| The Apostle Islands are a beautiful group of | | | | 10. Madeline Island |
| islands in Lake Superior, they are considered to be | | | | 11. Manitou Island |
| an extension of the Bayfield Peninsula, in extreme | | | | 12. Michigan Island |
| northern Wisconsin. The entire area has been | | | | 13. North Twin Island |
| home to the Ojibwe People for more than 400 | | | | 14. Oak Island |
| years, today the Ojibwe constitute more than | | | | 15. Otter Island |
| half of the population. The only one of the Islands | | | | 16. Outer Island |
| that is developed commercially in any way, is | | | | 17. Raspberry Island |
| Madeline Island. The other Islands are used | | | | 18. Rocky Island |
| primarily by tourists, and for their natural | | | | 19. Sand Island |
| resources. Hunting, fishing, wildlife conservation, | | | | 20. South Twin Island |
| and logging are the main sources of revenue. | | | | 21. York Island |
| The Islands offer the best of Mother Nature's | | | | A major attraction that brings visitors to the |
| bounty for you to enjoy year round. No matter | | | | Apostle islands are the lighthouses. The lighthouses |
| what season you choose for your visit, there will | | | | are a huge part of Lake Superior history. There |
| be plenty to keep you busy. Whether you want | | | | are eight lighthouses still standing, and 6 of them |
| to attend a festival, explore hiking trails, relax at a | | | | are listed as historical treasures on the National |
| campground, or visit historic museums, any type | | | | Historic Register. Each lighthouse is unique and |
| of activity that you enjoy is to be found within | | | | fascinating in its own right - you'll want to be sure |
| the islands. | | | | to visit each lighthouse. |
| The Apostle Islands are part of the federally | | | | The Apostle Islands are also one of the most |
| recognized National Lakeshore Park system, and | | | | intimate wild life observation sites in the United |
| have been since 1970. For more information about | | | | States. Within the parks estimated 720-mile |
| the history of the islands, or other interesting | | | | encompassing boundaries, over 35 species of |
| information, visit the National Park service website | | | | animals have been seen, and close to 250 |
| to find a wealth of information on the Apostle | | | | different types of birds. Because the islands are |
| Islands. | | | | still relatively unpopulated, the animals are unafraid |
| Fondly referred to as the "Hidden Jewels of Lake | | | | of people, so if you don't bother them, they will |
| Superior", the 21 islands that together comprise | | | | go about their business without bothering you. |
| the Apostle Island family include: | | | | The islands each offer excellent places to eat, and |
| 1. Basswood Island | | | | to sleep, with comfortable and pleasant hotels and |
| 2. Bear Island | | | | inns, restaurants, and cafés. In addition, |
| 3. Cat Island | | | | there are some very exciting cruises, and other |
| 4. Devils Island | | | | tours also. Whether you're visiting the sea caves, |
| 5. Eagle Island | | | | or climbing the hiking trails, you can even reserve |
| 6. Gull Island | | | | a kayak to explore the waters along the endless |
| 7. Hermit Island | | | | miles of shoreline. |
| 8. Ironwood Island | | | | Whether you're interested in seeing the |
| 9. Long Island (Individually, not part of the Apostle | | | | lighthouses, enjoying the remote beauty, or |
| Islands, but considered to be part of | | | | experiencing the local culture, you are sure to |
| Chequamegon Point) | | | | enjoy your trip to the Apostle Islands. |