STATE WATER TRAIL MAP Lake Superior Water Trail Grand Marais to Pigeon River LAKE SUPERIOR Wave heights can be greatly increased by shoreline USGS topographic maps and NOAA charts of the • All watercraft (including non-motorized canoes WATER TRAIL ake Superior is the largest freshwater lake features and currents. North Shore can be obtained from a variety of and kayaks over 9 feet in length) must be registered Map 4 of 4 on our planet, containing 10% of all the sources, such as kayaking or camping gear retailers. in or the state of residence. fresh water on earth. The lake’s • Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved Learn how to use maps and a compass for navigation personal floatation device. 32,000 square mile surface area before setting out on the lake. • Each paddler is required to have a wearable U.S. stretches across the border between Coast Guard personal flotation device readily the United States and Canada; two • Be familiar with dangers of hypothermia and accessible and there must be a bright white light and countries, three states, one province and many dress appropriately for the cold water (32 to 50 three hand-held flares on board each kayak or canoe Route Description First Nations surround Superior’s magnificent degrees Fahrenheit). Cold water is a killer – wearing after sunset to be displayed in time to prevent a (continued from other side) shoreline. The diverse natural history and cultural a wet or dry suit is strongly recommended. collision. In Miles (0.0 at Minnesota Entrance -Duluth Lift Bridge) heritage of the Lake Superior region offers • Seek instruction and practice kayak skills, paddlers a unique experience on this remarkable including rescues, before paddling on Lake Superi- • Choose your trip and daily travel distance in global resource. or. relation to experience, fitness and a 2-3 mph average kayak speed. Changing lake conditions can 139.1 Paradise Beach. Rest area and primitive Be certain your boat has adequate bow and stern campsite. Old cabin near campsite location. No THE LAKE SUPERIOR WATER TRAIL flotation and that you have access to a pump for greatly affect distances traveled. facilities. [47°48.562' N / 90° 04.535' W] Established by the Minnesota Legislature emptying a flooded boat. in 1993, the Minnesota portion of the Lake • Fog frequently restricts visibility to zero. 139.2 Paradise Wayside Rest. Undeveloped rest stop Superior Water Trail extends from the St. Louis • Travel with a companion or group. Know the skill Bring a good compass and know how to use it. on Highway 61. Limited, six hour parking. No Bay in Duluth to the Pigeon River on the level of other paddlers in your group. Discuss safety facilities. [47° 48.628' N / 90° 4.421' W] Canadian border, a distance of approximately 150 issues before leaving shore. • Other items recommended for paddlers to carry: miles. Cooperative efforts in Ontario, Wisconsin, A portable VHF radio to call for help in an 140.4 . Rest area. Judge Magney State Michigan and First Nations will develop a Water • Study shoreline features on your chart and review emergency and monitor the weather channels; Spray Park maintains a trail from park HQ to near the Trail completely around Lake Superior, primarily exit points before launching. Remember, cliffs can skirt; Float for paddle; Whistle and emergency flares; mouth of river. State park facilities (ranger station, for use by sea kayakers. The development and cause additional water turbulence and prevent you Water, snacks and sunscreen; and compass. picnic area, campground, public phone) are a from going ashore. 1/4-mile hike upstream on the west side of the river. maintenance of the Water Trail is a joint effort of Depending on the river level you can paddle part the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources • Anticipate changes in weather, wind and wave by • This map is not adequate for sole use as a navigational way up river to trail. Reservations for camping and the Lake Superior Water Trail Association of monitoring a weather or marine VHF radio, and recommended. Nanaboujou Lodge and restaurant Minnesota. aid. using your awareness and common sense. owns property on river left. This is not open for public This map covers approximately 42 miles of The National Weather Service broadcasts a 24 hour use unless you are dining or staying at lodge. [47° Lake Superior’s shoreline in Eastern Cook County. updated marine forecast on KIG 64, weather band 48.933' N / 90° 3.069' W] This section of the Water Trail will reward the paddler LOCK channel 1 on the maritime VHF frequency, from with cobble and sand beaches and many interesting Duluth; a version of this broadcast can be heard by 141.8 Alden’s Beach. Rest area. No facilities. geological formations embedded in the low basaltic calling (218) 729-6697, press 4 for Lake Superior Rock cliffs on each side of cobble-sand beach. shoreline outcroppings. Roughly half of this trail CRAIG BLACK weather information. [47° 49.181' N / 90° 1.342' W] section falls within the Grand Portage Indian 144.9 Town of Hovland. Trailer access. Rest area. Parking. Reservation and has limited public access points. CAMPING OPPORTUNITIES No facilities. Cement pier and “The Ol’ Dog Trail” Paddlers traversing this area need to plan ahead with Camping is permitted at designated sites historical marker at this location. an eye on the weather and personal needs. only. The following options are available: [47° 50.335' N / 89° 58.196' W] The first nation people of the Grand Portage Reservation have a rich natural and • Campgrounds - state park, municipal and private 146.7 Horseshoe Bay Public Water Access. cultural history. Visitors are encouraged to respect campgrounds. These are generally located inland. Rest area. Trailer access and dock. Parking. the privacy of the Reservation Lands and visit the They make a good base camp for day trips. Fees are Facilities. [47° 51.047' N / 89° 56.208' W] Grand Portage National Monument area to learn charged and reservations are advisable. Map 4 146.8 Horseshoe Bay Public Trust Fund Land. more. Located within the reservation are the Susie Rest area, and primitive, dispersed camping. Map 3 Islands and views of high inland vistas. Much of • Kayak/backpack campsites in state parks. [47° 51.004' N / 89° 55.951' W] the reservation land is in an excellent state of These primitive state park sites are accessible by Map 2 preservation in a semi-wilderness setting. Use of water or foot trail only. Most of these sites have fire 150.0 Arlo’s Stop. Rest area and primitive dispersed all reservation land needs prior authorization by its DAMS rings. $11 fee charged. Reservations are required. At camping. No facilities. [47° 52.138' N / 89° 52.929' W]

