Bayfield County Tourism

05/20/2026

Looking for a Memorial Day ceremony in the area? Look no further...

Updated Memorial Day Ceremonies and Events in Bayfield County.

05/19/2026

CNN Travel has featured Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in their article "25 of the USA's most underrated destinations" - if you haven't been here, you're missing out!

05/15/2026

Come and cruise the islands at the ⚓ Check out the different options for Apostle Islands Cruises - some allow you to tour a lighthouse, too!

05/07/2026

They are here! The NEW 2026/2027 Bayfield County ATV/UTV Trail Maps are now available! And the 2026 Bayfield County Visitor Guide is coming next week!

View the digital online versions here:
https://bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2741/2026-Visitor-Guide-

https://bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1827/2026-2027-Bayfield-County-ATV-UTV-Map

To order your own paper copy, please follow the link & fill out the request form:
https://bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/FormCenter/Visitors-14/Order-Visitor-Information-55

05/05/2026

The news many have been waiting for - ATV/UTV trails open on Wednesday!

05/01/2026

Here's a quick look at what's happening in May in

For more details or last-minute additions as we find them, please see out FB Events Page and www.travelbayfieldcounty.com/events

04/27/2026

Look at this beauty!

A couple weeks ago, Vana caught the biggest Lake Superior brown I’ve ever seen at 34”!!! She caught it on a 3/8oz Kastmaster in 35 feet of water. The build on this fish was insane, thick head to tail! After a few quick pictures Vana let him go to live another day. Stay tuned for the video of the catch!

04/24/2026

Register now for this great event at Mt Mt. Ashwabay Ski and Recreation Area -

This isn’t just one race.

The Thunderbird Warrior Challenge is built for every kind of participant.

Whether you’re going all in on the 50K or showing up for your first 5K, you belong here.

📍 Mt. Ashwabay Ski and Recreation Area
🗓 June 13

Register now at https://www.mtashwabay.org

04/22/2026

The new Apostle Islands Kayaking Express is a game changer. Watch this video to see why: https://youtu.be/ki4pV5dEbVc?si=1KemjSDExzuFhZ4F

Travel Wisconsin Travel Northwest Wisconsin Bayfield and the Apostle Islands Washburn Area Chamber Iron River Area Chamber of Commerce Cable Area Chamber of Commerce

Join us for an unforgettable journey to Devil's Island, the crown jewel of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Located 21 miles offshore in the middle of...

04/21/2026

Always a good time (and lots of prizes) at the Herbster Smelt Fry!

Just 6 Days until the Herbster Smelt Fry! We have a wonderful group of volunteers ready to make a delicious meal and make a fun day for all!