delta Lake. Open May-October. Reservations accepted. www.riverrockinn.net • 715-682-3232 Seasonal sites available. (pg 30) Newly renovated, some units w/kitchenettes, even a room for fish/game cleaning. Plus Top O’ The Morn Resort & Campground bait, beer, ice, pop, snacks, apparel, gift certificates, hunting & fishing licenses. (pg 39) AY, CC, PF, AC, FF 6080 Iron Lake Rd, Iron River WI 54847 CAMPgROUNdS www.topothemorn.com • 715-372-4546 Bayfield Peninsula 4-season cabin rentals, full service campsites - big rig friendly. Pontoon, fishing boat & kayak rentals, laundry & Wi-Fi. Direct access to ATV & snowmobile trails. (pg 36) Big Rock Park AY, HC, FF, PF 78550 Big Rock Rd, Washburn WI 54891 Twin Bear Campground HC, FF, PF www.bayfieldcounty.org • 715-373-6114 10370 County Hwy H, Iron River WI 54847 3 miles north of Washburn on the Little Sioux River. Open all year. Primitive camping. www.bayfieldcounty.org • 715-373-6114 First come, first served. (pg 30) 7 miles SW of Iron River on the Pike Chain of Lakes. Open May-October. Reservations accepted. Seasonal sites available. (pg 34) City of Washburn Campgrounds PF, FF, RW PO Box 638, Washburn WI 54891 Southern Bayfield County www.cityofwashburn.org • 715-373-6160 drummond Lake Campground, West End & Memorial Park – Camping on the shores of Lake Superior. (pg 30) ATV & RV Park HC Drummond Lake Rd, Drummond WI 54832 www.DrummondLakeCampground.com • 715-739-6290 ATV right from your campsite! Located on scenic Drummond Lake, this ATV-friendly campground has 17 sites - 6 w/electric & 11 w/full hook-ups, a dump station & shower house. Call for reservations. (pg 39)
715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 25 FOOd & dRINk , continued next page Valhalla View Pub & grub AY, CC, HC, LQ / $$ KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PT Pet Friendly 26490 Freedom Valley Dr, Washburn WI 54891 AC Air Conditioned • Lq Liquor • BW Beer Wine • NA No Alcohol Served • $=$10 or less www.pubngrub.net • 715-373-2037 $$=$10-20 • $$$=$20-30 • $$$$=$30-40 Welcome to the Valhalla View Pub & Grub! Whether you're on a 4-wheeler, snowmobile, Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music or just passing by. We have the fuel, drinks & food to satisfy. Stop in for the best dining Bayfield Peninsula experience around, & stay for the fun! Coco Artisan Bakery & good Eats Wild Rice Restaurant CC, LQ / $$$, $$$$ AY, CC, HC / $, $$ 84860 Old San Rd, Bayfield WI 54814 210 W Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 www.wildricerestaurant.com • 715-779-9881 www.coconorth.com • 715-373-2253 David Salmela architectural treasure overlooking Lake Superior. Glass enclosed wine cel - Serving full breakfast & lunch menus featuring local ingredients w/gluten-free options. lar. Bar menu available nightly. Beautiful deck. Private dining room available for small Full service bakery w/fresh bread daily, breakfast pastries, custom cakes, desserts groups. whole or by the slice. (pg 30) South Shore The Egg Toss Bakery Café AY, CC / $, $$ Hob’s South Shore Saloon AY, CC, HC, LQ / $ 41 Manypenny Ave, Bayfield WI 54814 9265 St Hwy 13, Port Wing WI 54865 www.eggtoss-bayfield.com • 715-779-5181 715-774-3749 "Breakfast favorites" and the best Eggs Benny in Bayfield! Daily specials, Bloody Marys, Open 7 days a week at 10am. Homemade soups & pizzas. Fresh hand-pattied burgers. bottomless cup of coffee, fresh artisan breads & bakery daily. Enclosed deck dining. Specials Monday-Friday. Maggie’s AY, CC, LQ Little Nikki’s AY, CC, HC, LQ / $, $$ 257 Manypenny Ave, Bayfield WI 54814 88540 Superior Ave, Cornucopia WI 54827 www.maggies-bayfield.com • 715-779-5641 www.littlenikkis.com • 715-742-3800 "Legendary eatery" with flamingo décor that must be seen to be believed! Daily specials Featuring home-cooked specials, fresh pizza - all ages welcome! Games & fun. We hope PRIVATE BEACH • WALKING TRAILS • CITY SEWER AT SOME SITES • ROYS POINT MARINA featuring fresh Bayfield fruits, vegetables & fish. Serving lunch & dinner year 'round. to see you soon! (pg 33) Old Rittenhouse Inn's Landmark Pine Cone Ole’s AY, CC, HC, LQ / $, $$ Restaurant AY, CC, LQ / $$$ 14775 State Hwy 13, Herbster WI 54844 301 Rittenhouse Ave, Bayfield WI 54814 715-774-3812 www.rittenhouseinn.com • 715-779-5111 Family restaurant. Great menu. Wednesday, Friday & Saturday pm specials. We have ice Breakfast & dinner are served year round in this historic 1890's Victorian mansion. Fine cream & we serve Mickey Mouse pancakes! Check us out on Facebook. wines, beer & cocktails, specialty drinks. Private parties, weddings & special events. (pg 28) Woody’s Food & Spirits AY, CC, HC, LQ / $, $$ Sparky’s Bar & grill AY, CC, LQ 86985 Lenawee Rd, Herbster WI 54844 30990 Nolander Rd, Washburn WI 54891 www.taverntours.com • 715-774-3338 www.sparkysandannis.com • 715-373-0659 Fresh fish fry Friday. Private parties available. Only restaurant with a view of Lake Sparky's offers a cozy, family-friendly environment featuring great food & lots of indoor Superior on the South Shore. ATM. & outdoor activities. On ATV/Snowmobile route.
