Apostle Islands National Lakeshore (U.S. National Park Service)

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Jewels of Lake Superior

Along windswept beaches and cliffs, visitors experience where water meets land and sky, culture meets culture, and past meets present. The 21 islands and 12 miles of mainland host a unique blend of cultural and natural resources. Lighthouses shine over Lake Superior and the new wilderness areas. Visitors can hike, paddle, sail, or cruise to experience these Jewels of Lake Superior.

What's Happening Around the Apostles

Real-Time Wave Information at Meyers Beach sea caves now available. More...

Find out what's going on around the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and surrounding area. Links to current Park related issues and events including: Emergency Response Plan for VHS, News, Mainland Sea Caves, Activities around the Apostle Islands area and

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General Management Plan

NPS Publishes "Short Version" of Final Long-Term Plan for Apostle Islands

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore protects unique resources, islands, forests, wildlife and other natural features, safeguards and interprets the area's cultural history, and provides for public education, appreciation, and the recreational use and enjoyment of these resources.

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Apostle Islands National Lakeshore - Social Networking

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is experimenting with new ways to bring the park experience to visitors. We have just created our official Facebook page. This is an attempt to help you connect with Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and to meet you "where you are at", and "where you expect us to be."

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		Climate Change and Sustainability Learn about how climate change will affect Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands, and some of the the park's efforts to address the issue. more...

Write to

415 Washington Ave
Bayfield, Wisconsin 54814

E-mail Us

Phone

Headquarters Number
(715) 779-3397

To Report Emergency
(715) 779-3398 ext. 100

Fax

(715) 779-3049

Climate

Summer temperatures average 75-80 degrees F. during the day and 55 degrees F. at night. Summer thunderstorms commonly create severe, rapidly changing wind and wave conditions. We recommend visitors bring layers of clothing and rain gear. Sea kayakers should use wet or dry suits. Winter temperatures of -10 degrees F. are not uncommon.
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