Lakeshore Trail at Meyers Beach

Providing views of hardwood forests, Lake Superior, and the mainland sea caves, the Lakeshore Trail is scenic and beautiful. With that said, this trail can be demanding and might not be for everyone. Hiking experience, preparation and proper equipment, especially hiking footwear, are strongly recommended. This trail is a rugged path with stream crossings and steep slopes that is best suited for strong hikers. Good footwear, a cell phone (decent reception for much of the trail), food, water, and sunscreen are important. Depending on the season, bug repellent may also improve the experience.

Starting at the Meyers Beach parking area off of Hwy 13, the Lakeshore Trail extends 6 miles along red sandstone cliffs and through forests high above Lake Superior and terminates at a reservable backcountry campsite. The trail has three sections. The first goes from Meyers Beach to the Crevasse, a 100-yard-long fracture in the bedrock. (1.8 miles) The second section travels above the mainland sea caves (2.4 Miles), and the third section passes through a wooded area, finally ending at the campsite (5.2 miles). 

*Information from the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore