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    David P.

    Our captain was very knowledgeable of the Apostle Islands and entertaining. The Grand Tour was 55 miles, 2 1/2 hours and the best way to see the islands. It's best to remember a jacket, even if you think you don't need one.

    Devil's Island
    Sho R.

    2+ hours of cruise is fun. The islands are really beautiful. There is a lot of history behind these places starting from French Missionaries. Devils island is probably the most beautiful island. There were a lot of folks kayaking with guides. That would have been fun as well.

    Melanie C.

    We took the Grand Tour. We were able to change our tour time the day before by calling - they were very flexible. Tour was very informative. Great narration. The highlight was the devils island and seeing bald eagles! The staff was very good about pointing things out. I felt appreciated and safe on this cruise.

    Nice clean boat
    Michael S.

    It was a great trip. I would highly recommend this charter service. Staff were so kind and informative. Our captain is was the owner. She was great!!!!!! We would go out with them again anytime.

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    PJ C.

    A very nice cruise with an excellent narration by the captain. We saw some excellent scenery and learned a lot about the history and geology of the area. We even saw some young eagles in their nest. As others have mentioned if you want to get on the upper deck it appears you need to show up an hour early. We got stuck inside since we were only 20 mins early. It was not too bad since it was cloudy and overcast. We did venture up top at times to take pictures that were not through the windows of the cabin. If it were a sunny and hot day (we went of the 10am cruise) it would be miserable inside - a real oven. We tried sitting on the back of the boat on the first level but the roar of the engines drowned out the narration. Despite the seating issue I would still recommend if you want to see the islands.

    cold October day
    Rob H.

    We booked it online weeks before we were going to be in Bayfield for the weekend. Everything about the online reservation process, office staff, supporting staff on the boat, and the Captain was great. The tour itself was fun, Mike the Captain, is very knowledgeable and passionate about the tour. He did great at giving historical stories and information about the islands and truly make the 3 hour tour a memorable time. The only part I would have changed is nothing the Cruise can control - The weather. The day we when was 38 degrees, overcast with drizzle/snow flurries. Once you are out on Superior, that 38 degrees drops 10-15 degrees and the wind really picks up. Mike said the waves were 3-4 foot so being on the upper deck for sight seeing became a different world with the weather. I will come back in July and do it again!

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    Carmen J.

    Very relaxing day Wonderful three hours on the water so beautiful. It was a great way to see the fall leaves. I didn't even know there were islands like that. It was very cold tho. We drove up from the twin cities. If I did it again I would try staying there instead of driving right home. It was a dark wet ride home.

    Hermit Island
    Jacqueline T.

    We did the 10am grand tour. We booked a few months in advance. When booking, we were advised to get there by 9am for a good seat. We were running early and ended up getting there before 8:30 so we were the first in line. They start boarding right at 9:40 as advertised. We got seats right at the front of the boat up top. I think the left side would have been slightly better because that's where all of the views were, but they did always turn around so that the other side could see too. The views at Hermit Island on the way out were pretty good. The cliffs were pretty and there were some bald eagles that they pointed out. After that, there wasn't much to see until Devil's Island. They tried to make it more entertaining with commentary, but I think they need louder speakers because it was hard to hear with the wind up top. The views of the sea caves at Devil's Island were gorgeous and definitely made the trip. The whole trip was about 2.5 hours. The ride was incredibly smooth. I'd definitely recommend this tour!

    Sea caves
    Lily W.

    Lovely experience seeing the beautiful Apostle Islands in one afternoon! The tour guide was very personable and shared interesting facts without being overly talkative or cheesy. A few tips: they sell water, soda, and coffee onboard, but you're allowed to bring your own food and beverage. Several folks brought coolers with beer which we didn't realize was an option. Get there early!! We arrived an hour early and still were behind 10 or so people in line. Sit up top- and sit on the left side of the boat. Bring a sweater, because we were there on a very choppy day and got pretty sprayed with cold water from Lake Superior. Overall, highly recommend - this tour exceeded my expectations!

    Raspberry Island Lighthouse
    Justin G.

