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Travel Green
Bayfield “greenest city in the state,” WI Trails Magazine
The Bayfield area was recently awarded with the 2011 Governor’s Tourism Stewardship Award and currently holds the record for the most businesses participating in the Travel Green Wisconsin initiative (nearly 50). Although it may be one of Wisconsin’s smallest communities, Bayfield is big on progressive sustainability. The efforts of local businesses, municipal offices, the school district, and area residents have earned Bayfield a formidable reputation as being one of the greenest communities in the state. In 2010, Bayfield was also selected as one of the top 38 sustainable communities in the country by Global Environmental Management. Bayfield strives to serve as a role model for other Wisconsin communities, both small and large, demonstrating how a commitment to the core value of sustainable living and sustainable business practices can indeed attract tourists.
According to a recent article in Wisconsin Trails Magazine, “Bayfield has a lot going for it: a great location on a Great Lake, endless recreation opportunities, raw natural beauty, and its residents have an attitude toward life that is unrivaled.” In fact, Bayfield boasts as having the most certified Travel Green businesses in the state of Wisconsin.
WI Trails Magazine has done a follow-up article reaffirming that Bayfield has the bragging rights as the greenest place in Wisconsin. Read the pdf:
March/April, 2010 “Bayfield’s bragging rights” Wisconsin Trails Magazine
Sponsored by the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, Travel Green Wisconsin is a certification process that guides and inspires businesses to find ways to reduce their environmental impact.
When you visit Bayfield, you’re able to enjoy boundless natural beauty that is as pristine and unspoiled today as it was centuries ago. That’s only possible through Bayfield’s unwavering, community-wide commitment to minimizing our environmental impact. Bayfield is proud to be home to more Travel Green certified businesses than any community in the state including these businesses:
Sustainable Bayfield, a local sustainability group, has produced a booklet, “Living A Sensible Life in Bayfield”. This 9 page booklet provides simple steps to be more green and environmentally conscious.
Island View Lodging, LLC
On Lake Superior Shore. 2 Island View Suites with Mini-Kitchens, Decks. Each Sleeps 4. One Mile from Bayfield & Legendary Waters Casino. Both suites together would accommodate a large family/party.On Lake Superior Shore. 2 Island View Suites with Mini-Kitchens, Decks. Each Sleeps 4. One Mile from Bayfield & Legendary Waters Casino. Both suites together would accommodate a large family/party.
Hauser's Bayfield Cabin
Hauser's Bayfield Cabin is newly remodeled and is open year round. Has knotty pine ceilings, knotty cherry kitchen cabinets, granite counters, and more. Free Wifi, Free Amazon Prime movies, SiriusHauser's Bayfield Cabin is newly remodeled and is open year round. Has knotty pine ceilings, knotty cherry kitchen cabinets, granite counters, and more. Free Wifi, Free Amazon Prime movies, Sirius
Pikes Bay Marina
If you are looking for a weather-safe harbor with first class amenities set in a tranquil environment come to Pike's Bay Marina, Best Address in the Apostles.If you are looking for a weather-safe harbor with first class amenities set in a tranquil environment come to Pike's Bay Marina, Best Address in the Apostles.
Old Rittenhouse Inn's Landmark Restaurant
Gourmet dining and lodging with 20 guest rooms in two Queen Anne Victorians & a private cottage. Lake Superior views, fireplaces, private baths, whirlpools. Dinner Concerts, Weddings. Open year round.Gourmet dining and lodging with 20 guest rooms in two Queen Anne Victorians & a private cottage. Lake Superior views, fireplaces, private baths, whirlpools. Dinner Concerts, Weddings. Open year round.
Animaashi Sailing Company
Daily sailboat rides May thru Oct. Half-day, all-day, and evening trips available. Couples, groups (up to six), walk-ons, and families with children welcome. Food/Drinks allowed.Daily sailboat rides May thru Oct. Half-day, all-day, and evening trips available. Couples, groups (up to six), walk-ons, and families with children welcome. Food/Drinks allowed.
Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau
The Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau actively supports and promotes a healthy and vibrant business climate.The Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau actively supports and promotes a healthy and vibrant business climate.
