So Close, & Yet, A World Away...
The April 2009 Better Homes and Gardens Travel section highlighted Madeline Island Ferry Line and the great lakes by saying "There's no better way to explore these mighty water-ways than from the decks of ferryboats."
Located at the gateway to the Apostle Islands on the south shore of Lake Superior in Northern Wisconsin, Madeline Island Ferry Line provides passenger, bicycle and car transportation between the picturesque towns of LaPointe and Bayfield. The 25-minute trip provides spectacular views of the Lake itself and several of the 22 Apostle Islands. Feel yourself being carried away!
Begin your voyage to the Island by stopping in the Madeline Island Information Station across from the ferry landing in Bayfield. It is a treasure trove of visitor information, promoting Island attractions and businesses. The displays in the Information Station highlight Island artistry, museums, lodging, parks, restaurants, and shops. A visit here will prepare you for all there is to see and do while you're on the Island, and get you set for the ferry trip!
Come Ride With Us!
P.O. Box 66
La Pointe, WI 54850
tel: 715.747.2051
Island Happenings
Later this week...
July 3th, 7 pm Francis Scott Key & Star Spangled Banner-lecture by Dave Collins. MI Musuem.
Recycled Art Show Opening Reception @ La Pointe Center Art Guild 5-7 pm
Ditch Surfers & Sasha Mercedes Waterside at the Beach Club 7-10 pm
July 4th 10:30 am Parade, downtown La Pointe. MI Museum, program on grounds immediately after the parade. 1/2 price admission, 12:30-5 pm on Saturday and 10-5 pm on Sunday.
Emergency Service's fundraiser @ Rec Center 11 noon Food, raffle, fun and games.
MI Music Camp Young Artists Concert @ Clubhouse 2 pm and 4 pm
MI Music Camp presents "the Fry Street Quartet @ Clubhouse 7:30 pm
9:55 pm Fireworks
Other Island Happenings...
Bring your car to the Island and pick up a FREE Driving CD (from the MI info station in Bayfield, the Island ferry office or MI chamber) for your self-guided tour of the Island.
FREE Tours(July/August 2009) on Madeline Island (ferry charges not included) See below for details...
Madeline Island Ferry Line Announces: $8 Wednesday Nights Roundtrip Passenger fares are $8 June 24th - early fall
Passengers(12 and over) boarding the 6 pm (or later) ferry can purchase an $8 round trip ticket (ticket good for round trip use only on Wednesday night).
Mainlanders can ride over to the island Wednesday evening for dinner, the nightlife or just to watch the sunset from the water or Island ferry dock. Islanders may want to check out a Bayfield shop or restaurant. Children and vehicles are regular rates.
Island restaurant offerings Wednesday night (please call for details/info subject to change)…
Beach Club Regular Menu and Bar till closing
Bell Street Dinner Specials and Home made ice cream
Grampa Tony's $2 off any Pizza or Pasta entree (staff will ask to see return ferry ticket)
Lotta’s Special Prices!!! All Dinner entrees $20
Pub Prime Rib Night 5-9 pm
FREE Tours(July/August 2009) on Madeline Island (ferry charges not included)
NEW this year… Tour a ferry with the Captain, La Pointe Island dock, 10:30am, Wednesdays only, July 1-August 26th. All ages welcome. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 4 person minimum needed for tour to take place/limited space available. Call the Ferry Line Office (715-747-2051) to sign up. Schedule subject to change.
Downtown Island Walking Tour One hour walking tour led by local Island guides. 10:30am and 1:30pm Monday through Friday, June 30-August 28th, 2009. This tour highlights how our Island community works, and walks around a good portion of the downtown area. You will learn some of the Island's history, and how we have progressed from 1623 to 2009. You will hear about the various uses some of our buildings have been through, as well as some architectural tidbits. The route we walk is roughly a half mile long. Call the Ferry Line Office (715-747-2051) to sign up.
NEW this year. Sunday brunch at Lotta's 10-2 pm.
NEW this year. Water Aerobics at the Pub Pool, Wed/Fri 9:30/10:15. For Fees and other info call either Phyllis Riemean (747-2101) or Sharon Okonek (747-3234)
Madeline Island Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events
Bayfield Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events
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