• Stockton Island, looking south.

    Apostle Islands

    National Lakeshore Wisconsin

Things To Do

What's there to do in the National Lakeshore?
The Apostle Islands offer outstanding opportunities for active, outdoor enjoyment and recreation. Follow the links for additional information.



Sailing around the Apostles

Sailing around the Apostles

Sailing and Boating
The islands' protected bays, public docks, pristine beaches, and natural beauty offer outstanding boating opportunities. More..

Two tents at Presque Isle

Camping at Stockton Island

Camping
Camping is available on 18 of the lakeshore's 21 islands and at one campsite on the mainland. More...

"AshlandBayExpress" at Quarry Bay

"Ashland Bay Express" at Quarry Bay

Guided Activities

Park staff offer a variety of guided activities from June to September. Check at park visitor centers or bulletin boards for specific times, topics, and locations. More...

hiking on trails

Hiking on trail

Hiking
Hikers can enjoy more than fifty miles of maintained trails on the islands. More...

Hunters hiking the beach

Hunters hiking the beach

Hunting and Trapping
Hunting and trapping is allowed in the national lakeshore. More...

Kayakers at the Mainland Caves

Kayaking at the Mainland Caves

Kayaking
Sea kayaking has become very popular way to travel among the Apostle Islands. More...

Noquebay wheel

Noquebay wheel

Scuba Diving
A free dive permit is required to scuba dive within national lakeshore boundaries. More...

105x150 LSB

Little Sand Bay Beach

Half-Day Trip
Visit the park's mainland areas or take a cruise. More...
150x150 caves kayaker

Kayaker at Mainland Sea Caves

Day Trip
Take a day trip to an island for a lighthouse tour or a walk on the beach.. More...
150x150 OU light

Outer Island Lightstation

Extended Trip
Go island hopping in your boat or sea kayak, or take a cruise to Stockton Island for a camping trip.More...

Did You Know?

Hikers on the beach

Based on a July, 2004 visitor survey, the most common activities that visitors participated in during their visit included sightseeing (80%), walking on beaches (66%), and photography (57%).