Bodin Fisheries/The Fish House
Come watch the commercial fishing tugs unload fresh catches of Whitefish & Lake Trout on the south waterfront in the afternoon.Second Street & Wilson Avenue. Pick up your favorite in the Fish House.
Come watch the commercial fishing tugs unload fresh catches of Whitefish & Lake Trout on the south waterfront in the afternoon.
Second Street & Wilson Avenue. Pick up your favorite in the Fish House.
Keeper of the Light
Nautical Gifts & Souvenirs! Collectibles, books, boat and home decor, maps and posters, clothing, caps, pirate booty, toys, puzzles, locally crafted soap, jewelry, souvenirs, postcards and more!Nautical Gifts & Souvenirs! Collectibles, books, boat and home decor, maps and posters, clothing, caps, pirate booty, toys, puzzles, locally crafted soap, jewelry, souvenirs, postcards and more!
Apostle Highlands Golf Course
The par 72 course has enormous greens, many in excess of 100ft in width.Length is 6,332 yards from the blues, 5887 from the whites and 5187 from the reds. Voted best water views in the state.
The par 72 course has enormous greens, many in excess of 100ft in width.
Length is 6,332 yards from the blues, 5887 from the whites and 5187 from the reds. Voted best water views in the state.
Harbor's Edge Motel
Harbor's Edge Motel is located in the heart of Bayfield, directly across from the Madeline Island Ferry overlooking Madeline & Basswood Islands. We offer 21 rooms from single queen beds to suites.Harbor's Edge Motel is located in the heart of Bayfield, directly across from the Madeline Island Ferry overlooking Madeline & Basswood Islands. We offer 21 rooms from single queen beds to suites.
Artesian House Bed & Breakfast
Casually Elegant Eco-friendly Contemporary B&B on 25 Wooded Acres, 4 Main Floor Rooms with Private Bath & Entrance to Spacious Deck, WiFi, Locally Sourced Light Breakfast,Close to Town,Lake & Trails.Casually Elegant Eco-friendly Contemporary B&B on 25 Wooded Acres, 4 Main Floor Rooms with Private Bath & Entrance to Spacious Deck, WiFi, Locally Sourced Light Breakfast,Close to Town,Lake & Trails.
Dreamcatcher Sailing
Daily hands-on sailing trips or just relax on one our boats! Great for families, groups & couples, Overnight Adventures available, too. Office in Howl Clothing & Adventure.Daily hands-on sailing trips or just relax on one our boats! Great for families, groups & couples, Overnight Adventures available, too. Office in Howl Clothing & Adventure.
Lake Superior Lodge
The Lake Superior Lodge offers the best hotel and condo vacation rentals in Bayfield Wisconsin. With the best view of Lake Superior and the Apostle Island - Life is better at the Lodge.The Lake Superior Lodge offers the best hotel and condo vacation rentals in Bayfield Wisconsin. With the best view of Lake Superior and the Apostle Island - Life is better at the Lodge.
Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast
2021 Best of the Best Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award, ranked top 25 Inns and B&Bs in the United States for 2021, No.1 ranked Bed & Breakfast in Bayfield, ranked top 15 most romantic places in WI.2021 Best of the Best Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award, ranked top 25 Inns and B&Bs in the United States for 2021, No.1 ranked Bed & Breakfast in Bayfield, ranked top 15 most romantic places in WI.
Copper Trout Restaurant and Lodging
The Copper Trout offers the best in American/Italian. Fresh ingredients, fish straight from Superior, hand tossed pizza, and our signature pasta dinners. Stop in and say hello!The Copper Trout offers the best in American/Italian. Fresh ingredients, fish straight from Superior, hand tossed pizza, and our signature pasta dinners. Stop in and say hello!
Lost Creek Adventures LLC
Sea Cave Kayak Trips - Half & Full DayApostle Islands Kayak Camping Trips
Kayak rentals
SUP Rentals
Paddling Workshops
Sea Cave Kayak Trips - Half & Full Day
Apostle Islands Kayak Camping Trips
Kayak rentals
SUP Rentals
Paddling Workshops
Madeline Island Museum
Experience more than 300 years of Madeline Island history. Discover the magic that has drawn people to Madeline Island's legendary shores for centuries.Experience more than 300 years of Madeline Island history. Discover the magic that has drawn people to Madeline Island's legendary shores for centuries.
