Take a trip around Lake Superior, the greatest of the Great Lakes.
I’m lucky enough to live on the Keweenaw Peninsula, so started here and went clockwise. Tried to hit most of the renowned rock picking beaches and though the lake was rough most days, found a good bunch of agates at the roadside beaches on the MN north shore and near Grand Marais, MI. Most amazing to me was Split Rock Lighthouse (MN) and the restored keeper’s home, the views from More
We made the trip in 5 days and our favorite spot around the lake was Rossport, Ontario. Jean & Ed Getz, Mendota Heights, MN
We traveled from Big Lake, Minnesota to Bayfield, WI on our first day. The fall colors were just starting and we were able to take in the quaint town of Bayfield including an enjoyable excursion via the ferry to Madeline Island. Innkeeper Jack, was very knowledgeable and gracious at the Pilot House B&B. Big Bay, Michigan was our next stop. We couldn’t resist the opportunity to stay in a working More
We used the Lake Superior Travel Guide and The Ultimate Guide to the Region and we were very pleased, especially the mile-by-mile aspect. We saw lighthouses, waterfalls, Fort William, loved the Amethyst Mine in Thunder Bay and the Soo Locks Campground was excellent. Richard & Gayle Dull & Ellie dog, New Castle CO
Growing up in Wisconsin, we were familiar with much of the Wisconsin and Minnesota portions of the Lake, so we decided to start in the Porcupine Mountains in Michigan and go counter-clockwise and chart new territory. Highlights included Presque Isle State Campground, Lake of the Clouds, Ore Dock Brewery in Marquette, Several Falls in Munising, Pictured Rocks Kayaking Tour, Log Slide Overlook in Grand Marais, Michigan, Lake Superior Brewing Co, More
I highly recommend spending time in Marquette, MI and Thunder Bay Ontario – we enjoyed both places the most and could not believe how quiet the road was, how empty the pristine lakes were and how peaceful the fall trip was! Lydia LaManna, Crystal, MN
We appreciated the calm Wawa Sunset, and loved Kakabeka Falls in Thunder Bay. Mary Kay, Marty & Gwendolyn Krogman, Shoreview MN
We loved the friendliness of people all along our way, and some favorite spots were the Lakewalk area in Thunder Bay, the view of the Sleeping Giant, watching the ships, Mt. McKay in Thunder Bay — our namesake mountain! In Michigan, Brockway Mountain and Copper Harbor. The Lake Superior Travel Guide was an invaluable resource! Don & Connie McKay, Center City, MN
Our favorite part of the trip is a tie — we loved Rossport, ON (especially the Serendipity Garden Cafe) and traversing the Mackinac Bridge. Roger & Betty McKeever, Hermantown, MN
We started September 7th in Duluth and circled counter clockwise. We had been to Bayfield and Ashland before, so we decided to skip them this time and head directly into Michigan. Highlights in Michigan: Cold Iron Brewery in Ironwood. Of the breweries we stopped at during our tour, these guys were the best. Also, we recommend eating at Don & GG’s, which offers both vegetarian and vegan options; hiking the More