    This was a fun and very pleasant boat ride along Lake Superior to view the Apostle Islands. The guide was quite informative about the lake, geology, and the history of the area. They informed the passengers that the waters were rough as a courtesy. It wasn't bad at all. The boat wasn't overly full either. This is a great way to see Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. The boat ride was even better than the one for Pictured Rocks NL.

    Olivia R.

    I'm so happy we got to do the grand tour. It was 3 hrs. A bit long for my 2 kiddos but sooo worth it. The captain was incredibly knowledgeable and funny. He grew up and volunteered on the islands most of his youth, so he had quite the insights. Thanks to him we got to see Bald Eagles at their nest and flying around which was really exciting for the 6yr old. Overall a great and quality experience. Boat crew were sanitizing the rails every hr. Everyone wore a mask.

    Willard D.

    For our first time in the area we decided to do the cruise to get an overall sense of the place. Although it was overcast and a bit hazy, our captain and his crew were exceptionally friend,y and helpful. The captain narrated throughout with great stories about each island and the lake itself, taking us through history and geology of this unique area. Although I'm sure he's done it many times, he sounded spontaneous and enthusiastic as if it were his first cruise, which made it more fun. I was surprised to learn there are bears and deer on some of the islands--I didn't know they could swim and I'm still skeptical, but there you go. Seating is on an upper open deck or a lower inside deck, which has more comfortable seats but more limited view. It's a hefty trip at about 2.5 hours, but worth it for an overview of the islands. There are bathrooms and a small concession stand as well. There were lots of small children on board but I wouldn't recommend it for them as most seemed restless and bored, wandering around, wriggling, etc. I don't blame them; it's just not an activity for small kids. We adults enjoyed it though!

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    Good Earth Outfitters - Sea Caves toward sunset.

    Good Earth Outfitters

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    Updated 7/20/2017 - visiting Ashland/Bayfield area. Had such a great time last year at good earth,…read moredecided to do it again. It was fantastic! Captain mike does a great job. We had a wonderful time. Be sure to give them a try and also check out their shop. Thanks!! July 2016 - We discovered these folks from a pamphlet we picked up in a restaurant down in Ashland. We had planned on going to Michigan for a day trip, but with the terrible storm damage and wash outs - decided to change our plans. Let me just say our Sea Cave trip with captain Mike could not have been any better! We had such a great time. The boat was so fun and fast. The lake and caves were great. And Mike was very personable and knowledgeable. Also, their gift shop is very nice too. I highly recommend. And the only thing I'm disappointed about, is the fact that we didn't discover them sooner. Our trip was ABSOLUTELY GREAT. Hard working people - helping families build lasting vacation memories. Highly recommend!!!!!!! Thanks again!!!!! Jamie Independence Iowa

    Wow - Spectacular!…read more Good Earth Outfitter's Cornucopia - Sea Caves - Apostle Island National Lakeshore - boat tour is simply the best opportunity to get you and your family, up close and personal with some of Lake Superior's finest architecture - the Apostle Island National Lakeshore sea caves located about 1.5 miles East of Meyer's Beach Rd. From the gift store to getting out on the water, Good Earth Outfitters has created one of the "South Shore's" most unique experiences. Captain Mike is thorough and professional, very experienced in providing a safe boating experience for up to 6 guests per trip. Their services include - Sea Cave Boat Tours, Sand Island Sightseeing Tours, Apostle Island Boat Tours and Water Taxi Services in and around the Apostle Islands on Lake Superior. Good Earth Outfitters is based out of Cornucopia, WI the western access to the Apostle Islands. Cornucopia is located on the Wisconsin Scenic Lake Superior Byway just 22 miles north of Bayfield, WI or 60 miles south on Hwy 13 from Superior, WI. Good Earth Outfitters LLC provides scheduled boat tours to the famous Lake Superior Apostle Islands Mainland Sea Caves and Sand Island and Split Rock Lighthouse across the bay. If you are looking for a few last minute items, they may have just what you need. Please check out their kayak and camping section located in their gift shop. They stock items that will make your kayaking or camping adventure to the Apostle Islands safer and more enjoyable. Good Earth Outfitters is located in the Marina District of Cornucopia, WI next to the Green Museum or just across the Harbor from Halvorson Fisheries, the best place to buy your Lake Superior White Fish and Lake Trout. Good Earth Outfitters gift shop is open from May through October. Taking a tour with Captain Mike and Good Earth Outfitters was the thrill of our Labor Day/ Fish Boil weekend celebration. I am so glad we took time to take the boat trip with Captain Mike - give them a call and book a trip - I am 100% confident you'll be glad you did

