Superior & Douglas County Official 2017 Travel and Activities Guide

Superior

& Douglas County WISCONSIN OFFICIAL 2017 TRAVEL AND ACTIVITIES GUIDE

Contents

Lake Superior Pages 4-5 Wisconsin Point Map and Information Page 6 Attractions and Entertainment Page 7-8 Tower Avenue and Belknap Page 9 Lodging Pages 10-11 Dining Pages 12-13 Shopping Pages 14-15 Parks and Forests Pages 16-18 Trails Pages 19-21 Camping Pages 22-23 Winter Recreation Pages 24-25 History and Heritage Pages 26-27 Events Pages 28-29 Douglas County Map Page 30 Douglas County Communities Page 31 City of Superior Map Page 32 Photo Credits Page 33 Emergency Contacts Page 34 Visit Our Neighbors Pages 34-35

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Connect With Us Welcome Center Stop by the Superior-Douglas County Welcome Center, located in the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center at 305 Harborview Parkway in Superior. We have visitor guides, brochures, rack cards, maps, and other information on attractions in Superior, Douglas County, Northwestern Wisconsin, and beyond! Our friendly Tourism Information Specialists are ready to help make your trip one to remember!

By mail Superior-Douglas County Welcome Center 305 Harborview Parkway Superior, WI 54880 Superior-Douglas County Chamber/Visitors Bureau 205 Belknap Street Superior, WI 54880

By phone Welcome Center: (715) 392-2773 or (800) 942-5313 Superior-Douglas County Chamber & Visitors Bureau: (715) 394-7716 Online visitdouglascounty.com vacation@superiorchamber.org

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Lake Superior There are fewer freshwater

lakes as beautiful and moving as Lake Superior. One of Douglas County’s finest features, Lake Superior is a source of economic vitality and recreation, and is home to a wide variety of wildlife.

The greatest of the Great Lakes, Lake Superior is the world’s largest freshwater lake by surface area. Lake Superior is so vast that it contains 10 percent of all the Earth’s fresh surface water and as much water as all the other Great Lakes combined.

But Lake Superior is more than just a whole lot of water — it’s a place to enjoy swimming, boating, kayaking, fishing, and outdoor recreation. The beauty, power, 4 | www.visitdouglascounty.com

and vastness of Lake Superior the City of Superior, Barker’s have inspired songwriters, Island Festival Park features a poets, artists, writers, and playground, band shell pavilion, photographers. walking paths, swimming, and Stroll along beaches,experience more. a south shore sunset, wade in the Barker’s Island also has a waters and search for skipping marina complete with a service stones, or just take in the wildlife. center and plenty of amenities.

You’ll understand exactly what we Make Us Your Lake Place This Summer! mean when we say that Lake Superior is an experience for all of your senses.

Barker’s Island Festival Park and Marina Located on Marina Drive in

715-392-7131

barkers-island-marina.com

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Barker’s Island provides easy access to the waters of Superior Bay and the St. Louis River, as well as the many boating opportunities on Lake Superior.

For more information about Barker’s Island Marina, see their ad on page four.

Beaches

Superior and Douglas County are home to beaches on the south shore of Lake Superior.

By far the most popular Lake Superior beach area in Douglas County is Wisconsin Point, just outside of Superior.

See page 6 for a beach map and for more information on enjoying Wisconsin Point.

Boat Launches

The City of Superior has four boat launch facilities located on Superior-Douglas County, WI

the Superior Bay and the St. Belknap Street, and the Parks Louis River: and Recreation office at 1316 • Arrowhead - west end of North 14th Street.

Superior off of Belknap Street For more information on boat • North 21st Street - west end launches please call the Parks of Superior off 21st Street and Recreation hot line at (715) • Barker’s Island - off Highway 395-7299.

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Wisconsin Point

About Wisconsin Point

Wisconsin Point, along with Minnesota Point, make up the largest freshwater sandbar in the world. Wisconsin Point Road is accessible via Moccasin Mike Road off of US Highway 2/53 just on the eastern edge of the City of Superior. The Point is made up of 229 acres with 2 3/4 miles of beach — perfect for walking, swimming, wildlife viewing, photography, and more.

Wisconsin Point

Superior Entry Lighthouse The Superior Entry Lighthouse

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has been on Wisconsin Point since 1913. Though it’s not open for tours, the lighthouse is one of the most highly photographed landmarks in Superior and Douglas County, and is a mustvisit for lighthouse enthusiasts!

Rules and Regulations

Please be sure to follow all rules and regulations to help preserve Wisconsin Point!

• Motor vehicle traffic and parking is prohibited between the hours of 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. on Wisconsin Point Road, including any parking areas, beyond Lot

#1, except during the spring smelt run season as defined by the Parks and Recreation Department.

• Glass beverage containers are prohibited.

• Fires may not be started closer than 10 feet from the nearest plant life.

• Camping is not allowed between the hours of 10:30 p.m. and 5 a.m., except during the spring smelt run.

• Horseback riding is not allowed on Wisconsin Point.

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Attractions & Entertainment

Fairlawn Mansion

906 East Second Street Superior, WI 54880 (715) 394-5712 superiorpublicmuseums.org

info@superiorpublicmuseums.org

Built in 1890 as the family residence of lumber and mining baron Martin Pattison and his wife Grace, Fairlawn Mansion also served as the Superior Children’s Home and Refuge for 42 years. House tours offered year-round. Available for special events. Shop the Carriage House Gift Shop for unique Victorianinspired items.

Please call or visit website for current hours.

NorthShore SUP

200 Marina Drive Barker’s Island Superior, WI 54880 (218) 343-1308 duluthsup.com heather@duluthsup.com

Stand up paddle-boarding!

Come paddle the island!

Convenient, accessible, and affordable. $15 hourly rate all summer long. Daytime and evening hours, intro classes, rentals, guided trips, SUP yoga, parties, river trips, sunset paddles, full moon paddles and more! Check our schedule online and at facebook.com/duluthsup.

See you on the water!

10 am - 8 pm Thurs.- Sun. Noon - 5 pm Mon. - Wed.

Old Firehouse & Police Museum 402 23rd Avenue East Superior, WI 54880 (715) 394-5712 superiorpublicmuseums.org

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The 1898 Firehouse, originally home to five horse-drawn fire rigs, now houses vintage firefighting equipment, the history of the Superior Police Department, and the Police & Fire Hall of Fame, which honors Wisconsin police officers and firefighters for outstanding acts of bravery and community service.