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26 Please visit our local websites for complete area business listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 27 FOOd & dRINk , continued from previous page Loon Saloon AY, CC, LQ / $, $$ 45135 Cty Hwy D, Cable WI 54821 KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PT Pet Friendly www.loonsaloon.com • 715-794-2265 AC Air Conditioned • Lq Liquor • BW Beer Wine • NA No Alcohol Served • $=$10 or less Homemade pizza, wraps, paninis, burgers, appetizers, gluten-free pizza crust. General $$=$10-20 • $$$=$20-30 • $$$$=$30-40 store, live bait, tackle, gas, gifts, offsale, wine, groceries, clothing. Open 7 days/week. Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music Call for winter hours. Central Bayfield County M & M’s Y go By AY, LQ delta diner AY, CC, HC, BW / $, $$ 13889 County Road Y, Gordon WI 54838 14385 Co Hwy H, Delta WI 54856 [email protected] • 715-376-2333 www.deltadiner.com • 715-372-6666 Bar Grill Campground. Best Burgers.Coldest Beer in town. ATM, Ice, Off Sale, LP Ex - Classic 1940's Silk City diner offers unique dining experience in the middle of our change. Open Tues-Sat @ Noon. Located on Trail #17 ATV/Snowmobile. beautiful north woods. www.deltadiner.com for hours. (pg 37) Pat’s Place AY, LQ Hyde's on Buskey Bay 22290 US Hwy 63, Grand View WI 54839 AY, CC, HC, PF, AC, FF, LQ / $, $$, $$$ 715-763-3121 65445 Co Hwy H, Iron River WI 54847 Stop in to Pat's Place in beautiful Grand View for lunch, dinner or drinks. www.hydesresort.com • 715-372-4580 Bar, food, cabins. Free Wi-Fi. Open year 'round. Closed Tuesdays. Located on Pike Lake Pioneer Bar AY, HC, LQ / $ Chain. ATV & snowmobile access. Food specials. 47010 Co Hwy D, Cable WI 54821 715-794-2169 Link Family Smokehouse AY, CC, LQ / $. $$ Enjoy burgers, deep-fried snacks or pizza in our relaxing Northwoods bar anytime. Gas, 30580 Us Hwy 2, Ashland WI 54806 shirts & hats also for sale. Now we have WiFi. www.linkfamilysmokehouse.com • 715-682-0331 Wisconsin's finest BBQ! Superior food with a superior view. Open 7 days a week. Pla-Mor Bar & Restaurant CC, LQ / $, $$, $$$ Available for meetings. (pg 35) 44400 Cty Hwy D, Cable WI 54821 715-794-2145 Pizza Parlor Nightly specials. Open at 11:00 AM. Dinner menu after 5:00 PM. On Lake Namakagon, Iron River WI 54847 arrive by boat or snowmobile. www.ironriverpizzaparlor.com • 715-372-4005 Offering specialty pizzas, wraps, sandwiches, soups & salads, dinners, sweet treats - a KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PT Pet Friendly full menu for dine in, take out or delivery. Serving great pizzas for over 30 years. Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music Southern Bayfield County ACTIVITIES / AdVENTURES , continued next page Ammo’s Evergreen Tavern AY, LQ / $ 20105 Cty Hwy M, Cable WI 54821 Bayfield Peninsula www.ammosevergreen.com • 715-794-2245 dog-Paddle kayak Rental Food, games, Wi-Fi, music, happy hour, sports bar, ABATE member, Tavern League Washburn WI 54891 member, night life, on Snowmobile Trail #70. Motorcycle stop. (pg 39) www.dog-paddlekayaks.com • 715-373-2675 Explore Washburn's caves, coves & beaches with our sit-on-top kayaks and SUPs. Barnes Trading Post AY, CC, LQ Hourly, daily, weekly rentals. Group rates. Reservations required. 4170 Cty Hwy N, Barnes WI 54873 www.barnestradingpost.com • 715-795-2320 Lake Superior View golf & driving Range CC Family restaurant, full liquor bar & game room. Breakfast, lunch & dinner served every 950 Cty Hwy C, Washburn WI 54891 day with daily specials. 8-unit motel on snowmobile & ATV trail. www.lakesuperiorviewgolf.com • 715-373-1100 18-hole par 66 golf course viewing Lake Superior (snacks & beverages available). Snow Choppers Bar & grill AY, CC, LQ season, LSV offers cross country trails. 22270 US Hwy 63, Grand View WI 54839 715-763-3202 Legendary Waters Resort & Casino Stop in for a fun, friendly atmosphere at Choppers Bar & Grill. AY, CC, HC 37600 Onigamiing Dr, Bayfield WI 54814 www.legendarywaters.com • 800-226-8478 3 miles north of Bayfield. Gaming, promotions, events, dining, lodging, marina & campgrounds. Open 24/7. Escape ordinary, experience legendary. (pg 28)
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28 Please visit our local websites for complete area business listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 29 KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PT Pet Friendly grand View Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music PO Box 126, Grand View WI 54839 [email protected] • 715-763-6151 ACTIVITIES / AdVENTURES , continued from previous page The Grand View area is full of outdoor recreational opportunities for just about everyone. Come see for yourself! (pg 38) Madeline Island Ferry Line CC, HC, PF PO Box 66, LaPointe WI 54850 Up North guided Tours CC www.madferry.com • 715-747-2051 43435 US Hwy 63, Cable WI 54821 www.upnorthguidedtours.com • 715-798-4037 20-minute ferry ride from Bayfield to Madeline Island. Walk, bicycle or drive aboard. Ex - plore & enjoy ALL the Island offers! (pg 22) Local guided fat bike tours & outfitting. Location with parking, changing quarters & retail apparel shop. Trail transportation included. (pg 38) Mt. Ashwabay Ski & Recreation Area CC, FF 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield WI 54814 Surrounding Area www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 Madeline Island Ferry Line CC, HC, PF 65 acres of downhill skiing & snowboarding, 40km xc skiing, tubing, snowshoeing, & mtn. PO Box 66, LaPointe WI 54850 bike trails. Instruction, equipment rental, chalet with Cafe. Special events. (pg 28 & 46) www.madferry.com • 715-747-2051 Reel Island Adventures CC 20-minute ferry ride from Bayfield to Madeline Island. Walk, bicycle or drive aboard. Ex - Docked at Legendary Waters Marina, Red Cliff WI plore & enjoy ALL the Island offers! (pg 22) www.reelislandadv.com • 715-685-8696 OR 440-228-5670 MARINAS A Superior Experience! Fishing charters, water taxi service, custom island tours. Trips depart from Legendary Waters Marina in Red Cliff. Licensed guides/OUPV Coast Guard Port Wing Marina CC HC, PF certified. 9130 Beach Rd, Port Wing WI 54865 www.portwingmarinaresort.com • 715-774-3555 Trek & Trail Adventure Outfitters CC 7 Washington Ave, Bayfield WI 54814 Beautiful peaceful & relaxing marina. Family friendly with priceless views. www.trek-trail.com • 800-354-8735 Full bathrooms & showers. Long- or short-term boat slips. Offering day & overnight kayaking adventures among the Apostle Islands. Kayak Washburn Marina AY, CC, HC, PF instruction courses, rentals, shuttle services & retail apparel & gear available. (pg 22) 1 Marina Dr, Washburn WI 54891 South Shore www.washburnmarina.com • 715-373-5050 Safe harbor downtown. Service department. Ship Store. Annual & guest dockage. Fuel Lost Creek Adventures & Folk School dock with pump out. Ramp & Travelift. Hwy 13 & Superior Ave, Cornucopia WI 54827 www.lostcreekadventures.org • 715-953-2223 BOAT TOURS / CHARTERS Sea kayak the Apostle Islands. Sea caves, kayak camping, SUP trips & rentals. Lost Creek Adventures offers year-round recreation & educational opportunities. Animaashi Sailing Company CC, PF Bayfield City Dock, 1st Finger Pier, Bayfield WI 54814 Central Bayfield County www.animaashi.com • 715-779-5468 Bear Country/North Country Vacation Rentals Experience Bayfield's beautiful Apostle Islands aboard Animaashi's 34-foot s/v "Sarah's AY, CC, HC Joy". Enjoy hands-on or full relaxation sailing excitement. Come - Sail Away! 52150 Wisconsin Ave, Drummond WI 54832 www.northcountryvacationrentals.net • 715-739-6645 Apostle Islands Cruises CC, HC Bayfield City Dock, Bayfield WI 54814 Boat & pontoon rental, cabin rental, sporting goods, trail passes, licenses, groceries, www.apostleisland.com • 715-779-3925 • 800-323-7619 beer, liquor, ATM Open Sun-Thurs7-7 & Fri-Sat 7-8. Scenic narrated island cruises & glass bottom boat tours. Island shuttles, lighthouse Southern Bayfield County cruises, shipwrecks & lighthouse tours. Reservations recommended. (pg 21) Bear Country/North Country Vacation Rentals good Earth Outfitters, LLC CC AY, CC, HC 22670 Siskiwit Bay Pkwy, Cornucopia WI 54827 52150 Wisconsin Ave, Drummond WI 54832 www.good-earth-outfitters.com • 715-742-3910 www.northcountryvacationrentals.net • 715-739-6645 Get “up close & personal” with the Mainland Sea Caves on this informative 90-minute Boat & pontoon rental, cabin rental, sporting goods, trail passes, licenses, groceries, power boat tour. Affordable & a fun way to view the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore! beer, liquor, ATM Open Sun-Thurs7-7 & Fri-Sat 7-8. Private tours available.
