Lake Superior State Water Trail, Map 1 from St. Louis River to Two Harbors

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STATE WATER TRAIL MAP Route Description LAKE SUPERIOR • Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved The National Weather Service broadcasts a 24-hour • All watercraft (including non-motorized canoes and In Miles (0.0 at Minnesota Entrance – Duluth Lift Bridge). Lake Superior Water Trail ake Superior is the largest freshwater lake personal floatation device. updated marine forecast on KIG 64, weather band kayaks longer than 9 feet) must be registered in St. Louis River to Two Harbors Note: Mile markers for sites within the St. Louis River and along on our planet, containing 10% of all the channel 1 on the maritime VHF frequency, from Minnesota or the state of residence. Minnesota Point are relative distances based on the map’s linear Map 1 of 4 fresh water on earth. The lake’s 32,000 • Be familiar with dangers of hypothermia and Duluth; a version of this broadcast can be heard by scale. Actual paddling distances between sites will vary. square mile surface area stretches dress appropriately for the cold water (32 to 50 calling 218-729-6697, press 4 for Lake Superior • Choose your trip and daily travel distance in Note: (L) and (R) represent left and right banks of the St. Louis across the border between the United degrees Fahrenheit). weather information. The VHF radio can also be used relation to experience, fitness and an average kayak- River when facing downstream (facing lakeward). States and Canada; two countries, three Cold water is a killer – wearing a wet or dry suit is to call for emergency help. ing speed of 2-3 m.p.h.. St Louis River and Bay – Minnesota Side: states, one province and many First Nations strongly recommended. Changing lake conditions can greatly affect distances surround Superior’s magnificent shoreline. The • Other items recommended for paddlers to carry: traveled. 16.9 Boy Scout Landing. (L) Boat access, toilets. diverse natural history and cultural heritage of the • Seek instruction and practice kayak skills, Spray skirt; float for paddle; whistle and emergency Limited parking. [46° 39.205' N / 92° 13.580' W] Lake Superior region offers paddlers a unique including rescues, before paddling on Lake Superi- flares; water, snacks and sunscreen; and compass. • This map is not adequate for sole use as a experience on this remarkable global resource. 12.0 Clyde Avenue Boat Launch. (L) Boat launch, pier, or. navigational aid. toilets, parking. [46° 42.050' N / 92° 12.430' W] Be certain your boat has adequate bow and stern • The Duluth Harbor is a major port in the U.S. USGS topographic maps and NOAA charts of the THE LAKE SUPERIOR WATER TRAIL flotation and that you have access to a pump for Familiarize yourself with the rules of the nautical road North Shore can be obtained from a variety of 10.6 Indian Point Campground. (L) City of Duluth Established by the Minnesota Legislature and stay out of the shipping lanes. When using the campground, carry-in access, toilets. Landing at emptying a flooded boat. sources, such as kayaking or camping gear retailers. boat docks. Call for information/reservations. in 1993, the Minnesota portion of the Lake Superi- Minnesota and Wisconsin entrances be aware that Learn how to use maps and a compass for navigation [46° 43.260' N / 92° 10.935' W] or Water Trail extends from the St. Louis Bay in • Travel with a companion or group. while inbound ships are easily spotted at some before setting out on the lake. Duluth to the Pigeon River on the Canadian distance, the outbound ships are not visible from the 8.4 Grassy Point Trail. (L) Parking. Portage down Know the skill level of other paddlers in your group. boardwalk pier to overlooks. Launch also possible border, a distance of approximately 150 miles. Discuss safety issues before leaving shore. end of the entrances. When paddling through the CAMPING OPPORTUNITIES at Keene Creek. [46° 43.568' N / 92° 09.282' W] Cooperative efforts in Ontario, Wisconsin, Michi- entrances stay to the right side in order to not give up Camping is permitted at designated sites only. The 5.3 Rice Point Landing. (L) Public boat launch, gan and First Nations will develop a Water Trail • Study shoreline features on your chart and review your right of way. Obtain a chart of the Duluth following options are available: completely around Lake Superior, primarily for use parking, toilets. Under Hwy 53/Blatnik Bridge on exit points before launching. Harbor for specifics regarding shipping lanes. the Minnesota side. [46° 45.080' N / 92° 06.180' W] by sea kayakers. The development and maintenance Remember, cliffs can cause additional water turbu- • Campgrounds – state park, municipal and private of the Water Trail is a joint effort of the Minnesota