Route Description In Miles (0.0 at Minnesota Entrance – Duluth Lift Bridge). LAKE SUPERIOR • Each paddler is required to have a wearable U.S. • Anticipate changes in weather, wind and waves • All watercraft (including non-motorized canoes Note: Mile markers for sites within the St. Louis River and ake Superior is the largest freshwater lake Coast Guard personal flotation device readily ac- by monitoring a weather or marine VHF radio, and and kayaks longer than 9 feet) must be registered along Minnesota Point are relative distances based on the on our planet, containing 10% of all the fresh cessible and there must be a bright white light on using your awareness and common sense. in Minnesota or the state of residence. map’s linear scale. Actual paddling distances between sites water on earth. The lake’s 32,000 square board each kayak or canoe after sunset to be dis- The National Weather Service broadcasts a 24-hour will vary. mile surface area stretches across the played in time to prevent a collision. updated marine forecast on KIG 64, weather band • Choose your trip and daily travel distance in Note: (L) and (R) represent left and right banks of the St. border between the United States and channel 1 on the maritime VHF frequency, from relation to experience, fitness and an average Louis River when facing downstream (facing lakeward). Canada; two countries, three states, one province • Be familiar with dangers of hypothermia and Duluth; a version of this broadcast can be heard by kayaking speed of 2-3 m.p.h.. St Louis River and Bay–Minnesota Side: and many First Nations surround Superior’s mag- dress appropriately for the cold water (32 to 50 calling 218-729-6697, press 4 for Lake Superior Changing lake conditions can greatly affect dis- nificent shoreline. The diverse natural history and degrees Fahrenheit). weather information. The VHF radio can also be used tances traveled. 10.4Boy Scout Landing. Boat (L) access. Toilets. cultural heritage of the Lake Superior region offers Cold water is a killer – wearing a wet or dry suit is to call for emergency help. Limited parking. [46° 39.205' N / 92° 13.580' W] paddlers a unique experience on this remarkable strongly recommended. • This map is not adequate for sole use as a 7.8 Clyde Avenue Boat Public Access.boat (L)access. global resource. • Other items recommended for paddlers to carry: navigational aid. Toilets. Parking. [46° 42.050' N / 92° 12.430' W] • Seek instruction and practice kayak skills, includ- Spray skirt; float for paddle; whistle and emergency USGS topographic maps and NOAA charts of the North Shore can be obtained from a variety of 5.9 Indian Point Campground. City of(L) Duluth THE LAKE SUPERIOR WATER TRAIL ing rescues, before paddling on Lake Superior. flares; water, snacks and sunscreen; and compass. campground. Toilets. Landing at boat docks. Call Established by the Minnesota Legislature Be certain your boat has adequate bow and stern sources, such as kayaking or camping gear retailers. for information/reservations. Learn how to use maps and a compass for naviga- [46° 43.260' N / 92° 10.935' W] in 1993, the Minnesota portion of the Lake Superior flotation and that you have access to a pump for • The Duluth Harbor is a major port in the U.S. tion before setting out on the lake. Water Trail extends from the St. Louis Bay in Duluth emptying a flooded boat. Familiarize yourself with the rules of the nautical 4.5 Grassy Point Trail. (L) Parking. Portage down to the Pigeon River on the Canadian border, a road and stay out of the shipping lanes. When using boardwalk pier to overlooks. Launch also possible • Travel with a companion or group. the Minnesota and Wisconsin entrances be aware CAMPING OPPORTUNITIES at Keene Creek. [46° 43.568' N / 92° 09.282' W] distance of approximately 150 miles. Cooperative Camping is permitted at designated sites Know the skill level of other paddlers in your group. that while inbound ships are easily spotted at some efforts in Ontario, Wisconsin, Michigan and First only. The following options are available: 1.8 Rice Point Landing. (L) Public boat access. Nations will develop a Water Trail completely around Discuss safety issues before leaving shore. distance, the outbound ships are not visible from the Parking. Toilets. Under Hwy 53/Blatnik Bridge on end of the entrances. When paddling through the the Minnesota side.