Open Seasonally. Always free admission.

Please call or visit website for current hours.

Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center 305 Harborview Parkway Superior, WI 54880 (715) 392-7151 bvhcenter.org

300 Marina Drive Barker’s Island Superior, WI 54880 (715) 392-5712 superiorpublicmuseums.org

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Built in Superior, Wisconsin, in 1896 by local inventor Captain Alexander McDougall, Meteor is the last surviving example of McDougall’s innovative ships, known as “whalebacks” because their cigar-shaped steel hulls rode low in the water when loaded.

Tour the ship from engine room to pilot house. Open mid-May through mid-October.

Please call or visit website for current hours.

SUPERIOR-DOUGLAS COUNTY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITORS BUREAU MEMBERS Amsoil Speedway 4700 Tower Avenue, Superior (218) 349-7367

director@bvhcenter.org

Named for America’s Ace of Aces, Major Richard I. Bong. The Center honors veterans of WWII and later conflicts. Exhibiting a restored P-38 fighter. Admission charged. Every Friday at 9 am, “The Flag of Remembrance”, an American Legion Post 435 program, honors the life and memory of a deceased veteran by flying the veteran’s flag for one week over the center. Groups & Motorcoach travel welcome.

Please call or visit website for current hours.

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SS Meteor Historic Whaleback Ship

Barker’s Island Marina Sailboats Inc. 250 Marina Drive, Superior (715) 392-7131 Black Bear Casino Resort 1789 Hwy 210, Carlton (888) 771-0777 Brule River Canoe & Kayak 13869 E. US Hwy 2, Brule (715) 372-4983 Douglas County Historical Society 1101 John Avenue, Superior (715) 392-8449

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Duluth-Superior Symphony Orchestra 130 West Superior Street, Ste. LL2 (218) 623-DSSO (3776) Fond-du-Luth Casino 129 E. Superior Street, Duluth (218) 720-5100 Glensheen 3300 London Road, Duluth 218-726-8910 Harrington ARTS Center/A World of Accordions Museum 1401 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 395-2787 KDK Charter Services 451 Marina Drive, Superior (218) 724-1264 Lake Superior Zoological Society 7210 Fremont Street, Duluth (218) 730-4500

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Lucius Woods Performing Arts Center 9245 E Main St, Solon Springs (715) 378-4272

TK’s Charter Service 2335 Maryland Avenue, Superior (218) 343-7270

Nemadji Golf Club & Grill 5 North 58th Street East, Superior (715) 394-0266

Vista Fleet (Harbor Cruise) 323 Harbor Drive, Duluth (218) 722-6218

Pattison/Amnicon Falls State Parks 6294 South State Road 35, Superior (715) 399-3111/(715) 398-3000

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Poplar Golf Course 9548 East Golf Course Road, Poplar (715) 364-2689

906 East 2nd Street, Superior (715) 394-5712

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Tower Avenue & Belknap Street Every town and city has its so-to-speak “yellow brick road.�

For Superior, Tower Avenue and Belknap Street are just that.

After a reconstruction project was completed in 2014, Tower Avenue has brought the buzz,

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life, and energy back to downtown Superior.

Since the street received quite the makeover, you will find unique shops, fun restaurants, lively taverns, and more along this pedestrian and bike-friendly

roadway.

Belknap Street will receive its own face lift beginning in Spring 2017 with construction scheduled for completion by Fall of 2018.

Learn more about shopping opportunities on page 14.

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Lodging

Androy Hotel

Black Bear Casino Resort

1213 Tower Avenue Superior, WI 54880 (715) 394-7731 androyhotel.com Guest Rooms: 45 Rate Range Double Occupancy: $39-85

1785 Highway 210 Carlton, MN 55718 (218) 878-2327 (888) 771-0777 blackbearcasinoresort.com

Guest Rooms: 408 Rate Range Double Occupancy: $74-160

Heartwood Conference Center & Retreat N10884 Hoinville Road Trego, WI 54888 (800) 577-4848 heartwoodcc.com

Guest Rooms: 68 Rate Range Double Occupancy: $139-219

See our ad on page 35.

Barkers Island Inn & Conference Center 300 Marina Drive Superior, WI 54880 (715) 392-7152 barkersislandinn.com

Hampton Inn

Guest Rooms: 111 Rate Range Double Occupancy: $94-259 See our ad on page 2.

310 Canal Park Drive, Duluth (218) 720-3000 (800) 426-7866 hampton.com/hi/duluth Guest Rooms: 103 Rate Range Double Occupancy: $99-299 See our ad on page 2.

SUPERIOR-DOUGLAS COUNTY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITORS BUREAU MEMBERS Amnicon Acres Campground & RV Park 4505 East Tri Lakes Road, Superior (715) 399-8443 Androy Hotel 1213 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 394-7731 Barkers Island Inn & Conference Center 300 Marina Drive, Superior (715) 392-7152

Lodging Legend Continental Breakfast

In-Room Whirlpool

Indoor Pool Whirlpool/ Sauna

Pay-Per-View Room Service

Fax Service

Handicap Access

Meeting Room

Game Room

Fitness Room

Credit Cards

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Courtesy Van Internet Access/Wi-Fi

Packages/ Specials Pets Allowed

Suites Restaurants

Snow Trail Access ATV Trail Access

Lounge Truck/RV Parking

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Best Western Bridgeview 415 Hammond Avenue, Superior (715) 392-8174 Black Bear Casino Resort 1789 Hwy 210, Carlton (888) 771-0777 Brule River Motel 13844 E Hwy 2, Brule (715) 372-4815 Econo Lodge near Mill Hill Mall 4197 Haines Road, Duluth (218) 722-5522 Hampton Inn 310 Canal Park Drive, Duluth (218) 720-3000 Heartwood Conference Center & Retreat N10884 Hoinville Road, Trego (800) 577-4848 or (715) 466-6300 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 303 2nd Avenue East, Superior (715) 392-3444

Minnesuing Acres 8084 Minnesuing Acres Drive, Lake Nebagamon (715) 374-2262 Northland Camping & RV Park 6377 East State Road 13, South Range (715) 398-3327 Pattison/Amnicon Falls State Parks 6294 South State Road 35, Superior (715) 399-3111

Super 8 Motel of Superior 4901 East 2nd Street, Superior (715) 398-7686 Superior Inn 525 Hammond Avenue, Superior (800) 777-8599 Swanson’s Motel, Campground & Cabins 11829 S. Business 53, Solon Springs (715) 378-2215

Residence Inn by Marriott Duluth 517 West Central Entrance, Duluth (218) 279-2885 Signature Inn 1405 Susquehanna Avenue, Superior (715) 392-7600 South Pier Inn 701 Lake Avenue South, Duluth (218) 786-9007 St. Croix Inn 11390 S. 5th, Solon Springs (715) 378-4444

Check Lodging Availability!

