Tree-covered red cliffs meet greenish blue water, in a bowl shape.
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Apostle Islands National Lakeshore

WI

A two story white house with a light tower in the middle, reflects the colors of the setting sun.
Sunrise illuminates a long beach near calm water.
A rocky shoreline meets the calm water of a lake at sunset.

Park Alerts (4)

Construction Activity at Little Sand Bay; Boat and Kayak Access Maintained: Construction for the Little Sand Bay Marina Rehabilitation Project begins May 1. The Town of Russell boat launch and the NPS kayak beach will remain open, with short detours around work areas. Expect ...
Ongoing Closure Notices: Devils Island dock and campsites, West Bay Club on Sand Island, and the trail on Stockton Island between Presque Isle Bay and Quarry Bay are closed. These closures affect only a small portion of the L...
Bear Alert: Black bears inhabit many of the Apostle Islands. Follow safety guidelines: store food and scented items properly, hike in groups, stay attentive, and make noises if you encounter a bear in a visitor a...

About Apostle Islands National Lakeshore

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, located at the northern tip of Wisconsin's Bayfield Peninsula, features 21 stunning islands, a scenic 12-mile shoreline along Lake Superior, and is located within the ancestral homeland of the Ojibwe people. Established in 1970, the park showcases picturesque sea caves, sandy beaches, and the largest collection of lighthouses in the National Park system.

Available Activities

Boating
Motorized Boating
Sailing
Boat Tour
Camping
Backcountry Camping
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Group Camping
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Guided Tours
Boat Tour
Hiking
Hunting and Gathering
Hunting
Paddling
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Kayaking
Junior Ranger Program
SCUBA Diving
Snowshoeing
Swimming
Freshwater Swimming
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store
Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Weather

Lake Superior is renowned for its cold temperatures, rough seas, fog, and sudden squalls. Boaters and paddlers should monitor marine weather forecasts and be constantly alert to changing conditions. Average daytime high temperatures range from 60 degrees Fahrenheit in May, to the upper 80s in mid-summer, to the mid-60s in September.

Average lows vary from 40 degrees in May, to the upper 50s in mid-summer, to 50 degrees in September. Average water temperatures in May and June are only in the 40s.

Getting There

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is located in northern Wisconsin along the shores of Lake Superior. The Lakeshore has several entrance points, with much of its area accessible primarily by water.

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Hours

Entire Park

The park is open 24/7 year-round. Visitor centers are open only in summer, with varying hours.

Location

WI

46.9624, -90.6605

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