Superior Charters & Yacht Sales
Sail the 'Caribbean of the North' on a captained or bareboat charter. Or, participate in an introductory, refresher, or advanced open water course. We have over 30 new and late model boats available!Sail the 'Caribbean of the North' on a captained or bareboat charter. Or, participate in an introductory, refresher, or advanced open water course. We have over 30 new and late model boats available!
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Port Superior Marina Association
Port Superior Marina - Lake Superior's Premiere Resort Marina.Port Superior Marina - Lake Superior's Premiere Resort Marina.
Apostle Islands Booksellers
A full-service, locally-owned, independent bookstore located in historic downtown Bayfield, WI. We offer a carefully selected variety of new books, charts, maps, cards and other gift ideasA full-service, locally-owned, independent bookstore located in historic downtown Bayfield, WI. We offer a carefully selected variety of new books, charts, maps, cards and other gift ideas
Madeline Island Ferry Line
Our ferries connect Bayfield and Madeline Island. The 25 minute trip runs every 1/2 hour during the summer. Walk, bike, or drive aboard. Relax and let the magic of Lake Superior weave its spell.Our ferries connect Bayfield and Madeline Island. The 25 minute trip runs every 1/2 hour during the summer. Walk, bike, or drive aboard. Relax and let the magic of Lake Superior weave its spell.
Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua
Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua is Wisconsin's most unique entertainment venue -- a 900 seat, state-of-the-art, all-canvas tent theater located south of Bayfield. Performances held June-September.Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua is Wisconsin's most unique entertainment venue -- a 900 seat, state-of-the-art, all-canvas tent theater located south of Bayfield. Performances held June-September.
City of Bayfield's Dalrymple Campground
28 privately wooded camp sites for tents & RV's with great Lake Superior views. Most sites have electric, water available, new toilets, no showers or dump station. Reservations are not accepted.28 privately wooded camp sites for tents & RV's with great Lake Superior views. Most sites have electric, water available, new toilets, no showers or dump station. Reservations are not accepted.
Legendary Waters Resort & Casino
Escape Ordinary EXPERIENCE LEGENDARYExperience everything that Legendary Waters Resort & Casino has to offer, you’ll understand why we are Northern Wisconsin's premier entertainment destination.
Escape Ordinary EXPERIENCE LEGENDARY
Experience everything that Legendary Waters Resort & Casino has to offer, you’ll understand why we are Northern Wisconsin's premier entertainment destination.
Erickson Orchards & Country Store
Our family owned apple orchard & strawberry farm has been in operation in Bayfield since 1954. Together we have kept the farm growing – selling apples & strawberries for pick-your-own & ready picked.Our family owned apple orchard & strawberry farm has been in operation in Bayfield since 1954. Together we have kept the farm growing – selling apples & strawberries for pick-your-own & ready picked.
White Winter Winery
White Winter Winery uses local small farm grown fruit and honey to make Award Winning Artisan Meads, Ciders, and Spirits!White Winter Winery uses local small farm grown fruit and honey to make Award Winning Artisan Meads, Ciders, and Spirits!
Honest Dog Books
Eclectic mix of new, used, and rare books plus rich assortment of curios.Eclectic mix of new, used, and rare books plus rich assortment of curios.
Recreation and Fitness Resources/Bayfield Rec Center
Recreation and Fitness Resources is a non-profit organization rooted in Bayfield, bringing you the Bayfield Rec Center, Programs, Classes, Special Events, Aspire, NCCS, & 1% for RecreationRecreation and Fitness Resources is a non-profit organization rooted in Bayfield, bringing you the Bayfield Rec Center, Programs, Classes, Special Events, Aspire, NCCS, & 1% for Recreation
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is Bayfield's hometown national park.Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is Bayfield's hometown national park.
Old Rittenhouse Inn
Onsite dining at the acclaimed Landmark Restaurant. Spacious accommodations with lake views, fireplaces, whirlpools. Beer/Wine weekends, dinner concerts and weddings. The place for special occasions.Onsite dining at the acclaimed Landmark Restaurant. Spacious accommodations with lake views, fireplaces, whirlpools. Beer/Wine weekends, dinner concerts and weddings. The place for special occasions.