During busy times of year, it’s not uncommon for hotels in Superior to have rate fluctuations or be completely booked! Be sure to call ahead to make reservations whenever possible.

The Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce has a handy lodging availability calendar on our website. This calendar is updated weekly.

Visit superiorchamber.org for a link to the Superior-Douglas County area lodging availability calendar under the “Visit” tab.

For questions about area lodging, please call the Superior-Douglas County Welcome Center at (715) 392-2773 or (800) 942-5313.

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Dining A&W

Open daily year round! Stop by and enjoy a frosty mug of A & W Root Beer and all-American “Drive-In” foods like Papa Burgers, Coney Cheese Dogs, French Fries, Onion Rings, Root Beer Floats, Shakes, and Malts.

Dine-In, carry-out, or traditional car-side service available.

great selection of rotating tap, bottled beer, hand crafted cocktails, martinis, and fine wine. Tapas-style dining is offered in our beautifully redesigned area located in the former Superior, Wisconsin’s Old City Hall. An ideal place for people to meet, share food, and conversation.

Call or visit website for current hours.

Call or visit website for current hours.

Barkers Waterfront Grille

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701 Belknap Street Superior, WI 54880 (715) 392-6125 awfamilyrestaurant.com

300 Marina Drive Superior, WI 54880 (715) 392-7152 barkersislandinn.com info@barkersislandinn.com

The tranquil atmosphere and excellent food is well worth a visit. While dining, you will enjoy a beautiful view of Barker’s Island Marina on Lake Superior. Local specialties feature fresh Lake Superior white fish and lake trout.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Friday Fish Fry. Call or visit website for current hours.

Spirit Room

1323 Broadway Street, Superior, WI 54880 (715) 817-4775 spirit-room.com Spirit Room is the unique food and drink venue offering a 12 | www.visitdouglascounty.com

Buffet at the Bear, Seven Fires Steakhouse - Black Bear Casino Resort 1789 Hwy 210, Carlton (888) 771-0777 Burger King Superior 724 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-9555 Cedar Lodge Steakhouse & Grille 3760 Cty Hwy N, Barnes (715) 795-2223

7 West Taphouse 1319 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 718-0386

China Inn 15 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-3434

A & W Restaurant 701 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-6125

Dunkin’ Donuts 3110 Tower Avenue, Superior 715-718-2200

A Dozen Excuses & More 1112 Tower Avenue, Superior (218) 409-2525

Dreamland Supper Club 4368 S. Cty Road E, South Range (715) 398-3706

Aces on 29th 2827 Oakes Avenue, Superior (715) 392-2546

Eddie’s World Famous Ribs 5221 East 4th Street, Superior (715) 398-0191

Aroma’s 11436 E. US Hwy 2, Maple (715) 363-2030

Epic Restaurant & Lounge 3223 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 718-5677

Barkers Waterfront Grille 300 Marina Drive, Superior (715) 392-7152

Erbert & Gerbert’s 1325 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-5305

Big Apple Bagels 1224 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 718-0051

The Clubhouse - Gordon Pines Golf Course 6809 E Fire Hill Road, Gordon (715) 376-4653

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Grizzly’s Wood Fired Grill 3405 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-5210

McDonald’s Restaurant 2026 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-5727

Gronk’s Grill & Bar 4909 E. 2nd Street, Superior (715) 398-0333

McDonald’s Restaurant East End 2115 East 2nd Street, Superior (715) 398-5422

Hammond Steak House 1402 North 5th Street, Superior (715) 392-3269

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 103 East 2nd Street, Superior (715) 392-8544

Jimmy John’s 823 Belknap Street, Ste. 101, Superior (715) 395-4669

Red Mug Coffeehouse 916 Hammond Avenue, Superior (715) 392-2662

Keyport Liquor, Restaurant & Lounge 1900 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-3377

Sclavi’s Italian Restaurant & Bar 1106 Tower Ave, Superior (715) 531-5600

Kro Bar & Grill 13920 East US Hwy 2, Brule (715) 372-4876 Little Caesars Pizza 114 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 718-0577

The Shack 3301 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-9836 Shamrock Bar & Pizza 5825 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 394-9321

Spirit Room 1323 Broadway St., Ct. 100, Superior 715-817-4775 Super One Foods 1515 Oakes Avenue, Superior (715) 392-6218 Superior Dairy Queen 3100 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-6654 Sweeden Sweets 601 Tower Ave, Superior 715-718-0713 Tavern 105 1811 Central Avenue, Superior (715) 718-2650 Vintage Italian Pizza 1201 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-5555

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Shopping SUPERIOR-DOUGLAS COUNTY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITORS BUREAU MEMBERS Advance Auto Parts 2002 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 718-6032 Art on the Planet 1413 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 969-8213 Belknap Liquor & Lounge 130 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 394-3616 Belknap Plaza 130 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 394-3616 Blaine Business Center 823 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 395-6118 Campbell Lumber 3107 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 394-7721 Carlson’s Floor Center Inc. 2032 East 5th Street, Superior (715) 398-6503

Dan’s Feed Bin, Inc 806 Hammond Avenue, Superior (715) 394-6639

Mac Sport and Marine 1525 Broadway Street, Superior (715) 718-2700

Earth Exchange 1713 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-0620

Nemadji Golf Club - Pro Shop 5 North 58th Street, Superior (715) 394-0266

Globe News 1430 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-2090

Northwest Outlet 1814 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-9838

Hammond Steak House & Liquor Store 1402 North 5th Street, Superior (715) 392-3269

Nummi Jewelers, LLC 1120 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-3470

Harnstrom Sales & Repairs 6753 South Cty Road P, Lake Nebagamon (715) 374-2403 Interstate All Battery Center 426 John Avenue, Superior (715) 392-3710 Junk & Disorderly 6004 Tower Avenue, Superior (218) 590-8577 Keyport Liquor, Restaurant & Lounge 1900 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-3377

Oulu Glass LLC 1695 W. Colby Road, Brule (715) 372-4160 Play It Again Sports 124 Belknap Street, #102, Superior (715) 392-3700 Posh Affair Boutique 1705 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-3017 Prime Appliance 2817 Banks Avenue, Superior (715) 395-5715 Screen Graphics 1328 Oakes Avenue, Superior (715) 394-2067

La Peinado Salon

Welcome to

L a Peinado Salon and Day Spa was founded in 1985 and has

served the community as the ORIGINAL FULL SERVICE SALON in the area. Check out our website and download our service menu at www.lapeinado.com for a complete list of the services and products we offer.