    Apostle Islands Rustic Makwa Den - Breathtaking sea caves

    Apostle Islands Rustic Makwa Den

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    If you are interested in Apostle Island kayaking, this is the place to go! Troy, and his family-run…read morebusiness provided everything we needed to feel safe and confident. The views! The laughs! My family will be making this our annual trip. It was a beautiful experience. Thank you Rustic Mukwa Den.

    We booked a sea caves kayak tour with Rustic Makwa over Labor Day weekend, and my experience could…read morehave definitely been better. The good - Our guide was excellent - he showed great care in talking about safety while on land, he was patient with the people on the tour who were new to kayaking, and he made sure to lead us to all the sea caves and point out great pictures spots without making the tour feel rushed. The experience on the water was good, and the beauty of the sea caves is just breathtaking. The bad - The communication prior to the start of the tour. We arrived at Meyers Beach around 15 minutes before our 3 PM tour (per the instructions in the confirmation email), and we did not see anyone there associated with Rustic Makwa. Time passes until 2:55, and we still do not see anyone. I check my email: nothing. I eventually call the phone number on the email, and I am assured the guide is "on his way, will be there shortly after 3". We waited until about 3:10, and nobody had arrived. I call the number again and am told that the guide will be there by 3:20. We wait until 3:30, and I text the number: I am told the guide is close by. Finally, around 3:40, just as we are about to leave, our guide finally arrived. Apparently, the guide was waiting for the winds to die down a bit before starting the tour - hence the delay. While I appreciated the tour's commitment to safety, the lack of communication was disheartening. There were only three groups on our tour. The time it would have taken to update us on the tour's current conditions/status (via email/text/phone call) would not have taken long. I understand the weather is unpredictable, and it isn't easy to make the call sometimes on whether or not tours can safely be conducted. However, providing information and updates (without having me chase the information down) would have allowed us to better use our limited time in Bayfield by not having us wait in the parking lot area for almost an hour.

    Madeline Island Ferry Line - Ferry

    Madeline Island Ferry Line

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    Way too costly. For what you experience on the other side. Hardly any shops on the island. Looks…read morelike a tornado had been through and no businesses recovered after that. I guess if you want a drink it's good but for us non drinkers there was a fudge store that was double the price more than Bayfield. (That you do not need a feet for)

    The only way to get from Bayfield to Madeline Island so you gotta make the most of it!! As a first…read moretimer, I had more enthusiasm round 1 as opposed to round 5. Upon entry, you can purchase your ticket directly on the dock in either a 1-way or round trip. If you're good with keeping a ticketed piece of paper, you can attempt the round trip if you need to come back. Otherwise, we didn't like the idea that our ticket could get lost so we always did a 1-way. Vehicles of all kinds load onto the ferry with an extremely efficient staff and then magic happens as you are transported in about 20 minutes. Dogs are welcomed on the ferry along with bikes, scooters and walk-ons. Our lesson learned was that we didn't need to take our vehicle everywhere and the next time we visit, we plan to do a lot more commuting via foot. In addition, it's way cheaper to travel without a vehicle. There is a ferry schedule posted online and lots of hard copy handouts around town. Once the ferry is going across Lake Superior, if you can exit the car (sometimes you can't depending on how tight parking is), you can walk up the steps to the observation deck or stand near your vehicle. I like that there's a variety of ways to travel and I imagine locals see this is just another bus or train route like any other means of transportation. Contrary, visitors will always be in awe as it's not something you see everyday. Shout out to the staff and operations as the ferry was always on time, on schedule and staff were kind. We had beautiful weather in late September / early October so the air and colors were poppin'. Thank you!!

    Apostle Islands Cruises - boating - Updated August 2026

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