In the Harbor at Siskiwit Bay Marina
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• Striking views overlooking Innkeepers: Lake Superior Dave & Mary Beth Tillmans • Situated on the water’s edge State Hwy. 13 at Superior Ave. • Spacious rooms w/private bath Cornucopia, WI 54827 & private entry from 2nd floor deck 715-742-3337 • Full breakfast in the privacy of website: www.siskiwitbay.com email: [email protected] your room VISA & MasterCard accepted.
30 Please visit our local websites for complete area business listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 31 KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PT Pet Friendly SS Meteor Whaleback Ship Museum CC Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music 300 Marina Dr on Barker's Island, Superior WI 54880 www.superiorpublicmuseums.org • 715-394-5712 MUSEUMS / HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS Tour the Meteor, last surviving whaleback ship designed & built in Superior by Captain Cable Natural History Museum AY, CC, HC Alexander McDougall. Open mid-May through mid-October. 13470 County Hwy M, Cable WI 54821 www.cablemuseum.org • 715-798-3890 Washburn Cultural Center AY, CC, HC Connecting people of all ages to Northwoods nature through exploration, hikes, lectures, 1 E Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 playgroups, live raptor experiences, lake & river tours. www.washburnculturalcenter.com • 715-373-5591 Washburn Area Historical Society Museum, art gallery, antiques & gifts, community Fairlawn Mansion AY, CC meeting rooms. Open year 'round. 906 East 2nd St, Superior WI 54880 www.superiorpublicmuseums.org • 715-374-5712 ENTERTAINMENT Tour the 1890 Victorian mansion, family home of lumber & mining baron Martin Pattison. House & gift shop open year-round. Big Top Chautauqua CC, HC 101 W Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 Madeline Island Museum CC, HC www.bigtop.org • 888-BIG-TENT • 888-244-8368 226 Colonel Woods Ave, LaPointe WI 54850 Presenting a grand summer schedule of multi-media original historical productions www.madelineislandmuseum.org • 715-747-2415 & regional/national musical concerts. 900-seat capacity, all-canvas tent theater. Food, Discover the rich history of Madeline Island through exhibits & programs exploring 3 bar, gifts, free shuttle. (inside back cover, info on pg 12) centuries of island life. Museum store, musical orientation program. Open May 27- October 14. (pg 40) RETAIL & SPECIALTY SHOPS , continued next page Northern great Lakes Visitor Center AY, CC, HC Bayfield Peninsula 29270 Cty Hwy G, Ashland WI 54806 Bemused design & Photography CC www.nglvc.org • 715-685-9983 www.bemusedphoto.com • 715-209-1126 Visitor information, gift shop, 5-story observation tower, boardwalk, historical archives, Bemused Design & Photography provides graphic design, photography & marketing meeting rooms, special programs, mural & much more. Free admission. (pg 46) assistance. Logos, brochures, posters & projects of all sizes. (pg 41) Old Firehouse & Police Museum CC Captain’s Spirits AY, CC, HC 402 23rd Ave E, Superior WI 54880 33 N First St, Bayfield WI 54814 www.superiorpublicmuseums.org • 715-394-5712 715-779-3304 Vintage firefighting equipment on display plus the state of Wisconsin Fire & Police Hall Captain's Spirits is Bayfield's premier liquor store. Beer, wine, liquors, cheese, conven - of Fame. Open seasonally. Free admission. ience store, ATM. Open 9 to 9 every day. (pg 24)
32 Please visit our local websites for complete area business listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 33 KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PT Pet Friendly Johnson’s Store AY, CC, HC Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music 8875 St Hwy 13, Port Wing WI 54865 FREE www.johnsonsstore.com • 715-774-3658 , continued next page WI-FI! RETAIL & SPECIALTY SHOPS Full line grocery • Beer * ATM • 24 hour credit card gas • Fresh and smoked fish • Lake Superior drifting Stone Jewelry AY, CC, HC Open seven days a week • Ice (pg 34) 123 S 2nd Ave W, Washburn WI 54891 www.lakesuperiordrifting.com • 715-209-6997 Star North AY, CC 22485 Co Hwy C, Cornucopia WI 54827 Uncommon jewelry from common Lake Superior stones. Owner/designer Mary Ross 715-742-3500 creates jewelry, driftwood mirrors & baskets from the Lake Superior shores. Open Monday-Saturday 11-5. (pg 30) Star North is Cornucopia's local gas, convenience & liquor store. We also feature a laundromat, ATM, sport licenses, recreational trail passes, & Wisconsin cheese. NAPA Auto Parts AY, CC 26 E Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 Central Bayfield County www.napaonline.com • 715-373-5669 Benoit Cheese AY, CC, HC Locations in Washburn & Ashland for all your automotive, snowmobile & marine parts & 23920 Cty Hwy F, Ashland WI 54806 supplies. Open every day in Ashland. www.benoitcheese.com • 715-746-2561 ReSource ReUse Store AY, CC, HC Old-fashion Country Shop with over 150 cheeses plus many specialty & local jams, 30 E Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 meats, olive oil, trinkets & much more. Open 9-5, Monday-Saturday. (pg 30) www.cheqbayresource.org • 715-373-2003 Spirit of the North gift Shop inside the NgLVC ReSource is a non-profit home improvement store & donation center. You will be AY, CC, HC amazed at what you discover here! 29270 Cty Hwy G, Ashland WI 54806 www.nglvc.org • 715-685-2669 Washburn IgA & Spirits by the Bay AY, CC 226 W Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 A great selection of regional books, gifts, clothing & souvenir items representative www.igawashburn.com • 715-373-5566 of the Lake Superior region. Open 7 days/week from 9-5. (inside back cover) Full service liquor store with large selection of wine, beer & liquor. Separate entrance; White Winter Winery AY, CC, HC connects to grocery store w/sit-down cafe, bank, ATM & 24-hr. gas station. 68323 Lea St, Iron River WI 54847 www.whitewinter.com • 715-372-5656 South Shore Specializing in handcrafted meads, ciders & spirits. (pg 36) gichigumi Creations 86845 Lenawee Rd, Herbster WI 54844 www.superiorbeachglass.com • 715-774-3976 Lake Superior beach glass & stone jewelry & more. Created over time by the turbulent waters of Gichigumi.
