Things To Do
Big Bay State Park
Don't miss it! Soak up the sun on the sandy beach, hike along the shoreline, climb on the rocks, take in the views. Big Bay is the best of Madeline Island!
Adventure Vacations
Try a kayak tour around the island where you'll see gorgeous rock bluffs and caves up close, or book a boat tour out to see the other Apostle Islands!
Tom's Burned Down Cafe
Destroyed by a fire in 1992, the good times roll on at Tom's Burned Down Cafe. Stop for a beverage, stay for the ambiance!
Cafe Seiche
Locally sourced organic farm to table faire. Also, Bloody Mary's!
Apostle Highlands Golf Course
"The Pebble Beach of the North" according to Dan's former boss, Governor Jim Doyle. Apostle Highlands is a short drive North of Bayfield and greens fees are ~$50.
Madeline Island Golf Club
Dan hasn't played this Robert Trent Jones course, but is recommending it anyways! Greens fees are ~$55.
Bayfield
Before you get on the ferry make sure to spend some time exploring the quaint downtown streets of Bayfield where you'll find artsy boutiques and an array of bars and restaurants. If you're renting a house on the island you'll also want to stock up on groceries and Spotted Cow at Andy's IGA grocery store.
Dreamland Supper Club
Nothing says the Northland like a supper club! En route from Minneapolis or Duluth to Bayfield, stop at Dreamland for a brandy old fashioned and shrimp cocktail. Fancy!