St Louis River and Bay – Wisconsin Side: lence and prevent you from going ashore. • Beware of special paddling hazards in the Dulu- campgrounds. Department of Natural Resources and the Lake th-Superior harbor area. These are generally located inland. They make a good 10.8 Superior Municipal Forest Boat Launch. (R) Superior Water Trail Association of Minnesota. • Fog frequently restricts visibility to zero. Outgoing currents through the Minnesota and base camp for day trips. Fees are charged and reserva- Undeveloped public boat access, no toilets, limited Wisconsin entrances can clash with incoming reflect- daytime parking. This 4,432-acre forest is the Map 1 of the Water Trail includes the “Mile Bring a good compass and know how to use it. tions are advisable. second largest municipal forest in the nation.It ed waves to create chaotic paddling conditions. Stay contains a wealth of unusual natural features Zero” start of the trail at the famous Lift Bridge in near the shore and keep well away from commercial • Anticipate changes in weather, wind and waves by • Kayak/backpack campsites in state parks. including stands of mature coniferous forest, the Canal Park area of Duluth. This is the and recreational boating traffic. Fog can be a particu- extensive emergent marsh, and wet clay flats monitoring a weather or marine VHF radio, and These primitive sites are accessible by water or foot western-most corner of Lake Superior and the lar hazard in busy areas. Several areas in the St. Louis supporting a mixture of shrub swamp and wet using your awareness and common sense. trail only. Most of these sites have fire rings. Fees are meadow. [46° 40.995' N / 92° 09.150' W] Water Trail begins its northeasterly course past low Bay may be subject to waterfowl hunting seasons. charged, and reservations are required. At these sites, cliffs, stately mansions, cobblestone beaches, 9.7 Dwight’s Point. (R) Primitive campsite. Not gentle headlands, and small resort communities as • Each paddler is required to have a wearable U.S. all state park rules apply and all vehicles must have a maintained by city. No toilets. Fires allowed. Not you travel toward Two Harbors. This map also shows Coast Guard personal flotation device readily accessi- state park vehicle permit. marked with sign. [46° 42.550' N / 92° 09.645' W] the estuary of the St. Louis River, a unique resource ble and there must be a bright white light on board 9.1 Billings Park Access. (R) A city park with boat of undeveloped backwaters and industrial each kayak or canoe after sunset to be displayed in • Water Trail kayak campsites. launch. Daytime parking. Fee charged to use waterfront spread between the cities of Superior time to prevent a collision. These primitive sites are accessible from the lake only. boat launch. Facilities. Picnic areas. No camping. and Duluth, and protected from the open waters of There is no parking allowed. They are available on a [46° 42.795' N / 92° 08.465' W] Lake Superior by the world’s longest freshwater first-come, first-served basis, with no fee charged at 9.0 Arrowhead Fishing Pier. (R) A public fishing sandspit. This maze of bays provides kayakers and this time. The campsites are intended for a one night pier, toilets, limited parking. canoeists with a multitude of touring possibilities, maximum stay, weather permitting. Group sizes are [46° 43.110' N / 92° 08.670' W] particularly useful when the Big Lake is serving up limited to six paddlers; please be courteous to others 2.3 Barker’s Island. (R) Public boat launch. Fee charged to less than ideal conditions. sharing adjacent sites. Fires are not allowed. Pleases use boat launch. Toilets, daytime parking. leave campsites as clean or cleaner than you find them [46° 43.105' N / 92° 03.440' W] THE LAKE SUPERIOR EXPERIENCE and carry out all trash. For more information on 0.8 Loons Foot. (R) Public boat launch. Fee charged to use Lake Superior, born in fire and ice, has individual site capacity, refer to the route description boat launch. Toilets, daytime parking. offered adventuresome travelers endless miles of portion of this map. [46° 42.010' N / 92° 02.060' W] discovery for thousands of years. The geological 0.0 Wisconsin Point. A city of Superior natural area. history and features of the northwestern shoreline • Low impact camping. Lighthouse, parking, no facilities. Protected launch reveals some of the oldest rock formations on earth Please tread very lightly when you are on land. Use on beach inside breakwater. Beware of ships, currents, and reflected waves in channel out to lake. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and are a testimony to the great forces of nature only established trails. (Notice that even walking on [46° 42.370' N / 92° 00.775' W] is an Equal Opportunity Employer. which created this great lake. what appears to be a “plain” rock surface there are Although the North Shore of Lake many brightly colored lichens, mosses and tiny plants.) Minnesota Point: Superior is located on the southern fringe of the Avoid walking on mosses and lichens along the shore. 0.8 Minnesota Point. Rest area. No toilets. No boreal forest, the cold, harsh conditions created by The use of camp stoves at campsites is recommended. camping. Caution: poison ivy prevalent in area. Superior’s cold waters resemble a subarctic ecosys- Within state parks campfires are allowed in fire rings Sand beach landing. [46° 42.660' N / 92° 01.455' W] This information is available in tem. Brilliant lichens, mosses, wildflowers, and rare only. 2.6 Park Point Park. A Duluth city boat launch. alternative format upon request plants – such as lignonberry, butterwort or cloud- Daytime parking, bathroom facilities, picnic berry – together with spruce, white pine, aspen and • Camp in groups of 6 or less. Camp only in desig- areas, no camping. [46° 43.925' N / 92° 03.365' W] birch soften the rugged shoreline. Minnesota State Parks and Trails nated areas that are marked on the map. 4.2 Lafayette Park. Rest area, toilets, daytime parking. The North Shore’s cultural history and Sand beach landing. [46° 45.145' N / 92° 04.265' W] 500 Lafayette Road Box 52 diversity is no less impressive. The North Shore • Respect private homes and property along the St. Paul, MN 55155–4052 offers the paddler an opportunity to learn about the 5.7 Franklin Park. Rest area, limited daytime parking. shore! Please take breaks and camp only at Seasonal toilets. [46° 46.320' N / 92° 05.235' W] people and traditions of the First Nations of the designated areas. lake and the European influence of early explorers, 5.7 UMD Boat Shed. Carry-in access, parking. [46° 76.872' N / 92° 08.8524' W] missionaries and fur traders. Evidence of the DRINKING WATER INFORMATION history of the lumber, mining, shipping, and Drinking water is not provided at most of the North from Canal Park: commercial fishing industries are found all along campsites. Be prepared to treat all water from the lake Minnesota Department of the shore. 6.7 Corner of the Lake. Rest area. Duluth Public Park and rivers. Carry all your water needs when paddling in and Lake Walk. Facilities. Nearby metered parking. 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ALL 10.4 42nd Avenue East. Rest area, no facilities, no 651-259-5000 same dramatic features that enrich the shoreline experience, such as lake cliffs, can pose serious diversity will provide additional dimensions to the camping. Rocky beach. experience. Enjoy all that Lake Superior has to offer, [46° 49.235' N / 92° 02.305' W] DNR Web Site hazards to unwary paddlers; placid summer waters mndnr.gov can change in minutes to life-threatening condi- respect the lake and tread lightly on her shores. Have 12.4 Lester River. Rest area. Sand and cobblestone beach a great time! near mouth of river. Facilities and tourist tions and cliff areas can prevent paddlers from information kiosk near parking lot off of Hwy 61. ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY: seeking safety on shore. A paddler needs to be [46° 50.190' N / 92° 00.350' W] AKE UPERIOR HOW CAN I HELP? prepared mentally and physically to deal with these L S Lake Superior Water Trail conditions and possess the paddling skills necessary Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake on our planet, For Association membership and information 12.7 Brighton Beach. A Duluth city park. Carry-in access, on becoming involved with the Lake Superior Water daytime parking, toilets, picnic area. No camping. Association of Minnesota to assure their own safety and that of others. Local [46° 50.595' N / 91° 59.545' W] marine weather forecasts should be monitored containing 10% of all the fresh water on earth. Trail Association (LSWTA), write to: Matt Kania Map Illustrations before and during any trip on the lake. A paddler 15.5 Lakewood Station. Rest area, no toilets. Daytime The diverse natural history and cultural heritage of the Lake Superior Water Trail parking on east side of Hwy 61. needs to understand the implications these [46° 51.805' N / 91° 57.445' W] forecasts have on overall lake conditions, as well as Association of Minnesota This map is not intended as a sole the shoreline area you plan to travel. Wave heights Lake Superior region offers paddlers a unique experience Waters of Superior 16.0 Duluth Tent & Trailer Campground. Steep bank up to E SUPERI Hwy 61. Private campground located across Hwy 61. source for navigational information. 395 S. Lake Avenue AK OR can be greatly increased by shoreline features and on this remarkable global resource. L Contact campground for camping. currents. Duluth, MN 55802 [46° 52.110' N / 91° 56.950' W]