34 Please visit our local websites for complete area business listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 35 KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PT Pet Friendly Sixth Street Market AY, CC, HC Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music 1413 6th St W, Ashland WI 54806 www.sixthstreetmarket.net • 715-682-9608 RETAIL & SPECIALTY SHOPS , continued from previous page Hand-cut fresh quality meat, homemade fresh & smoked sausage, specialty meats, Wisconsin cheese, local products, groceries & beer. Open every day! (pg 40) Southern Bayfield County Bear Country/North Country Vacation Rentals ART gALLERIES AY, CC, HC dragonfly Studio CC, HC 52150 Wisconsin Ave, Drummond WI 54832 46400 Blue Moon Rd, Drummond WI 54832 www.northcountryvacationrentals.net • 715-739-6645 www.sarabalbin.com • 715-798-3848 Boat & pontoon rental, cabin rental, sporting goods, trail passes, licenses, groceries, Sculptural creations combining steel, rock & flame. Studio tours by advance beer, liquor, ATM Open Sun-Thurs7-7 & Fri-Sat 7-8. appointment. Visit online for area gallery locations, photos & information. (pg 39) grand View general Store AY, CC Hoth-Lee Art gallery CC, HC 22195 US Hwy 63, Grand View WI 54839 83010 Washington Ave, Port Wing WI 54865 [email protected] • 715-763-3132 [email protected] • 715-774-3117 Groceries * Off-sale liquor, beer & wine * Gas, ice, cigarettes, propane & bait * Open 7 Affordable fine arts, including paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, days/week * WiFi textiles & music from some of the area’s finest artists. Runamuk Rides AY, CC karlyn’s gallery AY, CC, HC 43555 US Hwy 63, Cable WI 54821 318 W Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 www.runamukrides.com • 715-798-3030 www.karlynsgallery.com • 715-373-2922 Rentals, Repairs, Sales. ATV/UTVs, snowmobiles, boats, jet skis (PWCs). We repair all Karlyn Holman watercolors, frameshop, local arts & gifts since 1968. Voted Best Bay - makes & models. Largest powersports dealer in Northern Wisconsin. field County Gallery in 2015. (pg 30) Surrounding Area Oulu glass CC Midland Services, Inc./CENEX AY, CC 1695 Colby Rd, Brule WI 54820 220 3rd Ave W, Ashland WI 54806 www.ouluglassgallery1.com • 715-372-4160 www.midlandservices.com • 715-682-5528 Come & be amazed - Art Glass by 3 generations. Open daily May through January. We are your neighborhood convenience store offering groceries, soft drinks, Classes available. (pg 36) sandwiches & 24-hour pay-at-the-pump fuel. ORCHARdS & FARMS River Rock Inn & Bait Shop AY, CC, HC, PF 1200 W Lake Shore Dr, Ashland WI 54806 Sunset Valley Orchard & The Apple Branch www.riverrockinn.net • 715-682-3232 86520 Valley Rd, Bayfield WI 54814 [email protected] • 715-779-5510 Bait, beer, ice, pop, snacks, apparel, gift certificates, hunting & fishing licenses. Fresh & smoked fish; guide services available. (pg 39) Pick the best! Enjoy picturesque countryside orchard with one-of-a-kind gift shop finds. A delicious slice of Bayfield. Runamuk Rides AY, CC 13679 W Thannum Fire Ln, Hayward WI 54843 www.runamukrides.com • 888-851-5658 Rentals, Repairs, Sales. ATV/UTVs, snowmobiles, boats, jet skis (PWCs). We repair all makes & models. Largest powersports dealer in Northern Wisconsin.
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Recreation by day. Peace and tranquility by night. Telemark’s Christiana Villas and Telemark Point Condos offer you convenience and luxury for a memorable Northwoods vacation. Relax on over For more information: www.telemarkcondos.com 977 inland Original Steel Reservations: Tel: (715) 798-3999 Ext #522 or lakes and Email: [email protected] rivers Sculptures Home - Landscape - Office Venture in the wilderness on a snowmobile with over www.sarabalbin.com med trails 1200 miles of groo Studio Tours by Advance Appointment Commissions Welcome Dragonfly Studio • 46400 Blue Moon Road • Drummond, WI 54832 715-798-3848 • [email protected]
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38 Please visit our local websites for complete area business listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 39 KEY: Ay Open all year • CC Credit Cards Accepted • HC Handicapped Access • PT Pet Friendly Wi-Fi Available Facebook Travel Green Certified Live Music photography Bemused design & Photography CC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES , continued from www.bemusedphoto.com • 715-209-1126 previous page Bemused Design & Photography provides graphic design, photography & marketing Financial assistance. Logos, brochures, posters & projects of all sizes. (pg 41) Bremer Bank AY real estate 31 W Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 Blue Water Realty AY, HC www.bremer.com • 715-373-6381 109 W Bayfield St, Washburn WI 54891 Located in Bayfield & Washburn. Full service bank offering Mortgage & Business Loans, www.bluewaterrealty.org • 715-373-2583 Insurance, Investments & Trust Services. Friendly, dependable real estate service for Bayfield County, Ashland & surrounding health & meDical areas. (pg 30) Memorial Medical Center AY, CC, HC Brickyard Creek Realty AY 1615 Maple Ln, Ashland WI 54806 87810 Brickyard Creek Rd, Bayfield WI 54814 www.ashlandmmc.com • 715-685-5500 www.brickyardcreekrealty.com • 715-742-3326 A Critical Access Hospital with over 60 full-time physicians on staff. Inpatient & Environmentally focused development offers three sustainable communities. Turn-key outpatient services including 24 hour emergency care. (pg 40) cottages, Lake Superior lots & home sites available in Bayfield & Cornucopia. (pg 26) Northern Light Acupuncture AY Coldwell Banker East West Realty AY 502 W Main, Vaughn Library Building, Rm 306 (Vaughn Ave Entrance), 8025 US Hwy 2, Iron River WI 54847 Ashland WI 54806 www.vanhollen.com • 715-372-4090 715-373-5491 Coldwell Banker - A trusted name in real estate. Iron River: 715-372-4090. Serving the northland with quality acupuncture for 26 years. Call for an appointment. Ashland: 715-682-3080. Washburn: 715-373-5030. newspapers repairs The Connection AY Marine Repair Service AY, CC, HC 8025 US Hwy 2, Ste 4, Iron River WI 54847 15165 Spruce Tree Dr, Herbster WI 54844 www.theconnectionnewspaper.com • 715-372-4500 http://marinerepairservice.net/ • 715-774-3221 Open Daillyy Maay 27 –± Occtt.. 14 Local twice-a-month newspaper covering the Poplar to Cornucopia area. Professional Complete Engine, Propulsion, Mechanical, AC/DC Electrical, Electronics, Mobil, Custom Installs, Heated Storage, Cold Storage, Transport, Year 'Round Service. 715-747-2415 (pg 40) madelineislandmuseum.org
