Nature

Sunrise on the water

Bayfield County is the 2nd largest county in Wisconsin with half of its land in public ownership, just waiting for you to explore! It is also the "Home of Wisconsin's National Treasures" including:

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest

Iron River National Fish Hatchery

North Country National Scenic Trail

St. Croix National Scenic Riverway

Whittlesey Creek National Wildlife Refuge

Find out more about the abundant natural resources that make this such a special place:

National Treasures

Lake Superior

Inland Waters

Sustainability

Campgrounds

Orchards & Farms

Start your visit at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center

Did you know that 83% of the land in Bayfield County is Forested? Wondering how to access these lands? Here is a list of properties that are under the Managed Forest Program through the WI DNR that are available to the public for Fishing/Hiking/Cross-country skiing/Sightseeing.

Don't forget about all of our state properties:

  • Bark Bay Slough State Natural Area
  • Bibon Swamp State Natural Area
  • Cranberry River State Fishery Area
  • Flag River State Fishery Area
  • Flag River State Wildlife Area
  • Lost Creek Bog State Natural Area
  • Moquah Barrens State Natural Area
  • Moquah Barrens State Wildlife Area
  • Port Wing Boreal Forest State Natural Area
  • Sadjak Springs State Natural Area
  • Totagatic Lake State Wildlife Area
  • White River State Fishery Area

 Come for a visit -there's so much to explore! This is a trip that will make memories to last a lifetime...

 

Bayfield County News
Apostle Islands
Anytime is a great time of year to visit Bayfield County and the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center is a great place to start your visit!   MORE...