It is with anticipation and excitement we look forward to serving you!

-Lila J. Hickok, CEO & Founder

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Hair, Nail & Skin Care

2802 Tower Ave. / Superior WI www.lapeinadosalon.com 715-392-9214

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Sears Hometown Store 69 North 28th Street, #400, Superior (715) 392-4400 Shabby Shed 6101 Tower Avenue, Superior 218-590-8577 The Shack Liquor 3303 Belknap Street, Superior (715) 392-8335 Shannon’s Stained Glassery 5904 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-6009 Sterling Silver Studio, LLC 69 North 28th Street, Suite 1A, Superior (715) 394-4660

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Superior Glass Inc. 823 Belknap Street, Suite 110, Superior (715) 394-5588 Sweeden Sweets 601 Tower Avenue, Superior 715-718-0713 Trends Day Spa & Salon 823 Belknap Street, Ste. 119, Superior (715) 398-5868 Walmart Store 3705 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-6060 White Winter Winery 68323 Lea Street, Iron River (715) 372-5656

Wine Beginnings 1413 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 392-8466

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Parks and Forests STATE PARKS AND FORESTS

Amnicon Falls State Park 4279 County Highway U South Range, WI 54874 (715) 398-3000 dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/ amnicon/

One visit to Amnicon Falls State Park and you’ll immediately understand why this magical park was voted Wisconsin’s “State Park Treasure” in a 2014 Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Facebook contest.

Between tumbling waterfalls, meandering trails, and the Horton Covered Bridge, Amnicon Falls State Park is a must-stop for anyone visiting Douglas County.

Lake Superior Magazine awarded the park with the distinction of “Best Waterfall” in Wisconsin, and TravelWisconsin. com says it has some of the best hiking trails of Wisconsin’s “State Park Hidden Gems.” The park features places to picnic, camp, and hike.

Pattison State Park

6294 South State Road 35 Superior, WI 54880 (715) 399-3111 dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/ pattison/ If you’re on the search for waterfalls, Pattison State Park will surely deliver! The park features Wisconsin’s highest waterfalls, and the 165-foot-tall Big Manitou Falls is the fourth-highest waterfall east of the Rocky 16 | www.visitdouglascounty.com

Mountains. TravelWisconsin.com lists Pattison State Park (along with Amnicon Falls State Park) in the “Five Top Spots for Wisconsin Waterfalls.” Pattison State Park also features nine miles of trails, camping, a lake with beach, and a nature center.

Brule River State Forest

6250 South Ranger Road Brule, WI 54820 (715) 372-5678 dnr.wi.gov/topic/StateForests/ bruleRiver/ The Brule River State Forest encompasses the Bois Brule River, and is about 30 miles north to south. Aside from the spectacular fishing, kayaking, and canoeing opportunities on the Brule River, within the forest you will find multi-use trails, camping and backpacking opportunities, an archery trail/course, horseback riding trails, and picnic areas with tables and grills.

COUNTY PARKS Douglas County Wildlife Area

13028 South Bird Road Gordon, WI 54838 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org More than 4,000 acres of brush prairie habitat make up the Douglas County Wildlife Area, which is more commonly known as the “Bird Sanctuary.” Open fields dotted with wildflowers make for spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities. The

Douglas County Wildlife Area contains 14 miles of designated horseback riding trails and stable facilities.

Anna Gene County Park

6100 East Lyman Lake Road Oakland, WI 54874 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org This 256-acre park is located just 20 miles south of Superior in the Town of Oakland. The park is located on Lyman Lake and features a swimming beach, picnic area, playground, boat ramp, dock, trails, and restrooms.

Bass Lake County Park 11869 Bass Lake Road Solon Springs, WI 54873 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org

This small two-acre park is located in the Town of Solon Springs and features a swimming beach, picnic area with tables and grills, fishing opportunities, and newer vaulted restrooms.

Long Lake County Park 9909 Fire Lane Road Solon Springs, WI 54873 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org

Long Lake County Park is three-acres in size and located in the Town of Solon Springs.

The park features a picnic area, fishing, and swimming. There are newer vaulted restrooms.

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Lake Minnesuing County Park

7837 South County Highway P Bennett, WI 54849 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org Located on the north side of the beautiful Lake Minnesuing, this 30-acre park has a swimming beach, nicely shaded picnic area, and restrooms. A boat launch is located about 1/4 mile west of the park.

Park Creek Pond

9182 East Hughes Avenue Solon Springs, WI 54873 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org Park Creek Pond is an 11-acre area designated as a children’s fishing area, meaning children Superior-Douglas County, WI

under the age of 14 may use this occasionally stocked pond.

Mooney Dam County Park 14293 South Fowlers Circle Gordon, WI 54838 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org

A boat launch with excellent fishing opportunities, camping, picnic and grill areas, and newer vault toilets are all located at Mooney Dam County Park on Lower Eau Claire Lake in Gordon.

Gordon Dam County Park 7201 East County Highway Y Gordon, WI 54838 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org With 33 campsites and opportunities for picnicking,

boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife viewing, and fishing, Gordon Dam County Park’s location on the St. Croix Flowage offers a slew of amenities. A fish cleaning house, canoe and boat launch, playground, newer vault toilets, and picnic sites with grills round out this park.

Lucius Woods County Park

9231 East Marion Avenue Solon Springs, WI 54873 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org Lucius Woods County Park features camping, hiking trails, a playground, picnic areas, and even an open-air performing arts amphitheater. See page 8 for more information on the Lucius Woods Performing Arts Center.

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SUPERIOR PARKS AND FORESTS

Superior Municipal Forest North 28th Street and Wyoming Avenue Superior, WI 54880 (715) 395-7299 ci.superior.wi.us

At 4,400 acres of forest and natural habitat, the Superior Municipal Forest is the thirdlargest forest within a city in the nation. This forest of white and red pine, balsam, cedar, black spruce, white birch, and aspen makes for great hiking, mountain biking, archery, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, paddling, horseback riding, and more. The Superior Municipal Forest is also home to the Millennium Trail.