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40 Please visit our local websites for complete area business listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 41 23 Barnebirkie, Junior Birkie, Barkie Birkie • Cable 11-12 Ashwabay Spring Carnival • Mt. Ashwabay 27 Port Wing Saturday Market • Port Wing Town 24 Superior Vistas Bike Tour www.birkie.com • 715-634-5025 Recreation Area, Bayfield • www.mtashwabay.org Hall • www.portwingmarket.com • 715-774-3944 Thompson’s West End Park, Washburn 23-26 44th Annual American Birkebeiner • Cable- 715-779-3227 www.superiorvistas.org • 715-682-2500 Hayward • www.birkie.com • 715-634-5025 24-25 Mason Days • Mason • [email protected] juNe 715-765-4554 24 Family Snowshoe Hike • Cable Natural History APRIl Museum • www.cablemuseum.org 1-9 Eat. Drink. Washburn. • Washburn 24-30 Glassblowing Demonstrations & Classes 715-798-3890 Zoo Mobile: Snakes & Lizards • Northern Great www.washburnchamber.com • 715-373-5017 Oulu Glass, Brule • www.ouluglassgallery1.com 6 715-372-4160 25 Tony Tuura Memorial Ice Fishing Contest Lakes Visitor Center, Ashland • www.nglvc.org 1-11 Bayfield In Bloom • Bayfield Iron River Flowage • www.visitironriver.com 715-685-9983 www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 30 Red Cliff Traditional Pow-Wow • Red Cliff 715-372-5510 www.redcliff-nsn.gov • 715-779-3700 7-8 Red Wine Weekend • Old Rittenhouse Inn, 3 Mt. Borah Epic • Downtown Cable 26 16th Annual King & Queen of the Mountain Bayfield • www.rittenhouseinn.com www.cable4fun.com • 715-798-3833 AArreeaa eevveennttss Race Weekend • Mt. Ashwabay Recreation Area, 715-779-5111 Bayfield Garden Tour • Bayfield Bayfield • www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 Spring Traditional Skills Symposium 3 july n Bayfield Peninsula Events Zoo Mobile: Amazing Adaptations • Northern 14-16 www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 2 Lost Creek Adventures, Cornucopia thru Big Top Chautauqua Tent Shows n South Shore Events Great Lakes Visitor Center, Ashland • www.nglvc.org www.lostcreekadventures.org • 715-953-2223 3 Rumble on the Lake • Four Seasons, Cable n Central Bayfield County Events 715-685-9983 mARCH www.facebook.com • 715-798-2346 to Big Top Chautauqua, Bayfield n Southern Bayfield County Events 15 Choppers Smelt Tossing Contest • Choppers Bar Mid Sept www.bigtop.org • 888-244-8368 3 Meet the Mushers Dinner • Bayfield Lakeside Women’s Wednesday XC Ski Group & Grill, Grand View • www.cable4fun.com 3 Kid’s Fishing Day • Northern Great Lakes Visitor n Surrounding Area Events Pavilion • www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 1, 8, 15 Center, Ashland • www.nglvc.org • 715-685-9983 1 Cornucopia Fireworks • Cornucopia Beach Mt. Ashwabay Recreation Area, Bayfield 715-763-3202 www.visitcornucopia.com • 715-742-3924 3-4 Red Wine Weekend • Old Rittenhouse Inn, www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 Lakewoods Easter Buffet • Lakewoods Resort, 3-4 Visitor Appreciation Weekend • Madeline Island Bayfield • www.rittenhouseinn.com 16 www.madelineisland.com • 715-747-2801 1-2 Red Cliff Traditional Pow-Wow • Red Cliff jANuARy 1-31 CBAC Spring Community Exhibit • Washburn Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com www.redcliff-nsn.gov • 715-779-3700 715-779-5111 Cultural Center • www.cbayarts.org 715-794-2561 3, 10, 17, 24 Port Wing Saturday Market • Port 1 New Year’s Day Brunch • Lakewoods Resort, Friday Youth Nights 715-373-5143 Wing Town Hall • www.portwingmarket.com 1-2 Port Wing Area Historical Society Flea Market 3, 10, 17, 24 16 Easter Sunday Brunch • Old Rittenhouse Inn, Port Wing Town Hall Pavilion • www.portwingwi.com Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com Mt. Ashwabay Ski & Recreation Area, Bayfield Bayfield • www.rittenhouseinn.com 715-774-3944 715-794-2561 2 Zoo Mobile: Terrific Turtles • Northern Great www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 Lakes Visitor Center, Ashland • www.nglvc.org 715-779-5111 CAMBA Women’s Weekend • Cable/Hayward 1-8 Glassblowing Demonstrations & Classes 9-11 Oulu Glass, Brule • www.ouluglassgallery1.com 1-8 Oulu Glass Open House • Oulu Glass, Brule 4 American Legion Post 516 Ice Fishing Contest 715-685-9983 Easter Breakfast & Service • St. Paul’s UCC www.cambatrails.org • 715-798-3599 www.ouluglassgallery1.com • 715-372-4160 16 715-372-4160 Choppers Bar & Grill, Grand View 3 Ashwabay WinterFLASH • Mt. Ashwabay Church, Delta • 715-372-6440 9-11 Town-wide Rummage Sales & Summerfest 4, 11, 18, 25 Women’s Wednesday XC Ski Group www.cable4fun.com • 715-763-3202 Recreation Area, Bayfield Iron River • www.visitironriver.com • 715-372-8558 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Weekly Saturday Farmer’s 29 Annual Herbster Smelt Fry • Historical Gym, Market • Cable UCC Church • www.cable4fun.com Mt. Ashwabay Recreation Area, Bayfield 4 Mt Ashwabay Summit Ski Race • Bayfield www.bayfieldwinterfestival.com • 715-779-3227 Herbster • www.herbsterwisconsin.com www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 10 Summer Music Concert • Bayfield www.ashwabaysummitskirace.com Bayfield Winter Festival • Bayfield Recreation www.bayfieldsummermusic.org • 715-779-5490 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Weekly Saturday Farmers Market Zoo Mobile: Animals Underground • Northern 715-373-5611 3-5 Bayfield • www.bayfield.org 5 Center • www.bayfieldreccenter.com 10 , 17, 24 Weekly Saturday Farmers Market Great Lakes Visitor Center, Ashland • www.nglvc.org 4 Rod & Gun Club Ice Fishing Contest • Loon 715-779-5408 