Trust Lands and Natural Resources Office (218) DICK A these sites, all state park rules apply and all vehicles Map 1 475-2415. If crossing the border into Canada or must have a state park vehicle permit. the U.S. you will need to notify the appropriate 150.0 Antonia’s Stop. Rest area and primitive customs office for proper entry protocol. • Water Trail kayak campsites. These primitive sites dispersed camping. No facilities. are accessible from the lake only. [47° 52.055' N / 89° 52.007' W] PETER HARK, MN DNR THE LAKE SUPERIOR EXPERIENCE There is no parking allowed. They are available on a 150.6 Reservation River Road. Rest area. No Lake Superior, born in fire and ice, has first-come, first-served basis, with no fee charged at facilities. Small cobble beach with good landing The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources offered adventuresome travelers endless miles of this time. The campsites are intended for a one night area. Informal local access with limited daytime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. discovery for thousands of years. The geological maximum stay, weather permitting. Group sizes are parking. [47° 52.463' N / 89° 52.238' W] history and features of the northwestern shoreline limited to six paddlers; please be courteous to others Caution: No public landing areas next 10 miles. reveals some of the oldest rock formations on sharing adjacent sites. Fires are not allowed. Pleases earth and are a testimony to the great forces of leave campsites as clean or cleaner than you find Note: Use of non-public areas within Grand Portage nature, which created this great lake. them and carry out all trash. For more information Reservation, without permission, is prohibited. This information is available in Although the North Shore of Lake on individual site capacity, refer to the route 162.6 Grand Portage Marina, Lodge and Casino. alternative format upon request Superior is located on the southern fringe of the description portion of this map. Owned and operated by Grand Portage Indian boreal forest, the cold, harsh conditions created Reservation. Boat access, parking fee, trailer by Superior’s cold waters resemble a subarctic • Low impact camping. Please tread very lightly camping, facilities. [47°57.353' N/89° 41.370' W]

