Route Description LAKE SUPERIOR Be familiar with dangers of hypothermia and All watercraft (including non-motorized canoes and Other items recommended for paddlers to carry: (continued from other side) ake Superior is the largest freshwater dress appropriately for the cold water (32 to 50 kayaks over 9 feet in length) must be registered in A portable VHF radio to call for help in an emer- In Miles (0.0 at Minnesota Entrance -Duluth Lift Bridge) lake on our planet, containing 10% of degrees Fahrenheit). Minnesota or the state of residence. gency and monitor the weather channels; Spray skirt; Float for paddle; Whistle and emergency all the fresh water on earth. The lake's Cold water is a killer - wearing a wet or dry suit is 42.3 Crazy Bay. Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. Two 32,000 square mile surface area stretches strongly recommended. Anticipate changes in weather, wind and wave by flares; Water, snacks and sunscreen; and compass. kayak campsites. West site is for kayakers only and across the border between the United monitoring a weather or marine VHF radio, and using is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Pit States and Canada; two countries, three states, one Seek instruction and practice kayak skills, in- your awareness and common sense. This map is not adequate for sole use as a toilet. [47° 11.075' N / 91° 23.975' W]. East site (backpack/kayak site #3) is shared-use by kayakers province and many First Nations surround Superior's cluding rescues, before paddling on Lake Superior. The National Weather Service broadcasts a 24 hour navigational aid. and backpackers. Reservations recommended. Fire magnificent shoreline. The diverse natural history Be certain your boat has adequate bow and stern updated marine forecast on KIG 64, weather band USGS topographic maps and NOAA charts of the ring and pit toilet. [47° 11.145' N / 91 23.935' W] and cultural heritage of the Lake Superior region flotation and that you have access to a pump for channel 1 on the maritime VHF frequency, from Duluth; North Shore can be obtained from a variety of offers paddlers a unique experience on this remark- emptying a flooded boat. a version of this broadcast can be heard by calling 218- sources, such as kayaking or camping gear retailers. 43.0Split Rock Creek. Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. Backpack/kayak site #1. Shared-use by kayakers able global resource. 729-6697, press 4 for Lake Superior weather informa- Learn how to use maps and a compass for navigation and backpackers. Reservations recommended. Travel with a companion or group. tion. before setting out on the lake. [47° 11.405' N / 91° 23.175' W] THE LAKE SUPERIOR WATER TRAIL Know the skill level of other paddlers in your group. Established by the Minnesota Legislature Discuss safety issues before leaving shore. Choose your trip and daily travel distance in relation CAMPING OPPORTUNITIES 43.7 Little Two Harbors.Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. Access to park and lighthouse, a Minnesota in 1993, the Minnesota portion of the Lake Superior to experience, fitness and a 2-3 mph average kayak Camping is permitted at designated sites Historic Site. Access, parking, campground, picnic Water Trail extends from the St. Louis Bay in Duluth Study shoreline features on your chart and speed. only. The following options are available: area and trails. [47° 11.865' N / 91° 22.620' W] to the Pigeon River on the Canadian border, a review exit points before launching. Changing lake conditions can greatly affect distances distance of approximately 150 miles. Cooperative Remember, cliffs can cause additional water turbu- traveled. Campgrounds - state park, municipal and private 44.7 Gold Rock Point.Wreck of the Madeira, driven ashore in 1905, lies scattered on the bottom in10 to efforts in Ontario, Wisconsin, Michigan and First lence and prevent you from going ashore. campgrounds. 100' of water with portions clearly visible in calm Nations will develop a Water Trail completely around Fog frequently restricts visibility to zero. These are generally located inland. They make a water. A popular recreational diving site, please be Lake Superior, primarily for use by sea kayakers. Bring a good compass and know how to use it. good base camp for day trips. Fees are charged and alert to divers in the water. Rest area on small beach The development and maintenance of the Water reservations are advisable. nearby. No facilities.[47° 12.410' N/91° 21.520'W] Trail is a joint effort of the Minnesota Department 45.5 Nadine Blacklock Lakeshore. Blacklock Nature of Natural Resources and the Lake Superior Water Kayak/backpack campsites in state parks. Sanctuary. Campsite is near N.E. end of cobble Trail Association of Minnesota. These primitive state park sites are accessible by beach E. of cabin (which is on point), in from Gull water or foot trail only. Most of these sites have Rock. The shallows leading out to Gull Rock give This map covers approximately 40 miles of some protection to this otherwise exposed beach. Lake Superior's shoreline in western Lake County. fire rings. $7 fee charged. Reservations are required. Landing is on large cobbles, which can be difficult Although generally lacking the spectacular high At these sites, all state park rules apply and all even in good conditions. Trail system will eventually cliffs that dominate the shoreline in Lake County, CRAIG BLACKLOCK vehicles must have a state park vehicle permit. lead up to road and into Split Rock State Park (check sign at campsite for current trail system). this section