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Billings Park

15 Billings Drive Superior, WI 54880 715-395-7270 ci.superior.wi.us Billings Park features grills, horseshoe pits, picnic areas, playgrounds, indoor restrooms, tables and volleyball. The site also features the Japanese Friendship Garden, a site meant to symbolize the heart of the friendship between Superior and its sister city, Ami-Machi, Japan.

Central Park

717 6th Avenue East Superior, WI 54880 (715) 395-7270 ci.superior.wi.us

the lightly wooded park, which contains two pavilion areas, playground, and walking paths.

Heritage Park

2828 Hammond Avenue Superior, WI 54880 715-395-7270 ci.superior.wi.us Heritage Park features a pavilion, picnic tables, playground, and is home to Superior’s Sake Park. The gates to the skate park automatically close at 10:00 p.m.

For a full list of Superior’s City Parks and their addresses, please visit bit.ly/ SuperiorCityParks

Central Park features a sixhole disc golf course. Faxon Creek runs through the center of

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Trails

Amnicon Falls State HIKING AND WALKING TRAILS Park Historic Old Bayfield Road

Length: 2.25 miles.

Location: Three miles north of Highway 2 on Clevedon Road in the Brule River State Forest.

The trail travels eastward down a hill past former copper mine sites, and then climbs a scenic ridge to pass near the Clevedon fire tower. The trail then continues south and loops back to the parking lot.

North Country National Scenic Trail

Length: 40 miles.

Location: Runs from Gordon Dam County Park through the Brule River State Forest The entire trail stretches 4,600 miles from North Dakota to New York and is the longest hiking path in the United States. The trail passes in the footsteps of native people and fur traders as it crosses the historic BruleSt. Croix Portage. Camping opportunities are available. Trail Type: Out and back trail.

Wisconsin Point

Length: 3 miles.

Location: See page six.

The Point contains stands of old growth pine, beach dune communities, and marsh open water habitats creating one of the best migratory bird areas in May and September at this intersection of marsh, lake, and woodland.

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• Big Manitou Falls River Trail

This moderately steep wooded

• Thimbleberry Nature Trail trail leads 0.75 miles downhill The 0.8-mile Thimbleberry Nature Trail is the place to observe a variety of trees, flowers, non-flowering plants, birds, and animals. A side spur leads to a pond, which once was a brownstone quarry. A booklet keyed to numbered signposts tells more about the things you’ll see. The trail also provides views of the flat part of the river as well as easy access to the river bed about 0.2 miles downstream from the falls.

• Trails Around the Falls

The most popular trail to view the falls is the 0.25 mile trail on the island. This trail gives you viewing access to the three main falls: Upper, Lower, and Snake Pit. It also provides viewing opportunities to other smaller waterfalls and pools. An additional 0.5 miles of trail goes up and down the river to view many other pools and cascades.

Pattison State Park • Big Manitou Falls Overlooks

A pedestrian tunnel takes you from the park’s main picnic area under Highway 35 to short trails that give you many views of Big Manitou Falls from both sides of the river. This trail is 0.5 miles long. A self-guiding booklet is available to help you discover more about the geology and history of the falls as you hike.

to the Black River, 0.25 miles downstream of Big Manitou Falls.

At the river, the adjacent cliffs give a pronounced view of the Douglas Fault.

• Beaver Slide Nature Trail

This 2-mile trail circles Interfalls Lake. Discover the plants and animals that thrive in the boreal forest.

• Little Manitou Falls Trail

This trail continues from Beaver Slide Nature Trail south along the Black River.

• Logging Camp Trail

This 4.7-mile trail explores the upland hardwood forest and lowland boreal forest, with glimpses of the Black River from overlooks. A spur trail from the Logging Camp Trail leads to three backpack campsites.

HORSEBACK RIDING TRAILS

Brule River State Forest

Length: 14 miles.

Location: 6250 S. Ranger Road, Brule Horseback riders can enjoy miles of trails within the Brule River State Forest, including the Brule-St. Croix Snowmobile Trail, hunter walking trails, and numerous back roads.

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Douglas County Wildlife Area/County Forest

Length: 14 miles Location: Off Highway 53, three miles south of Solon Springs The designated horse trails travel through a gently rolling prairie landscape. Corrals and stables are available for public rental. Additionally, all forest roads and trails that are open for motorized use are open for horseback riding.

Saunders State Trail

Length: 8 miles.

Location: South of Superior on County Highway C The trail begins near the town of Saunders and passes through several communities.

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groomed or surfaced and may be rough or soft in many sections.

Riders must share the trail with motorized vehicles.

Tri-County Recreational Corridor (Ashland and Douglas Counties)

Parking: 28th/Wyoming Avenue 10 foot wide paved trail that meanders through the Superior Municipal Forest. Trail difficulty: Easy. Type: Out and back trail.

Osaugie Trail

Length: 60 miles.

Location: Multi-use trail parallels Highway 2 and stretches from Superior to Ashland.

The Tri-County Corridor is an abandoned rail bed trail of pea-sized limestone gravel.

Users must share the trail with motorized vehicles.

Length: 5.2 miles.

Parking: Welcome Center Parking Lot Asphalt paved trail along Superior Bay towards the Intersection of Highway 2/53 on the East side of Superior to Moccasin Mike Road. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Trail Type: Out and back trail.

MULTI-USE PAVED TRAILS

MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAILS

Length: 1.6 miles out and back.

Length: 5+ miles.

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Location: 3125 S. Mont Du Lac Road, Superior Various single-track mountain bike courses consisting of leg burning climbs and screaming descents. Enjoy gorgeous views of Jay Cook State Park and the St. Louis River Valley.

Trail Difficulty: Intermediate to advanced. Trail Type: Single track loops. Fees Apply.

Pokegama Trail

Length: 6 miles.

Obstacle-ridden trail in the Superior Municipal Forest. Trail Difficulty: Intermediate. Trail Type: Single-track.

Wild Rivers Trail (Douglas, Barron, and Washburn Counties)

Length: 104 miles (total).

A well maintained, highwaygrade compacted gravel and railroad ballast trail that stretches into three counties. The trail is rich in natural resources and wildlife habitat. Trail Difficulty:

Easy. Trail Type: Gravel (former railroad grade). Riders must share the trail with motorized vehicles.

ATV TRAILS

than 45 miles of OHM trails in Minnesota’s Nemadji State Forest. Go to douglascounty. org for more information.

