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Madeline
Island Attractions & Adventures 715-747-2051 www.madferry.com |
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| Take the family on a bike tour, play a round of golf, or hike a nature trail. Madeline Island has much to offer the visitor who is looking for a place to simply relax and enjoy the peace that can be found on an island. During the winter months enjoy the quiet beauty while cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. |
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Things to do on Madeline
Island: Watch a weaving demonstration at Woods Hall Craft Shop Tee off at the Robert Trent Sr. designed golf course Catch a glimpse of fawns feeding under the pines Take in a lecture or art class at the Art Guild Sit on the dock and watch the ferry boats Stroll through the Town of LaPointe Listen to a chamber music concert Soak up the sun at Big Bay Beach Eat a two-scoop ice cream cone Enjoy a picnic Changing exhibits annually at the Historic Museum... |
What’s
Currently Open on Madeline Island
Restaurants &
Taverns
Bell Street Tavern:
Lunch Mon thru Sat 11am to 2pm. Sun. Burger Bar; Dinner Wed, Sat & Sun 5 to
8pm
Shops
& Galleries
Island Carvers: Closed
for the season
Attractions Madeline
Island Historical Museum -
Closed for the season |
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| The Madeline Island Historical Museum, located just up the dock from the ferry landing in historic downtown LaPointe, takes visitors on a trip through time (715-747-2415), E-mail: madeline@wisc.edu, or visit their web site at www.wisconsinhistory.org/sites/madisle | |
| History unfolds at the Museum in displays describing Native
American life, the fur trade and arrival of missionaries, 19th century fishing, logging,
brownstone mining and local maritime lore. A lively musical slide show introduces the visitor to the "Story that is Madeline Island". The gift shop offers books, crafts, jewelry and gift items rooted in the island's history |
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Walking tours, Hiking, Skiing & Snowshoeing |
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Big Bay State Park Located 7 miles from the ferry landing. Over 5 miles of hiking trails along the shores of Lake Superior. Picnic areas, swimming beach and a 60 site family campground located with in the park. Camping reservations recommended. (888) 947-2757. Big Bay State Park P O Box 589 Bayfield WI 54814 715-747-6425 |
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Big Bay Town Park Owned and operated by the town of La Pointe. There are 40 rustic camp sites, four electric sites. There is fishing, canoeing and sand beaches. The walking bridge spans the beautiful lagoon. Located just 6 1/2 miles from the Ferry landing. No reservations accepted. 715-747-2801 or (888) 475-3386 |
| Capser & Meech Hiking Trails Madeline Island Wilderness Preserve and the Town of LaPointe sponsor both hiking trails (a 12 minute walk from the ferry landing). Scheduled nature walks (contact the Madeline Island Chamber). No bicycles please. |
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Lake View Schoolhouse Located 1 1/2 blocks from the ferry landing, Lake View Schoolhouse takes you back to the days of the one-room schoolhouse. Restored by the Madeline Island Historical Preservation Association. Hours vary. Madeline Island Historical Preservation Association P O Box 250 LaPointe WI 54850 |
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Biking and Paddling |
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Voted as "Best Bike Tour" by a national publication. Most roads are newly paved with few hills. Easy bike ride out to either the State or Town Big Bay Parks. |
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Motion to Go Moped and bike rental. Bikes for all ages, buggies, tagalongs and tandems. Hourly and daily rental available. Gift shop filled with items to remind you of the time you spent on the island. Located downtown LaPointe. Motion to Go P O Box 277 LaPointe WI 54850 715-747-6585 |
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Apostle Island Kayaks Kayak rentals and tours for all ages. Across from Memorial Park and Joni's Beach. Kayak rentals for beginners (no experience necessary) and experienced kayakers. State-of-the-art kayaks. Individual and family tours. Apostle
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Bog Lake Outfitters Canoe, paddle and rowboat rentals. For use in Big Bay Town Park lagoon where natural beauty abounds. Hourly, half day, daily and weekly rates. Call for arrangements. Bog Lake Outfitters |
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Sailboat Charters and Marina |
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Apostle Islands Yacht Charter Association Based at the Madeline Island Yacht Club, AIYCA is a yacht charter sailboat fleet. Charter master Ric Gillman offers bareboat and captained charters on sailboats 26 to 45 feet, sleeping 5 to 9 adventurers. Apostle Islands Yacht Charter Association LaPointe WI 54850 715-747-2983 800-821-3480 www.apostlecharters.com |
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Madeline Island Yacht Club Full service marina. Transient dockage, launch ramp, fuel, ice, pump outs, film, clothing & gifts. Madeline Island Yacht Club & Marina LaPointe, WI 54850 715-747-2655 |
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Golf Course |
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Madeline Island Golf Club 18 hole, Scottish links-style course, designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.. Huge double greens add a new dimension to your golfing experience. Pro shop, driving range, practice green, rental clubs and refreshments. Discounted golf and lodging packages available early & late season. Madeline Island Golf Club LaPointe WI 54850 715-747-3212 www.madelineislandgolf.com |
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The Arts and Entertainment |
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Big Top Chautauqua Experience the magic of Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua. A summer season of concerts, plays, variety shows and original musicals. Local and nationally known performers. Located 3 miles south of Bayfield. Free roundtrip shuttle from Bayfield Ferry dock. For a copy of the schedule, contact the office of the Big Top Chautauqua or visit the ticket booth downtown Bayfield. Big Top Chautauqua 101 West Bayfield P O Box 455 Washburn WI 54891 715-676-5552 888-BIG-TENT www.bigtop.org |
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LaPointe Center/Art Guild Summer lectures, films and gallery exhibits. LaPointe Center/Art Guild PO Box 246 LaPointe WI 54850 715-747-3321 |
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Madeline Island Heritage Center This historical complex includes Lakeview School, Angus Building and Parsonage, open for a glimpse of island life from another time. Located just 1 ˝ blocks from the ferry landing. The complex has been restored and opened to the public by the Madeline Island Historical Preservation Association. Madeline Island Heritage Center |
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Sandstrom Center for the Arts Discover community arts at their finest! The center provides workshops for all ages in fine art and craft, theatre, dance and writing. Located at 20-acre historical Sandstrom farmstead & orchard on Middle Road Sandstrom Center for the Arts
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| Madeline Island Music Camp Join us for the 19th season. Chamber music programs for talented musicians. String & Piano, Woodwind & Horn, Adult Amateurs, Chamber Music Festival Concerts by students & world-class ensembles - weekends at Clubhouse. Center and student lodges for rent to qualified non-profit organizations. See Current Events page for the summer schedule. Madeline Island Music Camp LaPointe WI 54850 612-871-7781 715-747-2561 |
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