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| Discover Madeline Island |
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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. | ||
Things to do on Madeline Island: |
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| Biking | ||
| 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. | ||
| Motion to Go Bike and moped rentals (buggies available). Hourly and daily rentals. Gift shop filled with island memorabilia. Motion to Go |
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| Hiking | ||
| 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 |
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& 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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| Sailboat and Fishing Charters | ||
| Apostle Islands Yacht Charter Association Based at the Madeline Island Yacht Club, AIYCA is a yacht charter sailboat fleet. Chartermaster Ric Gillman offers bareboat and captained charters on sailboats 26 to 45 feet, sleeping 5 to 9 adventurers. www.apostlecharters.com Apostle Islands Yacht Charter Association |
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| Roberta's Sport Fishing Charters Roberta's Sport Fishing caters to the clients needs. Modern, heated yachts. Roberta's Sport Fishing Charters |
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| Golf Courses | ||
| Madeline Island Golf Club 18 hole, Scottish links-style course, designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.. Offers breathtaking views and pine forests while the double greens add a new dimension to your golfing experience. Madeline Island Golf Club |
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| Historical Sites and Island Tours | ||
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LaPointe Historic Walking Tour Maps are available at the Ferry Line office which is located on the island. |
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| Madeline Island Historical Museum Experience the rich history of Madeline Island through exhibits and public programs that explore 3 centuries of island life. Excellent gift shop. Madeline Island Historical Museum |
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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 |
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| Madeline Island Bus Tours Leave your car on the mainland, enjoy a ferry ride to Madeline Island and take our 2 hour bus tour. Discover island history with local guides: sandstone formations at Big Bay State Park, hike the sand beach and explore scenic nature trails. Featuring a 1/2 hour stop at Big Bay State Park. Obtain ticket and board bus 1/2 block from the ferry dock. Ferry charges not included. Please purchase bus tour tickts 30 minutes before departure. Madeline Island Ferry Line |
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| The Arts and Entertainment | ||
| 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. For a copy of the schedule, contact the office of the Big Top Chautauqua. Big Top Chautauqua |
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| LaPointe Center/Art Guild Summer lectures, films and gallery exhibits. LaPointe Center/Art Guild |
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| Madeline Island Music Camp Camp is in session Mid June through Mid July. Student concerts every Sunday during camp. Call for further information. Madeline Island Music Camp |
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| Photo courtesy of Madeline Island Ferry Line. | ||