Douglas County is home to more than 100 miles of maintained summer ATV trails.

There are also motorized use trails within the City of Superior.

Main corridor trails include the Tri-County Corridor, Gandy Dancer State Trail, Saunders State Trail, and Wild Rivers State Trail. For a detailed ATV trail map, please call our Welcome Center at (800) 942-5313.

OFF HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLE TRAILS

For fun on two wheels, Douglas County has more than five miles of single track off-highway motorcycle trails.

These trails connect to more

SNOWMOBILE TRAILS

More than 300 miles of groomed snowmobile trails reach all areas of Douglas County. You will even find trails within the city limits of Superior. Main corridor trails include the Tri-County Corridor, Gandy Dancer State Trail, Saunders State Trail, and Wild Rivers State Trail.

Douglas County is connected to an extensive, well maintained system of thousands of miles of snowmobile trails throughout northwestern Wisconsin. For a Northwestern Wisconsin ATV & Snowmobile Corridor Map, please call (800) 942-5313.

For more information on snowmobiling in Douglas County, please see page 24.

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Camping Amnicon Falls State Park

4279 South County Highway U South Range, WI 54874 (715) 398-3000 dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/ amnicon/ Number of camp sites: 26 Price range: $16-21 Covered bridge leading to island surrounded by rapids and waterfalls. Hiking and snowshoe trails.

Bois Brule Campground

6250 Ranger Road Brule, WI 54820 (715) 372-5678 dnr.wi.gov/topic/StateForests/ bruleRiver/camping.html Number of camp sites: 22 Price range: $16-21 Located one mile south of Highway 2 in the Brule River State Forest. Pull-in and walk-in sites available. Water by hand pump and vault toilets.

Copper Range Campground 13804 Park Road

Brule, WI 54820 (715) 372-5678 dnr.wi.gov/topic/StateForests/ bruleRiver/camping.html Number of camp sites: 15 Price range: $20-35 Reach this campground by traveling 4.5 miles north of Highway 2 on County Highway H, then west on Park Road. Canoe landing, hand pump, and vault toilet available.

Gordon Dam County Park 7201 East County Highway Y Gordon, WI 54838 (715) 378-2219 Number of sites: 33 Price Range: $15-18 Wildlife watching area, water by hand pump, public boat launch.

Lucius Woods County Park

9231 East Marion Avenue Solon Springs, WI 54873 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org Number of sites: 24 Price range: $15-18 Home of the Lucius Woods Performing Arts Center with live concerts, a beach, and pavilion for rent.

Mooney Dam County Park 14293 South Fowlers Circle Gordon, WI 54838 (715) 378-2219 douglascountywi.org Number of sites: 11 Price range: $10 Working dam, fishing, boating.

Water by hand pump and public boat launch.

Camping Legend Boat Landing

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Northland Camping and RV Park

6377 State Highway 13 South Range, WI 54874 (715) 398-3327 northlandcamprv.com Number of sites: 65 Price range: $34 Heated pool, hot tub, sauna, laundry. All full hook-ups, 50 pull throughs, big rigs welcome.

Pattison State Park

6294 South State Road 35 Superior, WI 54880 (715) 399-3111 dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/ pattison/ Number of sites: 59 Price range: $18-33 Superior-Douglas County, WI

Tallest waterfall in Wisconsin, backpack sites, beach, nature center, skiing, naturalist programs.

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Winter Recreation CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

the park maintains three trail loops for cross-country skiing.

Trail difficulty levels range from beginner to moderate. The loops begin at the campground.

West of Brule on the Afterhours Road, just south of US Highway 2 (715) 392-5678 dnr.wi.gov/topic/StateForests/ bruleRiver/ Length: 25 km.

Afterhours Ski Trail includes an extensive network of some of the region’s finest and best maintained cross-country ski trails for both classical and skate skiing. Various loops provide a variety of terrain suitable for both beginning skiers and those with advanced skills.

• Red loop, 2 miles: This beginner-rated trail can be accessed from the ski trail parking lot in the southwest end of the outside campground loop and offers the flattest terrain.

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• Orange loop, 5.5 miles: This is the most advanced trail and follows the blue loop for most of the way with a small loop that goes past the ski trail shelter. The trail can be accessed from the ski trail parking lot in the southwest end of the outside campground loop and offers several hills.

Brule River State Forest Afterhours Trail

Length: 10+ miles, four loops.

Trail Difficulty: Easy.

Douglas County grooms and maintains more than 10 miles (17 km) of cross-country ski trails between the Towns of Solon Springs and Gordon just off Highway 53. Trails are groomed during the winter season for classic track skiing.

Superior Municipal Forest

Length: 22+ miles, eight loops.

Trails are tracked and groomed for both skate and classic skiing.

Difficulty: Beginner to advanced.

Pattison State Park

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• Blue loop, 4.5 miles: This trail is more advanced and follows the Black River. It will take you past an old Martin Pattison logging camp site situated along the Black River near Little Manitou Falls. The trail can be accessed from the ski trail parking lot in the southwest end of the outside campground loop and offers several hills.

SNOWSHOEING

Amnicon Falls State Park

Length: 1.5 miles.

Trail Type: loop.

Trail doesn’t have access to the river but provides a convenient way to enjoy some of the remote areas of the park in winter. The trail is fairly flat with some steeper segments in and out of the ancient river valley.

Historic Bayfield Road Trail

Length: 2.25 miles.

This Brule River State Forest trail is historically significant.

Along this route the first road between Superior and Bayfield was built in 1870. It was then used to transport freight, mail, and passengers until it was replaced by the railroad in 1885.

Pattison State Park

Pattison State Park has a number of informal trails available for snowshoeing in the winter.

SNOWMOBILING

One of the best ways to see Douglas County is from the back of a sled! We are home to more than 300 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. Trails are well maintained and kept in great condition, and you will find many trailside dining and lodging options that welcome snowmobile enthusiasts with open arms.

Douglas County is connected to neighboring counties via corridor trails, including the Gandy Dancer State Trail, Saunders State Trail, Wild Rivers State Trail, and TriCounty Corridor.

Northwest Wisconsin is an interconnected series of trails and corridors — perfect for those who want to embark on a long winter snowmobile adventure!

Gandy Dancer State Trail Northern Segment In total, the Gandy Dancer State Trail is 98 miles long and crosses into Minnesota. About 15 miles of the trail run through

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the northern segment of Douglas County. The trail meets up with the Saunders State Trail just south of Superior. The trail is also open to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing but is not groomed for these activities.