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St. Louis Bay 2 Tow MAP KEY er Bong Avenue Memorial Private land (NO LANDING) Bridge 21st St. City or town N. Public land Schmidt Creek Bob’s Cabins 35 20 61 Arrowhead Elmira (emergency landing only) Carry-in access AREAS NO PUBLIC LANDING Central Grassy Point Trail swing Fishing Pier 28th St. French River N. Av 61 30 bridge e. Boat access Av 42nd Avenue East Larsmont e. Billings Park Access Fishing Pier Rest area French River 35 Grassy Point Park Campground Billings 10 Grand Park Watercraft Campsite 61 Indian Point NORTH Picnic area NORTH NORTH Avenue Campground Dwight’s Point Superior Parking 10 Municipal 765 ft. Peak elevation Forest er 800 Contour elevation v 42nd Street Dw ig 10 River Miles ht ’s P Superior Municipal Forest oin Water Access Pulaski St. t

Pokegama B Louis Ri McQuade Rd. 23 . ay Billings Dr. St DULUTH Pokegama River McQuade Safe Harbor Clough Route Description Island (continued from other side) Knife River Beach 17.6 McQuade Safe Harbor. DNR protected boat and kayak launch, toilets, parking, and shore ﬁshing. Spirit [46° 52.840' N / 91° 55.235' W] Knife Island Island 19.6 French River. Carry-in access. Rest area. Toilets. beach Knife River e. Limited parking. [46° 53.960' N / 91° 53.535' W] Av Leif Erikson Park Marina

Clyde Spirit Lake 22.0 Bluebird Landing. Rest area. No toilets. Limited Clyde Avenue Boat OTA parking. Rocky beach. [46° 55.045' N/ 91° 51.155' W] Granite Point Access (Munger Landing) 23.1 Big Sucker River. Rest area on small beach at river mouth. Corner of the Lake No toilets. Very small public landing area. ver

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WISCONSIN [46° 55.320' N/ 91° 50.855' W] Duluth Tent & e Ri beach Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge f Trailer Campground Kni 24.3 Stony Point. Rest area. Limited daytime parking. e. Canal Park N. No toilets. Rocky beach. [46° 55.675' N/ 91° 48.795' W] Lake Av Franklin Park

26.5 Knife River Marina. Access at public boat launch area. Avenue Bayfront Parking. Toilets. [46° 56.705' N / 91° 46.950' W] Park Minnesota Duluth Lakewood Station 26.6 Knife River Beach. Carry-in access. Rest area. Parking. Point 25 Central Ship WARNING: Land only at Toilet. Sand and pebble beach. 15 Canal 61 public landing areas. 23 [46° 56.785' N / 91° 46.845' W] 15 61 Landing on private property Mud Lake OLIVER Duluth Harbor Common 30.2 Bob’s Cabins. Emergency landing only. Private resort. is trespassing! Rocky Beach. Contact resort for lodging and other NEW information. [46° 59.025' N / 91° 44.170' W] Stony Point w GARY ealth DULUTH 34.5 Agate Bay. DNR boat launch inside breakwater. Parking. Kitchi Gammi Park Ave. Toilets. Historic lighthouse and museum at point. E SUPERI AK OR 39 L [47° 00.875' N / 91° 39.975' W] Little Sucker River 35 Stony Point

Boy Scout Landing 535 W End of Route for Map 1 W A I L T A E R T R O F A M I N N E S O T