ecosystem. Brilliant lichens, mosses, wildflowers, PETER HARK, MN DNR when you are on land. Use only established trails. and rare plants like lignonberry, butterwort or (Notice that even walking on what appears to be a 162.8 Grand Portage National Monument. Minnesota State Parks and Trails cloudberry together with spruce, white pine, “plain” rock surface there are many brightly colored Day time use area. Parking. No camping. Grand 500 Lafayette Road Box 52 Portage information at contact station in parking lot St. Paul, MN 55155–4052 aspen and birch soften the rugged shoreline. lichens, mosses and tiny plants.) Avoid walking on The North Shore’s cultural history and mosses and lichens along the shore. The use of camp near stockade. [47° 57.694' N / 89° 41.070' W] diversity is no less impressive. The North Shore stoves at campsites is recom-mended. Within state 164.2 Voyageur Marina. Owned and operated by offers the paddler an opportunity to learn about parks campfires are allowed in fire rings only. Grand Portage Indian Reservation. Parking fee. the people and traditions of the First Nations of Camping. Facilities. Ferry for Isle Royale departs from the lake and the European influence of early • Camp in groups of 6 or less. Camp only in this location. [47° 57.747' N / 89° 39.126' W] INFORMATION explorers, missionaries and fur traders. Evidence designated areas that are marked on the map. of the history of the lumber, mining, shipping, and 177.0 Tip of Pigeon Point. Emergency rest area. Minnesota Department of commercial fishing industries are found all along • Respect private homes and property along the No camping. No facilities. Landing may be difficult. Natural Resources Information Center the shore. shore! This entire area is ecologically sensitive. The Bureau Metro (651) 296-6157 Please take breaks and camp only at designated areas. of Land Management currently administers this 1-888-MINNDNR (646-6367) FOR YOUR SAFETY LOCK area on Pigeon Point.

TDD Metro (651) 296-5484 DAMS DRINKING WATER The many shipwrecks along the North 174.0 Pigeon River and Customs. The Highway 61 TDD MN toll free 1-800-657-3929 Shore are tragic reminders of the power and fury Drinking water is not provided at most of border-crossing bridge is located approximately one DICK A of Lake Superior. That power is something every CRAIG BLACK the campsites. Be prepared to treat all water from mile up from the mouth of the river. The main DNR Parks & Trails paddler must respect and not underestimate. The the lake and rivers. entrance of Grand Portage State Park is located (651) 259-5666 same dramatic features that enrich the shoreline just north of the highway near boarder crossing. experience, such as lake cliffs, can pose serious ENJOY This park is a day use park only. DNR Website hazards to unwary paddlers; placid summer waters Lake Superior is a spectacular environment mndnr.gov can change in minutes to life-threatening for a sea kayaker to experience the world's largest conditions and cliff areas can prevent paddlers freshwater lake. The natural history and cultural End of Route ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY: from seeking safety on shore. AKE UPERIOR diversity will provide additional dimensions to the L S experience. Enjoy all that Lake Superior has to offer, Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake on our planet, Lake Superior Water Trail A paddler needs to be prepared mentally respect the lake and tread lightly on her shores. HOW CAN I HELP? Association of Minnesota and physically to deal with these conditions and containing 10% of all the fresh water on earth. For Association membership and informa- possess the paddling skills necessary to assure tion on becoming involved with the Lake Superior and their own safety and that of others. Local marine Matt Kania Map Illustrations weather forecasts should be monitored before and The diverse natural history and cultural heritage of the Water Trail Association (LSWTA), write to: during any trip on the lake. A paddler needs to understand the implications these forecasts have Lake Superior region offers paddlers a unique experience Lake Superior Water Trail Association of This map is not intended as a sole on overall lake conditions, as well as the shoreline Minnesota source for navigational on this remarkable global resource. information. area you plan to travel. Waters of Superior 395 S. Lake Avenue E SUPERI AK OR Duluth, MN 55802 L Printed on recycled paper with LSWTA.org 30% post-consumer material.