Saunders State Trail

than 100 miles long and runs through Douglas, Barron, and Washburn Counties. Like the Gandy Dancer and Saunders State Trails, the Wild Rivers State Trail is open to ATVs year-round, as well as other recreational opportunities.

This trail starts near the intersection of State Highway 35 and County Highway C just south of Superior and passes through eight miles of Douglas County before crossing into Minnesota.

ATVs are allowed on the trail year-round. The trail is also open to cross-country skiers and snowshoers, but is not groomed for these activities.

Tri-County Corridor

Wild Rivers State Trail

Planning Ahead

An integral piece of Northwest Wisconsin’s interconnected snowmobile trail network, The Wild Rivers State Trail is more Superior-Douglas County, WI

This trail is your connection from Superior to the City of Ashland. The trail runs on more than 60 miles of improved railroad grade and parallels US Highway 2. The trail passes through forested areas, but is not on state forest property.

map, please call the SuperiorDouglas County Welcome Center at (800) 942-5313 or (715) 3922773.

Trail conditions can change rapidly, so be sure to go to visitdouglascounty.com to check the latest recreation reports, or call the 24/7 Douglas County Trail Hotline at (715) 378-4528.

Be sure to research area conditions, rules, and regulations before hitting the trails for a safe and happy trip!

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History and Heritage From the early Native Americans to a history bustling with shipping and industry — like the history of northern Wisconsin, Douglas County’s heritage is a mosaic of culture, history, nature, and industry.

The first-known inhabitants of Douglas County were Mound Builders, an advanced group of people that mined copper in the Minong Range and at Manitou Falls on the Black River.

In 1618, Stephen Brule’, a French voyager for Champlain, coasted along the south shore of Lake Superior and the Ojibwa people. In 1632, Champlain’s map appeared showing “Lac Superior de Tracy” as Lake Superior and the lower end shore as “Fond du Lac.” Soon after, fur trading companies established settlements. For more than a century, the Hudson Bay Company, the Northwestern Fur Company, and the John Jacob Aster Fur Company maintained trading posts with the Native Americans.

Soon, the entire Wisconsin Territory grew with a steady influx of immigrants from England, Scandinavia, Ireland, and Germany.

In 1848, Wisconsin became the 30th state to join the Union.

Helping to spur the growth of northern Wisconsin, Douglas County lies on one of the major water highways used by early travelers

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and voyagers of inland America. This largest city, Superior, and money water trail, the Bois Brule-St. Croix was pumped into the city’s shipping River Portage Trail, was the most and railway industries. That pride convenient connecting link between continues even today.

Lake Superior and the Mississippi We have many attractions that River. pay homage to our rich history. For Spurred by the prospect of a historical attractions in Superior and lucrative shipping and iron ore Douglas County, see page 7. industry, businessmen from Chicago and St. Paul laid claim to the Superior site and plans began for the plotting of a great city. Immediately there was eagerness for a railroad from Lake Superior to the Pacific Coast. This was later realized with construction of the Northern Pacific, and the dream of a rail and water highway from coast to coast was born.

In 1889, the booming settlement at the Head of the Lakes would soon be named the county seat for Fairlawn Mansion Buy one Wisconsin’s fourth906 E. 2nd St. largest county. Named admission, S.S. Meteor for Senator Stephen Barker’s Island receive the second A. Douglas of Illinois, Old Firehouse for 1/2 price famed opponent of & Police Museum Abraham Lincoln, 402 23rd Ave. E. Good through December 30, 2017.

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Douglas County 715-394-5712 www.superiorpublicmuseums.org would hold pride in its

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Events Spring

Gitchee Gumee Brewfest April 8, 2017 Wessman Arena, Superior ggbrewfest.com Homegrown Music Festival: Superior Night May 4, 2017 Various locations duluthhomegrown.org

Summer

Amsoil Superior Speedway Friday Nights, May - August Amsoil Speedway, Superior amsoilspeedway.com Barker’s Island Farmer’s Market Saturdays, June - October Barker’s Island, Superior facebook.com/ barkersislandfarmersmarket Bayside Sounds June - August Barker’s Island, Superior ci.superior.wi.us/215/BaysideSounds-Concerts Superior Downtown Farmers Market Wednesdays, June - October 13th and Oakes Avenue, Superior superiorbid.com

Gordon Good Neighbor Days June 30 - July 2, 2017 Throughout Gordon gordonwi.us.com A Superior Fourth of July July 4, 2017 Throughout Superior superior4thjuly.com Bike Northwoods Tour July 8 - 14, 2017 Superior to Bayfield and back bikewisconsin.com Head of the Lakes Fair July 11 - 16, 2017 Head of the Lakes Fairgrounds, Superior holfair.com Fairlawn Mansion Ice Cream Social July 19, 2017 Fairlawn Mansion, Superior superiorpublicmuseums.org Lake Superior Day July 16, 2017 Barker’s Island,Superior facebook.com/lakesuperiordays South End Days July 21 & 22, 2017 South Tower, Superior facebook.com/SouthEndDays/

Lucius Woods Performing Arts Center July - October Lucius Woods County Park, Solon Springs lwmusic.org

Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival August 25-26, 2017 Barker’s Island, Superior lakesuperiordragons.com

Jaws Fishing Derby June 2017 wlsta.org

Billings Park Days August 4-6 Iowa Avenue, Superior facebook.com/billings-parkdays-806214836129666

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Great Northern Classic Rodeo September 1-3, 2017 Head of the Lakes Fairgrounds, Superior greatnorthernclassicrodeo.com

Fall

Wascott Food & Fun Days September 2, 2017 Wascott Ball Park, Wascott 4seasonsrec.org East End Family Fun Day September 16, 2017 East 5th Street, Superior facebook.com/eastendfamilyfunday Superior Spooktacular October 21, 2017 Greater Downtown Superior superiorbid.com

Winter

Great Lakes Pond Hockey Classic January 26-28, 2018 Barkers Island, Superior www.greatlakespondhockey.com Lake Superior Ice Festival January 26-28 2018 Barkers Island, Superior superioricefestival.com

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Our Communities #1 Brule

brule-wi.org Once a timber boomtown, the quiet community of Brule straddles US Highway 2, the multi-use recreational Tri-County Corridor and the internationally known Bois Brule River.