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Port Wing Saturday Market 715-685-9983 mAy Bayfield • www.bayfield.org Saloon, Cable • www.cable4fun.com World’s Longest Weenie Roast • Lakewoods Port Wing Town Hall • www.portwingmarket.com Friday Youth Nights • Mt. Ashwabay 715-794-2265 3-5 Red Barn Plant Sale • Hauser’s Superior View 11 Blessing of the Fleet • Bayfield City Harbor 715-774-3944 6, 13, 20, 27 Resort, Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com 1-29 www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 Recreation Area, Bayfield • www.mtashwabay.org 4-5 23rd Annual Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race 715-794-2561 Farm, Bayfield • www.superiorviewfarm.com 2 Cornucopia Pie Social • Immanuel Lutheran 715-779-3227 Echo Valley Gravel Pit, Hwy 13 N . of Bayfield 715-779-5404 11 Spider Lake Run • www.visitironriver.com Church • www.visitcornucopia.com • 715-742-3440 3, 10 Friday Youth Nights 715-372-8558 7, 14, 21, 28 Saturday MADski Program • Mt. www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 Mt. Ashwabay Recreation Area, Bayfield 4 Zoo Mobile: Nocturnal Animals • Northern Great 2 Cornucopia Club 72nd Annual Fish Fry Ashwabay Recreation Area, Bayfield 4, 11, 18, 25 Saturday MADski Program www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 Lakes Visitor Center, Ashland • www.nglvc.org Mid June Big Top Chautauqua Tent Shows Begin Cornucopia Community Center www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 Mt. Ashwabay Recreation Area, Bayfield 715-685-9983 Big Top Chautauqua, Bayfield www.visitcornucopia.com • 715-742-3924 4 Golf on Ice • Birch Grove Campground, Iron www.bigtop.org • 888-244-8368 8, 15, 22, 29 NASTAR Sunday Races • Mt. Ashwabay www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 River • 715-372-8879 5-6 Governor’s Fishing Opener & Outdoor Expo 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Summer Sunday Serenades Recreation Area, Bayfield • www.mtashwabay.org Lakewoods Resort, Cable Mid June Summer Sunday Serenades Begin • Rookery 5, 12, 19, 26 NASTAR Sunday Races Ashwabay WinterBASH • Mt. Ashwabay Rookery Fine Dining, Cable • www.rookerypub.com 715-779-3227 Mt. Ashwabay Ski & Recreation Area, Bayfield 4 www.Lakewoodsresort.com • 715-794-2561 Fine Dining, Cable • www.rookerypub.com 715-794-2062 Recreation Area, Bayfield 715-794-2062 14 Northwoods Harness Sleigh & Cutter Parade www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 www.bayfieldwinterfestival.com • 715-779-3227 6 Wisconsin Fishing Opener • Statewide Bayfield Race Week Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, Ashland Weekly Wednesday Farmers Market 3-7 10-14 Valentine’s Day Romance Ashwabay WinterDASH • Mt. Ashwabay 6 Hungry Bear 100 • Cable 14 , 21, 28 www.bwyc.org/ais/Home.aspx • 715-779-5661 www.nglvc.org • 715-685-9983 Old Rittenhouse Inn, Bayfield 4 www.cable4fun.com • 715-798-3822 Washburn • www.washburnchamber.com Recreation Area, Bayfield 715-373-5017 4 Barnes Town Parade & Fireworks 14 Freeze Your Buns Ice Fishing Contest • Birch www.rittenhouseinn.com • 715-779-5111 www.bayfieldwinterfestival.com • 715-779-3227 12 WPR’s “Garden Talk” with Larry Meiller www.barnes-wi.com • 715-795-2782 Grove Campground, Iron River • 715-372-8879 Weekly Thursday Farmers Market 11 Full Moon XC Ski • Mt. Ashwabay Recreation Area, Polar Bear Plunge • Bayfield Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion 15 , 22, 29 4th of July Festivities & Fireworks • Downtown 9th Annual Birkie Trail Tour • Cable-Hayward Bayfield • www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 4 www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 Cornucopia • www.visitcornucopia.com 4 15 www.bayfieldwinterfestival.com • 715-779-5408 715-742-3551 Bayfield • www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 www.birkie.com • 715-634-5025 North End Classic XC Ski Race • North End Bayfield In Bloom • Bayfield 12 5 Annual Run & Bike on Water • Bayfield 12-31 Chequamegon 100 Race • Cable 4 C.A.R.E. 5 & 10K Walk/Run • Cable 21 Fishin’ Chicks Ice Fishing Contest • Spider Lake, Trail Head, Cable www.bayfieldwinterfestival.com • 715-779-3335 www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 17 www.cable4fun.com • 715-798-3833 Iron River • www.fishinchicksforbreastcancer.com www.norwiski.com • 715-798-3599 www.chequamegon100.org • 715-794-2561 Ed’s Dual GS Race • Mt. Ashwabay Recreation 14 Lakewoods Mother’s Day Buffet • Lakewoods Red, White & Blue Pancake Breakfast • Cable 218-348-4384 Birch Grove Kid's Ice Fishing Contest 5 Resort, Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com 17 Washburn Citywide Garage Sale • Washburn 4 12 Area, Bayfield • www.mtashwabay.org www.washburnchamber.com • 715-373-5017 Community Center • www.cable4fun.com 21 Four Seasons Resort Ice Fishing Contest • Cable Birch Grove Campground, Iron River 715-779-3227 715-794-2561 www.4seasonsresort.net • 715-798-2346 715-372-8879 South Shore Lions Club Fishing Contest • Port 4 Cable Area Lions 4th of July Celebration • Cable NASTAR Sunday Races 14 Mother’s Day Brunch • Old Rittenhouse Inn, 17-18 www.cable4fun.com • 800-533-7454 XC Ski Junior National Qualifiers Iron River National Fish Hatchery “Candlelight 5, 12 Bayfield • www.rittenhouseinn.com • 715-779-5111 Wing Harbor • www.portwingwi.com 21-22 18 Mt. Ashwabay Ski & Recreation Area, Bayfield 715-774-3944 Lakewoods Independence Day Fireworks Birkie Trailhead, Cable Trek” • Iron River National Fish Hatchery www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 Mid May Apostle Islands Cruises Begin • Bayfield 4 www.fws.gov/midwest/ironriver • 715-372-8510 Weekly Saturday Farmer’s Market Lakewoods Resort, Cable Hot Air for Hearts Balloon Rally • Lakewoods www.apostleisland.com • 800-323-7619 17 , 24 www.Lakewoodsresort.com • 715-794-2561 Drummond Sno Jacks’ 17th Annual Barstool 10-12 Cable UCC Church • www.cable4fun.com 18 Resort, Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com 15-31 Eat. Drink. Washburn. • Washburn Weekly Wednesday Farmers Market feBRuARy Races & Chili Feed • Behind the