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NO PUBLIC LANDING AREAS NO PUBLIC LANDING Narrows Lighthouse Hat Point Island 800 Grand Portage

700 Park office Reservation Pancake Island 765 ft. Peak elevation 800 Contour elevation 165 175 Olson Shore Pigeon Grand 130 River Miles Alden’s Beach Bay Blueberry Island Portage Voyageur Marina beach Knapp’s Shore Bay Grand Portage WARNING: Land only at Dur 67 Island fee Creek County Road 67 public landing areas. Cannonball Bay Grand Portage Landing on private property National Monument is trespassing! Durfee Creek Rese

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Magney k B 125.0 Grand Marais. County seat of Cook County. Reservation r State Park Cla All facilities available. Municipal campground at B River Road ru Nanaboujou Lodge Reservation River Road west end of harbor. Parking. Boat ramp. Coast 1000 130 le Guard station at east end of harbor. Nice beach in River 900 ay East Bay. [47° 44.805' N / 90° 20.020' W, at boat 800 ramp] 700 Anderson’s Rest Brule River 61 61 rison B er 58 61 CANADA v Mor 126.5 Old Shore Road. Rest area. No facilities or Antonia’s Stop bridge services. Open for public recreational use. 140 Unde-veloped local access with limited parking. Located on Old Shore Road behind DNR Forestry 150 Paradise Wayside Rest U.S. Pigeon Ri Office. Arlo’s Stop

[47° 45.4183' N / 90° 18.756' W] Ongstad 700 Susie Islands 61 Pigeon River er Road 129.5 Anderson’s Rest. Rest area. No facilities. v and Customs [47° 46.307' N / 90° 15.244' W] k Ri 61 Paradise Beach Susie Trac NORTH vil Island 130.8 Durfee Creek. Rest area. No facilities. De Grand Portage [47° 46.599' N / 90° 13.519' W] Little Brule River 160 State Park Farquhar 131.0 County Road 67. Rest area and primitive er Creek Grand v 1000 campsite. Limited space between highway and Lake. rule Ri Marr Island No facilities. Portage Little B [47° 46.612' N / 90° 13.322' W] 900 Reservation Croftville 800 131.3 Knapp’s Shore. Rest area. No facilities. 700 Lucille Island [47° 46.639' N / 90° 12.919' W] W NORTH NORTH au 131.6 Olson Shore. Rest area. No facilities. swaugoning [47° 46.593' N / 90° 12.524' W] 170 B 133.7 DOT Land. Rest area. No facilities. Mean lake level: ay Francis Island [47° 47.266' N / 90° 10.519' W] 601 feet Lake Walk North

134.8 Kadunce River Wayside Rest. Rest area. Big Bay AREAS NO PUBLIC LANDING No facilities. Highway 61 Wayside Picnic area. 14 NORTH Limited 6 hour parking. Superior Hiking Trail Horseshoe Bay Public Access. [47° 47.608' N / 90° 9.278' W] Trust Fund Land 136.2 Lake Walk South. Rest area and primitive campsite. No facilities. Superior Hiking Trail Access. [47° 47.741' N / 90° 7.452' W] Mule-Kicker Beach Mean lake level: Old Shore Road NORTH 1000 601 feet 136.7 Mule-Kicker Beach. Rest area and primitive Horseshoe Bay campsite. No facilities. 900 800 [47° 47.768' N / 90° 6.972' W] 700 beach Ashford Point 137.3 Lake Walk North. Rest area and primitive Kelly Lake Walk South campsite. No facilities. ’s Road [47° 47.916' N / 90° 6.149' W] Grand Portage Superior Hiking Trail Hat Point

7 Reservation AREAS NO PUBLIC LANDING 139.0 Little Brule River. Rest area. No facilities or Coast Guard Station 61 services. Public Trust Fund Land is open for public East Bay 900 recreational use. Small rock island located off this area. [47° 48.411' N / 90° 4.641' W] beach Deronda Bay GRAND 800 165 900 800 61 (continued on other side) 700 Red Rock 12 MARAIS Kadunce 700 Gunflint beach 125 This map is not intended as a sole Trail River 16 source for navigational State information. Grand Marais Harbor er Grand Wayside v 135 HOVLAND Portage Kad Grand unce 61 Island River Kadunce River Portage Municipal Wayside Rest 145 Bay Campground Flute Reed Ri Chicago Bay 61 Coville