[46° 45.080' N / 92° 06.180' W] Lake Superior, primarily for use by sea kayakers. • Campgrounds – state park, municipal and entrances stay to the right side in order to not give The development and maintenance of the Water • Study shoreline features on your chart and review private campgrounds. St Louis River and Bay–Wisconsin Side: up your right of way. Obtain a chart of the Duluth Trail is a joint effort of the Minnesota Department exit points before launching. These are generally located inland. They make a Harbor for specifics regarding shipping lanes. 6.5 Superior Municipal Forest Water Access. (R) of Natural Resources and the Lake Superior Water Remember, cliffs can cause additional water turbu- good base camp for day trips. Fees are charged Undeveloped public boat access; no toilets; limited Trail Association of Minnesota. lence and prevent you from going ashore. and reservations are advisable. daytime parking. This 4,432-acre forest is the second • Beware of special paddling hazards in the Duluth- largest municipal forest in the nation.It contains a wealth of unusual natural features including stands Map 1 of the Water Trail includes the “Mile • Fog frequently restricts visibility to zero. Superior harbor area. • Kayak/backpack campsites in state parks. of mature coniferous forest, extensive emergent Zero” start of the trail at the famous Lift Bridge in Bring a good compass and know how to use it. Outgoing currents through the Minnesota and Wis- These primitive sites are accessible by water or marsh, and wet clay flats supporting a mixture of consin entrances can clash with incoming reflected shrub swamp and wet meadow. the Canal Park area of Duluth. This is the western- foot trail only. Most of these sites have fire rings. [46° 40.995' N / 92° 09.150' W] most corner of Lake Superior and the Water Trail waves to create chaotic paddling conditions. Stay $7 fee charged. Reservations are required. At these begins its northeasterly course past low cliffs, stately near the shore and keep well away from commercial sites, all state park rules apply and all vehicles 5.6 Dwight’s Point. (R) Primitive campsite. Not and recreational boating traffic. Fog can be a particular maintained by city. No toilets. Fires allowed. Not mansions, cobblestone beaches, gentle headlands, must have a state park vehicle permit. marked with sign. [46° 42.550' N / 92° 09.645' W] and small resort communities as you travel toward hazard in busy areas. Several areas in the St. Louis Two Harbors. This map also shows the estuary of Bay may be subject to waterfowl hunting seasons. • Water Trail kayak campsites. 4.7 Billings Park Access. (R) A city park with boat access. Daytime parking. Access fee charge to use the St. Louis River, a unique resource of undeveloped These primitive sites are accessible from the lake boat launch. Facilities. Picnic areas. No camping. backwaters and industrial waterfront spread between only. There is no parking allowed. They are avail- [46° 42.795' N / 92° 08.465' W] the cities of Superior and Duluth, and protected able on a first-come, first-served basis, with no fee charged at this time. The campsites are intended 4.6 Arrowhead Fishing Pier. (R) A public fishing from the open waters of Lake Superior by the world’s pier and boat access. Access fee charge to use boat longest freshwater sandspit. This maze of bays for a one night maximum stay, weather permitting. launch. Toilets. Limited parking. provides kayakers and canoeists with a multitude Group sizes are limited to six paddlers; please be [46° 43.110' N / 92° 08.670' W] courteous to others sharing adjacent sites. Fires of touring possibilities, particularly useful when the 1.7 Barker’s Island. (R) Public boat access. Access Big Lake is serving up less than ideal conditions. are not allowed. Pleases leave campsites as clean fee charge to use boat launch. Toilets. Daytime or cleaner than you find them and carry out all parking. [46° 43.105' N / 92° 03.440' W] THE LAKE SUPERIOR EXPERIENCE trash. For more information on individual site Lake Superior, born in fire and ice, has capacity, refer to the route description portion of 1.7 Loons Foot. (R) Public boat access. Access fee Equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from programs of the offered adventuresome travelers endless miles of this map. charge to use boat launch. Toilets. Daytime parking. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is available to all [46° 42.010' N / 92° 02.060' W] discovery for thousands of years. The geological individuals regardless of race, color, creed or religion, national origin, • Low impact camping. sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual history and features of the northwestern shoreline 0.5 Wisconsin Point. A city of Superior natural area. orientation, age or disability. Discrimination inquiries should be sent Please tread very lightly when you are on land. reveals some of the oldest rock formations on earth Lighthouse. Parking. No facilities. Protected launch to Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 500 Lafayette Road, Use only established trails. (Notice that even on beach inside breakwater. Beware of ships, St. Paul, MN 55155-4031; or the Equal Opportunity Office Department and are a testimony to the great forces of nature walking on what appears to be a “plain” rock currents, and reflected waves in channel out to lake. of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240. which created this great lake. [46° 42.370' N / 92° 00.775' W] surface there are many brightly colored lichens, Although the North Shore of Lake Superior mosses and tiny plants.) Avoid walking on mosses Minnesota Point: This information is available in alternative is located on the southern fringe of the boreal forest, and lichens along the shore. The use of camp the cold, harsh conditions created by Superior’s 0.8 Minnesota Point. Rest area. No toilets. No format upon request stoves at campsites is recommended. Within state camping. Caution: poison ivy prevalent in area. cold waters resemble a subarctic ecosystem. Brilliant parks campfires are allowed in fire rings only. Sand beach landing. lichens, mosses, wildflowers, and rare plants – such [46° 42.660' N / 92° 01.455' W] MN Department of as lignonberry, butterwort or cloudberry – together Natural Resources • Camp in groups of 6 or less. Camp only in 0.8 Park Point Park. A Duluth city boat access. DNR Trails & Waterways with spruce, white pine, aspen and birch soften the designated areas that are marked on the map. Daytime parking. Bathroom facilities. Picnic 500 Lafayette Road Box 52 rugged shoreline. St. Paul, MN 55155–4052 areas. No camping. The North Shore’s cultural history and • Respect private homes and property along the [46° 43.925' N / 92° 03.365' W] diversity is no less impressive. The North Shore shore! Please take breaks and camp only at 0.6 Lafayette Park. Rest area. Toilets. Daytime parking. offers the paddler an opportunity to learn about the designated areas. Sand beach landing. [46° 45.145' N / 92° 04.265' W] people and traditions of the First Nations of the lake INFORMATION 0.1 Franklin Park. Rest area. Limited daytime parking. and the European influence of early explorers, DRINKING WATER Seasonal toilets. Sand beach landing. Minnesota Department of missionaries and fur traders. Evidence of the history Drinking water is not provided at most of [46° 46.320' N / 92° 05.235' W] Natural Resources Information Center of the lumber, mining, shipping, and commercial the campsites. Be prepared to treat all water from Metro 651-296-6157 fishing industries are found all along the shore. the lake and rivers. Carry all your water needs North from Canal Park: 888-MINNDNR (646-6367) when paddling in the St. Louis River estuary. 0.2 Corner of the Lake. Rest area. Duluth Public Park TDD Metro 651-296-5484 FOR YOUR SAFETY and Lake Walk. Facilities. Nearby metered parking. TDD MN toll free 800-657-3929 Westernmost point of Lake Superior. Sand and The many shipwrecks along the North Shore ENJOY

ALL ALL PHOTOS BY ANDY KNAPP pebble beach. [46° 47.225' N / 92° 05.640' W] DNR Trails & Waterways are tragic reminders of the power and fury of Lake Lake Superior is a spectacular environment Superior. That power is something every paddler for a sea kayaker to experience the world’s largest 1.1 Leif Erikson Park. Creek drainage through cement 651-297-1151 culvert. Pebble and sand beach landing. No facilities must respect and not underestimate. The same freshwater lake. The natural history and cultural near landing. [46° 47.717' N / 92° 05.163' W] DNR Web Site dramatic features that enrich the shoreline experi- diversity will provide additional dimensions to the www.dnr.state.mn.us ence, such as lake cliffs, can pose serious hazards experience. Enjoy all that Lake Superior has to 3.8 42nd Avenue East. Rest area. No facilities. offer, respect the lake and tread lightly on her No camping. Rocky beach. to unwary paddlers; placid summer waters can LAKE SUPERIOR [46° 49.235' N / 92° 