of the Water Trail will reward the paddler Note: the cabin is used by artists and writers doing with many interesting geological formations embed- Water Trail kayak campsites. These primitive residencies at the Sanctuary. Please respect their ded in the low basaltic shoreline outcroppings, views sites are accessible from the lake only. desire for solitude. [47° 13.070' N / 91° 21.025' W] of small villages from the commercial fishing era, There is no parking allowed. They are available on Nadine Blacklock was one of the countrys leading and broad vistas of the remnant peaks of the Saw- a first-come, first-served basis, with no fee charged women nature photographers. As President of the tooth Range. Private development, particularly in at this time. The campsites are intended for a one Minnesota Parks and Trails Council, she presided the Tofte and Lutsen areas, has limited the number night maximum stay, weather permitting. Group over the addition of several North Shore parcels of public access points, and paddlers traversing this sizes are limited to six paddlers; please be courteous into our state park system, including Gold Rock Point. She died in an automobile accident in 1998 area need to plan ahead with an eye on the weather to others sharing adjacent sites. Fires are not allowed. at the age of 44. and personal needs. Pleases leave campsites as clean or cleaner than you find them and carry out all trash. For more 48.1 Cove Point Lodge. Private resort. Rest area. THE LAKE SUPERIOR EXPERIENCE information on individual site capacity, refer to the Contact resort for lodging and other information. [47° 14.795' N / 91° 18.775' W] Lake Superior, born in fire and ice, has route description portion of this map. offered adventuresome travelers endless miles of 49.5 Beaver Bay. Rest area on beach only. No facilities. discovery for thousands of years. The geological CRAIG BLACKLOCK Low impact camping. Food and other supplies can be purchased nearby. history and features of the northwestern shoreline Please tread very lightly when you are on land. Use [47° 15.575' N / 91° 17.595' W] reveals some of the oldest rock formations on earth only established trails. (Notice that even walking 50.5 Bayside Park and Silver Bay Marina. A city and are a testimony to the great forces of nature on what appears to be a "plain" rock surface there park with access, parking, restrooms and picnic areas. Equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from programs of the which created this great lake. are many brightly colored lichens, mosses and tiny [47° 16.280' N / 91° 16.570' W] Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is available to all plants.) Avoid walking on mosses and lichens along individuals regardless of race, color, creed or religion, national origin, Although the North Shore of Lake Superior 51.0Silver Bay Harbor. Caution! Large commercial sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual is located on the southern fringe of the boreal forest, the shore. The use of camp stoves at campsites is vessels transit this area 24 hours a day. orientation, age or disability. Discrimination inquiries should be sent to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 500 Lafayette the cold, harsh conditions created by Superior's cold recommended. Within state parks campfires are Road, St. Paul, MN 55155-4031; or the Equal Opportunity Office waters resemble a subarctic ecosystem. Brilliant allowed in fire rings only. 52.9 Northshore Mining Access.Carry-in access, rest Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240. lichens, mosses, wildflowers, and rare plants like area and parking. lignonberry, butterwort or cloudberry together with Camp in groups of 6 or less. Camp only in 52.6 Northshore Mining. Rest area and camping. spruce, white pine, aspen and birch soften the rugged designated areas that are marked on the map. This information is available in alternative shoreline. 55.0Palisade Head. Tettegouche State Park. Sea cliffs format upon request and caves. Caution! Wind and waves can quickly The North Shore's cultural history and di- Respect private homes and property along the create potential hazardous conditions in this area. versity is no less impressive. The North Shore offers JOHN ANDERSON shore! Please take breaks and camp only at desig- [47° 19.030' N / 91° 12.835' W] nated areas. MN Department of the paddler an opportunity to learn about the people Natural Resources and traditions of the First Nations of the lake and 55.5 Palisade Head Campsite. Four kayak campsites DNR Trails & Waterways and rest area. Pit toilet. No fires. First-come, first- 500 Lafayette Road Box 52 the European influence of early explorers, mission- DRINKING WATER served. [47° 19.725' N / 91° 12.340' W] St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 aries and fur traders. Evidence of the history of the Drinking water is not provided at most of lumber, mining, shipping, and commercial fishing the campsites. Be prepared to treat all water from 56.2 Tettegouche State Park. Walk-in site. Shared- industries are found all along the shore. the lake and rivers. use by kayakers and backpackers. Reservations required. Fire ring and pit toilet. INFORMATION [47° 20.075' N / 91° 11.900'W] FOR YOUR SAFETY ENJOY Minnesota Department of The many shipwrecks along the North Shore Lake Superior is a spectacular environment 56.3 Baptism River. Tettegouche State Park. Access, are tragic reminders of the power and fury of Lake for a sea kayaker to experience the world's largest parking, picnic area and trails. State park campground Natural