Black Bear Inn 715-794-2561 www.washburnchamber.com • 715-373-5017 18 Grand View Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast 5, 12, 19, 26 Drummond • www.drummondwi.com Grand View Town Hall • www.cable4fun.com Washburn • www.washburnchamber.com TBA Beat the Winter Blues Cellar Jazz Concert 715-739-6645 11 Hot Air for Hearts Snowshoe Race • Lakewoods 18-20 Chequamegon Bay Birding & Nature Festival 715-798-3833 715-373-5017 White Winter Winery, Iron River Resort, Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, Ashland 6, 13, 20, 27 Thursday Summer Music Concerts www.whitewinter.com • 715-372-5656 18 Book Across the Bay • Ashland/Washburn 715-794-2561 www.birdandnaturefest.com • 715-682-2500 18 Lakewoods Father’s Day Specials • Lakewoods www.batb.org • 800-284-9484 Resort, Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com Bayfield • www.bayfieldsummermusic.org 1, 8, 15, 22 Women’s Wednesday XC Ski Group 11 FAT Bike Birkie • Telemark, Cable 27-29 Cornucopia Spring Fling • Cornucopia 715-794-2561 715-779-5490 Mt. Ashwabay Ski & Recreation Area, Bayfield 19 Bike Across The Bay • Washburn www.birkie.com • 715-634-5025 www.visitcornucopia.com • 715-742-3232 www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 www.northcoastcycling.com • 715-373-2114
42 Please visit our local websites for complete area event listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 43 6, 13, 20, 27 Weekly Thursday Farmers Market 5, 12, 19, 26 Port Wing Saturday Market • Port 7, 14, 21, 28 Weekly Thursday Farmer’s Market 21 Fun In the Forest ATV Ride - Christmas Benefit 19 Namakagon Community Club Hunters Dinner 1-11 Holiday Shop Hop • Bayfield Cornucopia • www.visitcornucopia.com Wing Town Hall • www.portwingmarket.com Cornucopia • www.visitcornucopia.com Lakewoods Resort, Cable Namakagon Town Hall • www.cable4fun.com www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 715-742-3551 715-774-3944 715-742-3232 www.Lakewoodsresort.com • 715-794-2561 19 Annual Hunter’s Dinner • Cornucopia Community 1-31 Oulu Glass Holiday Show • Oulu Glass, Oulu 8 Vatten Paddlar Canoe & Kayak Races • Barnes 6 Annual Herbster Volunteer Fire Department 9 Cornucopia Art Crawl • Community-wide, 27-28 Fall Brew Weekend • Old Rittenhouse Inn, Center • www.visitcornucopia.com • 715-742-3279 www.ouluglassgallery1.com • 715-372-4160 www.vattenpaddlar.com • 715-795-2782 Pancake Breakfast • Herbster Historic Gym Cornucopia • www.visitcornucopia.com Bayfield • www.rittenhouseinn.com • 715-779-5111 23 Lakewoods Thanksgiving Buffet • Lakewoods 2 Christmas in Cable Annual Fish Fry • Bethesda Lutheran Church, [email protected] 715-742-3663 Zombie Days • Washburn Resort, Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com www.cable4fun.com • 715-798-3833 14 www.herbsterwisconsin.com 27-28 Bayfield • www.bethesdalutheranbayfield.org 15-17 Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival • Cable www.washburnchamber.com • 715-373-5017 715-794-2561 2 Holiday Spirit Gallery Tour • Bayfield 715-779-5611 6, 13, 20, 27 Summer Sunday Serenades • Rookery www.cheqfattire.com • 715-798-3594 28 Haunting in Grand View Halloween Party 23 Thanksgiving Dinner • Old Rittenhouse Inn, www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 CAMBA Longass Ride • North End Trailhead, Cable Fine Dining, Cable • www.rookerypub.com Iron River National Fish Hatchery Open House Choppers Bar & Grill, Grand View Bayfield • www.rittenhouseinn.com • 715-779-5111 15 715-794-2062 16 2 Breakfast with Santa • Lakewoods Resort, Cable www.cambatrails.org • 715-798-3599 Iron River • www.fws.gov/midwest/IronRiver/ www.cable4fun.com • 715-763-3202 Turkey Trot 5K • Washburn www.Lakewoodsresort.com • 715-794-2561 Bayfield County Fair • County Fairgrounds, Iron 715-372-8510 23 15 Lake Superior Day Celebration • Port Wing 10-13 www.washburnchamber.com • 715-373-5017 Santa Arrives on the Madeline Island Ferry www.portwingwi.com • 715-774-3383 River • www.bayfieldcounty.org/fair CAMBA Fat Tire Tour-Singletrack Sunday 9 715-373-6125 17 24 Black Friday Event • Choppers Bar & Grill, Grand Lakeside Pavilion, Bayfield 15 “Art on the Bay” CBAC Fundraiser • Bayfield CAMBA Trails, Cable/Hayward NOVemBeR View • www.cable4fun.com • 715-763-3202 www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 Pavilion • www.cbayarts.org • 715-373-5143 11-13 CHARAC Art Crawl • Cable www.cambatrails.org • 715-798-3599 www.cablehaywardarts.org • 715-934-2220 3-4 Red Wine Weekend • Old Rittenhouse Inn, 24-30 Holiday Shop Hop • Bayfield 9 Iron River Holiday Gift & Craft Show 15-16 Bayfield Festival of Arts & Gallery Tour 22-24 Coho Madness Fishing Tournament • Washburn Bayfield • www.rittenhouseinn.com • 715-779-5111 www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 Iron River Community Center • 715-372-5887 Memorial Park, Bayfield • www.bayfield.org 12 Cornucopia Day • Cornucopia Waterfront City Marina • www.apostleislandsfishing.org www.visitcornucopia.com • 715-742-3241 715-292-5117 10-12 Big Water Film Festival • Bay Theater, Ashland 25 Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony • Lakeside 9 Lutefisk/Meatball Dinner • Port Wing Town 715-779-3335 www.bigwaterfilmfestival.org Pavilion, Bayfield • www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 Hall • www.portwingwi.com Blueberry Talent Festival • Iron River Community 19 Boogie in the Barn, CAMBA Gala Fundraiser 23 Chicken Sh**in’ Fundraiser for American 20 www.cambatrails.org • 715-798-3599 Legion Post 516 • Choppers Bar & Grill, Grand View 11 Holidaze Wine Tasting • Lakewoods Resort, 25 Christmas Bazaar • Port Wing Town Hall 16 Christmas for Kids • Choppers Bar & Grill, Grand Center • www.irlions.com • 715-372-8614 Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com www.portwingwi.com View • www.cable4fun.com • 715-763-3202 BAHA’s Bar B Que Ribfest • Barnes www.cable4fun.com • 715-763-3202 21 MS Golf Benefit • Forest Ridges Golf Course, Cable 26 715-794-2561 Mt. Ashwabay Holiday Mini-Camps www.Lakewoodsresort.com • 715-794-2561 www.bahamuseum.org • 715-795-3065 29 Senior Social, Apple