02.305' W] ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY: change in minutes to life-threatening conditions and shores. Have a great time! cliff areas can prevent paddlers from seeking safety 5.5 Lester River. Rest area. Sand and cobblestone Lake Superior Water Trail Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake on our planet, HOW CAN I HELP? beach near mouth of river. Facilities and tourist Association of Minnesota on shore. A paddler needs to be prepared mentally information kiosk near parking lot off of Hwy 61. and physically to deal with these conditions and containing 10% of all the fresh water on earth. For Association membership and informa- [46° 50.190' N / 92° 00.350' W] Matt Kania Map Illustrations possess the paddling skills necessary to assure their tion on becoming involved with the Lake Superior Water Trail Association (LSWTA), write to: 5.9 Brighton Beach. A Duluth city park. Daytime own safety and that of others. Local marine weather The diverse natural history and cultural heritage of the parking. Toilets. Picnic area. No camping. forecasts should be monitored before and during [46° 50.595' N / 91° 59.545' W] Lake Superior Water Trail This map is not intended as a sole any trip on the lake. A paddler needs to understand Lake Superior region offers paddlers a unique experience Association of Minnesota UP 8.1 Lakewood Station. Rest area. No toilets. Daytime source for navigational KE S PERIO the implications these forecasts have on overall lake LA R parking on east side of Hwy 61. information. on this remarkable global resource. Waters of Superior [46° 51.805' N / 91° 57.445' W] conditions, as well as the shoreline area you plan 395 S. Lake Avenue to travel. Wave heights can be greatly increased by Duluth, MN 55802 8.3 Duluth Tent & Trailer Campground. Steep shoreline features and currents. bank up to Hwy 61. Private campground located W L ATER TR AI across Hwy 61. Contact campground for camping. O F T A Printed on recycled paper Visit the LSWTA website: M I N N E S O with a minimum of 30% [46° 52.110' N / 91° 56.950' W] post-consumer material. www.LSWTA.org TM (continued on other side) © 2005 State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources St. Louis River and Canal Park Lakewood to Stony Point to Minnesota Point to Canal Park to Lakewood Stony Point Two Harbors

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23 2 McQuade Road P Billings Dr. oke DULUTH gam a Bay iver 19 ma R Clough ega 10 Pok Route Description McQuade Safe Harbor Island (continued from other side) 7 (future site) Knife River Beach 10.1 McQuade Safe Harbor. Future site of DNR Leif Erikson Park Spirit protected boat launch and water access. Island [46° 52.840' N / 91° 55.235' W] Knife Island 1 12.3 French River. Rest area. Toilets. Limited parking. beach Knife River Marina [46° 53.960' N / 91° 53.535' W] 18 Clyde Ave. Spirit Lake Clyde Avenue 14.1 Bluebird Landing. Rest area. No toilets. Limited 9 Granite Point Boat Access parking. Rocky beach.[46° 55.045' N/91° 51.155' W] 8 Cornerof theLake (MungerLanding) r 15.7 Little Sucker River. Rest area on small beach at e MINNESOTA WISCONSIN iv river mouth. No toilets. Very small public landing R e area. [46° 55.320' N/91° 50.855' W] if beach Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge Duluth Tent & Trailer Campground n Canal Park K 16.3 Stony Point. Rest area. Limited daytime parking. Lake Ave. Franklin Park 0 No toilets. Rocky beach.[46° 55.675' N/91° 48.795' W] 18.1 Knife River Marina. Access at public boat ramps. Central Avenue N. Bayfront 17 Parking. Toilets. [46° 56.705' N/91° 46.950' W] Park 9 Duluth Minnesota Point 8 18.2 Knife River Beach. Rest area. Parking. Toilet. Sand Ship Lakewood Station and pebble beach. [46° 56.785' N/91° 46.845' W] Canal 61 23 OLIVER 61 Mud Lake 23.0 Bob’s Cabins. Emergency landing only. Private Dulut h Ha resort. Rocky Beach. Contact resort for lodging and rbor Stony Point GARY Commonwealth Avenue other information. [46° 59.025' N/91° 44.170' W] 1 NEW DULUTH 25.3 Agate Bay. DNR boat access inside breakwater. Parking. Toilets. Historic lighthouse and museum Kitchi Gammi Park L U ittle S KE SUPERIO uck AK R 39 at point. [47° 00.875' N / 91° 39.975' W] 10 er R 16 L ive 7 r Stony Point End of Route for Map 1 35 Boy Scout Landing 535 Little Sucker River W L ATER TR AI O F T A M I N N E S O SCALE IN MILES SCALE IN MILES SCALE IN MILES SCALE IN MILES

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