Not only is Brule a destination for serious fly fishermen from around the world, but it is also the jumping off spot for canoeing and kayaking on the river and hiking, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, ATVing, and snowshoeing in the Brule River State Forest.

#2 Eau Claire Lakes

eauclairelakes.com The Eau Claire Chain of Lakes is made up of 11 connected spring-fed, clear water lakes. The three larger lakes, Upper Eau Claire, Middle Eau Claire and the Lower Eau Claire, act as the focal point, with eight smaller springfed lakes, linked and feeding into them.

Fishing is excellent in the spring and the fall. The lakes support a good population of game fish, including muskellunge, northern and walleye pike, small and largemouth bass, with crappies, bluegills, sunfish, and perch rounding out the species. Good trout fishing can be enjoyed in the area’s rivers and streams.

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#3 Gordon

gordonwi.us Gordon is a vacation paradise offering year-round activities including boating, fishing, snowmobile and ATV trails, crosscountry skiing, and some of the best hunting in Wisconsin. Enjoy the crystal blue waters, where the Eau Claire and St. Croix rivers meet, surrounded by the hardwood forests and vivid wild flowers.

#4 Lake Nebagamon

villagelakenebagamon.com The quaint village of Lake Nebagamon is more than 100 years old and its origin in the logging industry is preserved in its log-constructed auditorium, which is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.

Entertainment for the entire family originates at the heart of this community surrounding its 950acre pristine lake.

#5 Poplar

villageofpoplar.com Located 20 minutes east of Superior on US Highway 2, Poplar lies outside of the “Lake Superior Lake Effect Zone.” Quite often the weather is warmer and the sky is sunnier than in the Twin Ports letting golfers enjoy a great day of golf at the Poplar Golf Course.

#6 Solon Springs

solonsprings.net Situated on beautiful 855-acre Lake St Croix, Solon Springs is popular for fishing boating and water skiing. Several boat landings in the village allow easy access to the lake.

Additionally, Solon Springs is music to your ears. Nestled between tall pine trees and the shores of pristine Lake St. Croix, this community exhibits its many talents at the Lucius Woods Performing Arts Center.

#7 Tri Lakes Area

Amnicon, Dowling, and Lyman Lakes are the backbone for sporting fun in the “Tri-Lakes Area.” Amnicon and Dowling Lakes are rated Class A musky lakes with abundant walleye and bass fishing.

#8 Wascott

visitwascott.com Woods, water, and wildlife – not a dream, but a reality. You need only travel to the southern tip of Douglas County, bordering on Washburn County, to experience what others may only dream of.

With miles of well-groomed recreational trails, more than 100 pristine lakes to fish, swim, and boat, and thousands of acres of forest land where visitors may hunt and hike, it is no wonder that people head “up north” to relax!

This is “up north” at its best.

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Photography Credits Cover photo: “Barkers Island” by Rhonda Miller Page 2: “Pattison State Park” by Rhonda Miller Pages 4-5: “Wisconsin Point” by Rhonda Miller Page 6: Wisconsin Point map courtesy of the Superior Parks and Recreation Department

Page 15: Photos 2 & 3 courtesy of Shabby Shed. Photos 1 & 4 by Nikky Farmakes Page 17: “Going down the Brule”

by Lisa Hesselgrave Page 18: “Hole 3, Central Park” from Visitors Bureau archives

Page 26: Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center P38 photo from Visitors Bureau archives Page 29: Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival photos from Visitors Bureau archives

Page 20: “Pattison State Park Trails” by Anya Russom

Page 30: Douglas County Map courtesy of Douglas County Land Information

Page 8: “Fairlawn Mansion” by Rhonda Miller

Page 21: “Black River” By Rachael Lackner

Page 9: Tower & Belknap Business District photos by Nikky Farmakes

Page 22: Camping Legend icons courtesy of flaticon.com

Page 32: City of Superior map courtesy of Douglas County Land Records Department

Page 12: “Perogies” courtesy of the Spirit Room

Page 23: “Allouez Bay” by Ida M. Barton

Pages 20-21: Lodging Legend icons courtesy of flaticon.com

Page 25: “Snowmobiling” by Michele Johnson

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Emergency Information & Usefull Contacts Fire, Police, Medical Personnel Immediate Response: 911 Road Conditions: 511 Douglas County Sheriff (715) 395-1341 Superior Police Department (715) 395-7234 Emergency Room & Hospital Essentia Health St Mary’s Hospital of Superior 3500 Tower Avenue, Superior (715) 817-7000 Essentia Health Convenient Care 2202 E. 2nd Street, Suite 377, Superior (715) 817-7990

Douglas County Trail Hotline (715) 378-4528 Douglas County Forestry (715) 378-2219 Mariner Medical Clinic & Urgent Care 109 North 28th Street East Superior, WI 54880 (715) 395-3900 Superior Parks and Recreation Hotline (715) 395-7299 Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources - Superior Satellite Center 1701 North 4th Street Superior, WI 54880 (715) 392-7988

Visit Our Neighbors While we are sure that you’ll find tons of great things to do, places to eat and shop, and friendly lodging in Superior and Douglas County, there is also a lot to explore in Duluth — Superior’s “twin” port!

The communities of Superior and Duluth are very closely connected, with just the St. Louis Bay separating the two cities.

Across the Bong or Blatnik Bridge, you will find even more outdoor opportunities, lodging, dining, and more. Just consult our friends at Visit Duluth to find out all that awaits in our twin city!

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Further into Minnesota, Black Bear Casino Resort in Carlton provides plenty of opportunities for entertainment — from gaming and nightclub entertainment to dining, lodging, and more. See their ad on the opposite page for information.

For more information on visiting our Minnesotan neighbors, see the contact information below.

Visit Duluth

21 West Superior Street Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4011 (800) 438-5884 visitduluth.com

Wisconsin State Park System Campsite Reservations (888) 947-2757 Superior-Douglas County Welcome Center 305 Harborview Parkway Superior, WI 54880 (715) 392-2773 or (800) 9425313 Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce 205 Belknap Street Superior, WI 54880 (715) 394-7716

areas to visitors. If you would like more information on lodging, attractions, sight seeing, restaurants or retail shops, please call their toll-free number to speak with a travel information manager.

Visit Duluth will be moving to the ground level of the Holiday Center at 207 W. Superior Street in Duluth during the summer of 2017.

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This Travel and Activities Guide is published by the Superior-Douglas County Visitors Bureau, the tourism division of the Superior-Douglas County Chamber of Commerce. No part of the publication may be used or duplicated without written permission.