Pie & Dessert Contest 26-30 Bayfield • www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 11 Lutefisk & Swedish Meatball Dinner Mt. Ashwabay Recreation Area, Bayfield 21-22 Washburn Board Across the Bay • Thompson's 26 Grill Wars for Warriors • Choppers Bar & Grill, Bethesda Lutheran Church, Bayfield deCemBeR www.mtashwabay.org • 715-779-3227 West End Park, Washburn Grand View • www.cable4fun.com • 715-763-3202 29-30 Cable Area Fall Festival www.bethesdalutheranbayfield.org • 715-779-5611 www.cable4fun.com • 715-798-3833 TBA Wassail Dinner Concerts • Old Rittenhouse Inn, 31 Lakewoods New Year’s Eve Celebration www.boardacrossthebay.com • 715-373-5017 26-27 Cause Fore Paws Golf Outing • Cable 17 Pamper Me Deer Widow’s Eve Bayfield • www.rittenhouseinn.com • 715-779-5111 Lakewoods Resort, Buck’s Bar, Cable Cable Natural History Museum Summer www.garmischresort.com • 715-794-2204 29-30 Fall ColorRides Bicycle Tour • Washburn White Winter Winery, Iron River www.Lakewoodsresort.com • 715-794-2561 22 www.washburnchamber.com • 715-373-5017 TBA Dickens’ Dinner • White Winter Winery, Iron River Benefit • Cable • www.cablemuseum.org 29 -31 Annual Apostle Islands Lighthouse www.whitewinter.com • 715-372-5656 www.whitewinter.com • 715-372-5656 31 New Year’s Eve Dinner • Old Rittenhouse Inn, 715-798-3890 Celebration • City Dock, Bayfield 30 Birkie Trail Run & Trek • Cable • www.birkie.com Lakewoods Hunting Camp Specials • Lakewoods Bayfield • www.rittenhouseinn.com • 715-779-5111 www.lighthousecelebration.com • 715-779-5619 715-798-3833 17-26 1 Scandinavian Christmas Dinner • Lakewoods 22 Iron River Vendor Market • Iron River Resort, Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com Resort, Cable • www.Lakewoodsresort.com 31 Choppers New Year’s Eve Bash www.visitironriver.com • 715-372-8558 30 Oulu Corn Maze Saturdays & Sundays 715-794-2561 715-794-2561 Choppers Bar & Grill, Grand View Oulu • www.oulucornmaze.com • 715-372-4148 22-23 Blueberry Festival • Moon Lake Park, Iron River SePTemBeR 18-30 Oulu Glass Holiday Show • Oulu Glass, Brule White Winter Winery Christmas Open House www.cable4fun.com • 715-763-3202 www.irlions.com • 715-372-8614 www.ouluglassgallery1.com • 715-372-4160 1-2 Iron River • www.whitewinter.com • 715-372-5656 Dates are subject to change. Please call ahead to confirm. 28-30 Brownstone Summerfest • Washburn 1-Mid Big Top Chautauqua Tent Shows www.washburnchamber.com • 715-373-5017 Sept Big Top Chautauqua, Bayfield OCTOBeR www.bigtop.org • 888-244-8368 29 Point to LaPointe Swim • Bayfield Lakeside 1 Fall ColorRides Bicycle Tour • Washburn Pavilion • www.point2lapointe.com • 715-779-5408 1-16 Annual Apostle Islands Lighthouse www.washburnchamber.com • 715-373-5017 Celebration • City Dock, Bayfield www.lighthousecelebration.com • 715-779-5619 1-29 Oulu Corn Maze Saturdays & Sundays Oulu • www.oulucornmaze.com • 715-372-4148 AuGuST 2 Annual Fish Boil • Port Wing Town Hall & Pavilion www.portwingwi.com 1-31 CBAC Member Art Exhibit “The Gathering” thru Big Top Chautauqua Tent Shows Washburn Cultural Center • www.cbayarts.org 2-3 Port Wing Arts & Craft Show • School Park, 715-373-5143 to Big Top Chautauqua, Bayfield Across from Town Hall • www.portwingwi.com Mid Sept www.bigtop.org • 888-244-8368 715-774-3614 4 Weekly Wednesday Farmers Market 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Weekly Wednesday Farmers Washburn • www.washburnchamber.com 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Weekly Saturday Farmers Market 715-373-5017 Market • Washburn • www.washburnchamber.com Bayfield • www.bayfield.org 715-373-5017 5 Force of Nature • Cable • www.cablemuseum.org 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Port Wing Saturday Market • Port 715-798-3890 3-6 Port Wing Plein Air Painting Festival Wing Town Hall • www.portwingmarket.com www.portwingpleinair.com • 715-774-3334 715-774-3944 5 Weekly Thursday Farmer’s Market • Cornucopia www.visitcornucopia.com • 715-742-3551 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Thursday Summer Music 2-23 Weekly Saturday Farmer’s Market Concerts • Bayfield Cable UCC Church • www.cable4fun.com 6-8 55th Bayfield Apple Festival • Bayfield www.bayfieldsummermusic.org • 715-779-5490 www.bayfield.org • 715-779-3335 3 Classic Car Show • Port Wing 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Weekly Thursday Farmers www.portwingwi.com • 715-774-3944 7 Weekly Saturday Farmers Market • Bayfield Market • Cornucopia • www.visitcornucopia.com www.bayfield.org 715-742-3551 3 South Shore Lions Club Fall Festival • Port Wing Town Hall • www.portwingwi.com • 715-774-3944 7 Port Wing Saturday Market • Port Wing Town Herbster’s Corn & Brat Fest • Herbster Lakeshore Hall • www.portwingmarket.com • 715-774-3944 5 Emergency “Pig Out” Pig Roast Pavilion • [email protected] 3 The Great Grand View .02k • Choppers Bar & Grill, www.herbsterwisconsin.com • 715-373-6125 White Winter Winery, Iron River 7 www.whitewinter.com • 715-372-5656 Grand View • www.cable4fun.com • 715-763-3202 Grand View Firehouse 50 & Firehouse Run 5 3, 10, 17, 24 Summer Sunday Serenades • Rookery 7 Peel Out 5k • Mt. Ashwabay Recreation Area, Grand View • www.firehouse50.org Bayfield • www.peelout5k.com • 715-779-3227 715-763-3333 Fine Dining, Cable • www.rookerypub.com 715-794-2062 14 11th Annual Namakagon Cancer Walk 5, 12, 19, 26 Weekly Saturday Farmer’s Market Lakewoods Resort, Cable Cable UCC Church • www.cable4fun.com 6, 13, 20, 27 Weekly Wednesday Farmers Market Washburn • www.washburnchamber.com www.lakewoodsresort.com • 715-794-2561 5, 12, 19, 26 Weekly Saturday Farmers Market 715-373-5017 14 Port Wing Historical Society Harvest Dinner Bayfield • www.bayfield.org Port Wing Town Hall • www.portwingwi.com
44 Please visit our local websites for complete area event listings! 715-373-6125 • www.travelbayfieldcounty.com 45 L A K E S U P E R I O R P CHAUTAU BIG TO QUA ‘Culture Under Canvas’ 60+ Concerts • Shows • More June ~ September • Bayfield, WI “Best Outdoor Venue” Minneapolis StarTribune
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