Resources Information Center is 1.5 miles inland. [47° 20.165' N / 91° 11.855' W] Metro (651) 296-6157 Superior. That power is something every paddler freshwater lake. The natural history and cultural 1-888-MINNDNR (646-6367) must respect and not underestimate. The same diversity will provide additional dimensions to the 56.8 Shovel Point. Tettegouche State Park. Dramatic TDD Metro (651) 296-5484 dramatic features that enrich the shoreline experi- experience. Enjoy all that Lake Superior has to cliffs plunge into Lake Superior at this exposed, TDD MN toll free 1-800-657-3929 ence, such as lake cliffs, can pose serious hazards offer, respect the lake and tread lightly on her shores. projecting point. CRAIG BLACKLOCK CRAIG BLACKLOCK DNR Trails & Waterways to unwary paddlers; placid summer waters can Have a great time! 57.2 Crystal Bay. Tettegouche State Park. Rest area. (651) 297-1151 change in minutes to life-threatening conditions and No facilities. One of the largest North Shore sea cliff areas can prevent paddlers from seeking safety HOW CAN I HELP? caves. [47° 20.830' N / 91° 11.075' W] For Association membership and informa- DNR Website on shore. A paddler needs to be prepared mentally 59.7 Mile 59.7 Rest Area. Beach area only. No facilities. www.dnr.state.mn.us and physically to deal with these conditions and tion on becoming involved with the Lake Superior [47° 22.765' N / 91° 09.360' W] possess the paddling skills necessary to assure their LAKE SUPERIOR Water Trail Association (LSWTA), write to: own safety and that of others. Local marine weather Caution! There are currently no established public Assistance Provided By: landing areas or facilities for the remainder of this forecasts should be monitored before and during Lake Superior Water Trail Association of Minnesota section. Be knowledgeable of current weather Lake Superior Water Trail any trip on the lake. A paddler needs to understand Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake on our planet, conditions. Plan accordingly. Association of Minnesota the implications these forecasts have on overall lake Waters of Superior conditions, as well as the shoreline area you plan containing 10% of all the fresh water on earth. 395 S. Lake Avenue 62.8 Stone Hearth Inn. Emergency landing only. Contact resort for lodging and other information. Matt Kania Map Illustrations to travel. Wave heights can be greatly increased by Duluth, MN 55802 [47° 24.645' N / 91° 06.435' W] shoreline features and currents. The diverse natural history and cultural heritage of the This map is not intended as a sole Lake Superior region offers paddlers a unique experience Visit the LSWTA website: 63.3 Fenstad's Resort. Emergency landing only. Contact Each paddler is required to have a wearable U.S. UP resort for lodging and other information. source for navigational KE SUPERIO [47° 24.855' N / 91° 05.890' W] information. Coast Guard personal flotation device readily ac- on this remarkable global resource. www.LSWTA.org LA R cessible and there must be a bright white light on 65.8 Manitou Falls and Arch. Private property. No board each kayak or canoe after sunset to be dis- landing. [47° 26.565' N / 91° 03.805' W] played in time to prevent a collision. End of Route Printed on recycled paper with W A IL 30% post-consumer material. ATER TR A TM O F T A M I N N E S O
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700 Mean lake level: Reef 55 28.0Stewart River. Rest area, access, parking. 46 935 ft. [47° 02.845' N / 91° 37.810' W] 601 feet Palisade Head Nadine Blacklock Lakeshore k radio tower AREAS NO PUBLIC LANDING ree 30.0 Silver Cliff. Site of the longest highway tunnel in k C sea cave e de the Midwest U.S. [47° 03.895' N / 91° 35.680' W] re lisa C Pa Fenstads Resort es et (emergency landing only) 30.8 Halcyon Harbor Cabins. Rest area on private P Gull Rock r ve beach below cliffs. No facilities. 37 Ri ais [47° 04.545' N / 91° 35.095' W] 3 Mar Stewart River Little 28 63 Caution! There are currently no established public Little Marais ek River re landing areas or facilities for the next 5 miles. Be wart C 54 Ste r 45 knowledgeable of current weather conditions. ge an cliffs Stone Hearth Inn Plan accordingly. D Willi (emergency landing only) tle rocks Gold Rock Point ams as Cre 35.7 Grand Superior Lodge. Private resort. Rest area. C cliffs ek Contact resort for lodging and other information. y 6 [47° 07.135' N / 91° 30.265' W] d Ba Floo 35.8 Cotton Property. Emergency landing only. Superior Shores Lodge Cotton Property 36 [47° 07.270' N / 91° 30.025' W] (emergency landing only) Flood Bay 27 Split Rock Lighthouse 62 38.3 Gooseberry River. Gooseberry Falls State Park. State Wayside 53 Access, parking, campground, 2 kayak campsites 44 (water accessible only, available on a first-come, 740 ft. Grand Superior Lodge Mean lake level: first-served basis), picnic area and trails. 601 feet [47° 08.560' N / 91° 27.500' W] Castle Danger Northshore Mining Access Little Two Harbors 39.7 Thompson Beach. Four kayak campsites and rest
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Park. Rest area. No facilities. 900 34 [47° 10.920' N / 91° 24.440' W] AREAS NO PUBLIC LANDING Crazy Bay 61 985 ft. (continued on other side) 25 cliffs 60 A Silver Bay Harbor E SUPERIO g Split Rock AK R ate Split Rock Point 51 L Ba River 42 y Mile 59.7 Rest Area breakwater Pellet Island beach W A IL Crow Creek A 700 TER TRA 800 O T A F M I N N E S O 848 ft. SCALE IN MILES Lafayette Bluff SCALE IN MILES SCALE IN MILES SCALE IN MILES SCALE IN MILES © 2005 State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources