Lakeshore Trail
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield County, WI
Out-and-back trail in Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield County, WI. Hiking.
- Distance
- 13.5 mi (21.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 397 ft (121 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 35 min
- High point
- 728 ft (222 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Caves Viewpoint 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Caves Viewpoint 3 mi (4.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Caves Viewpoint 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Lunch Beach 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
- Beach: Lunch Beach 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Lakeshore Trail Campsite 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Lakeshore Trail
How long is Lakeshore Trail?
Lakeshore Trail is 13.5 mi (21.7 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 35 min. It climbs 397 ft (121 m) in total, up to a high point of 728 ft (222 m).
How hard is Lakeshore Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Lakeshore Trail?
Parking at the start, Fee.
Are there water and toilets on Lakeshore Trail?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Lakeshore Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Lakeshore Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Lakeshore Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Lakeshore Trail
- Lakeshore Trail Apostle Islands National Lakeshore · Moderate · 9 mi (14.5 km)
- Mainland Ice Caves Trail Apostle Islands National Lakeshore · Easy · 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
- Lost Creek Falls Trail Bayfield County Forest · Easy · 2.4 mi (3.9 km)
- Forest Trail 520 Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest - Washburn District · Easy · 2.5 mi (4 km)
- Wellisch Cabin Trail Apostle Islands National Lakeshore · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Forest Trail 517 Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest - Washburn District · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.6 km)
- Deer Path Trail Bayfield County Forest · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Northern Lights Bayfield County Forest · Easy · 5.2 mi (8.4 km)
More hikes in Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
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