Best place I found in the Bayfield area for souvenir shopping. Great selection of merch at…read morereasonable prices. Service was friendly and efficient.

The vibe from the staff is very hostile. They just stare at you slack jawed and follow you around…read morelike you are going to shop lift from them. My kids are very cute and were welcomed everywhere we went, except here. The guy got annoyed at my four year old daughter because she was playing hide and seek and made a rude comment about running not being allowed in the store. That doesn't even touch on the fact that the products are of awful quality and overpriced. If I didn't know better, I'd have thought I was in a Hollywood boulevard shop getting hustled. It's especially odd to see tons of MAGA branded merchandise when there doesn't seem to be a single item made in the USA. Get a grip and stop being hypocritical edge lords. I'll gladly pay extra for quality goods at another store in town instead of buying some garbage from there that will fall apart after a couple of uses and probably give me or my family lead poisoning.

Howl is one of those boutiques that makes wandering Bayfield even more enjoyable!…read more The shop has a great vibe and selection of clothing, outdoor gear, and accessories. I visited during the colder months and was impressed by how much well-chosen winter gear they had--cozy layers, warm accessories, and practical pieces that still look stylish. I ended up leaving with a warm winter hat!

Wow, hard to believe no one has reviewed Howl yet…read more We visited Bayfield over Labor Day, staying at a B&B down the road. Before leaving Minneapolis, we booked a half-day yacht cruise for Saturday morning, which turned out to be lovely. The reason I mention the cruise is that our captain also owns Howl (as well as the Howl Adventure Center just south of town). We stopped into the retail store the following morning as we dodged raindrops, enjoying a chat with the captain and his family. I would characterize the clothing and equipment on the shelf here (as well as the Adventure Center) as "upper end" although insufficient to completely supply many an outdoor trek. That said, the equipment on sale was interesting, reasonably priced, not overly "touristy" (although there were some items geared to the visiting tourist). As an aging backpacker, it was very difficult to not pick up a few items, but I've vowed not to buy more "stuff" until I get my knees replaced! I did succumb to a few bicycling accessories at the Adventure Center, however! Howl Clothing is right downtown, just a block away from the docks and right across the street from the Bayfield Inn. It's worth stopping in to browse, and we will use their sailing services when next we visit during the summer.

Love, love, love the amount of yarn, the pattern books and the examples. All nicely displayed on…read morethe first floor. If you look at the size of the city this store is huge. Little remark though. Was here for at least twenty minutes browsing through the books and yarns and I saw no staff...... Meanwhile, two ladies we're busy downstairs discussies things. So a wide variety of yarns and patterns for crochette and knitting, but no so big in service. Downstairs you'll find all kind of things. Clothes, shoes, little gifts.

Fun bike shop just south of Bayfield town, owned by the proprietors of Howl Clothing in downtown…read moreBayfield, and Dreamcatcher Sailing. There's a bunch of interesting biking gear, mid-to-high end bicycles, bike rentals, and apparently cross country ski gear and rentals during the winter months. After passing the big (nay, huge!) "wolf" swing set outside several times on our way to-from our B&B, we felt we had to stop by to check it out. The staff was very helpful and informative, although it was a surprisingly slow Labor Day. There is also a nascent brewery opening in the same building (Adventure Brewing), but they were not yet pouring their first batches (although they should be by now). We took advantage of the short walking paths through the fields, which apparently turn into X-C ski trails once the snow piles up. We were so impressed with Bayfield and its typical annual snowfall that we are planning to return in the winter for a weekend of skiing!

Great place to grab a beer or cider, socialize, play outdoor games and try out equipment. Lots of…read morefun outdoor clothing.

You'll find all kinds of wonderful treasures in this shop from things to decorate your home to name…read morebrand clothing. This is not your run of the mill thrift/2nd hand shop! Staff and volunteers work hard to give you the feeling you're walking into a boutique. In addition to being a shop where you are bound to find something you like, ENCORE is a tremendous supporter of the Bayfield Rec Center. It's always rewarding to know that the money you spend makes an impact on an entire community. Thank you ENCORE!

How rude Brought donation items to Encore in Bayfield and…read morethe lady told me that she wouldn't take the items because they were not resaleable Is this a word? She didn't even look at it any of it but one pair of snow pants that were slightly stained because they are pink ( who dresses their kids to play outside in pink) my donations are always clean But she embarrassed me in front of customers, I never have been treated so Terribly in there ever ! Besides that there was nothing wrong with any of it Never going in there again to watch that bitch turn her nose up at me, shouldn't judge me When you don't know me

A wonderful gallery with jewelry and metal work…read more I have been buying my Christmas presents for years. The snails and lillies are my faves.

From the owner: Kerr Studio and Gallery is easy to find on the waterfront just across from the Madeline Island…read moreFerry landing on Front Street. The gallery's motto is, ''Fresh Art Made Daily®©TM''and it offers brass flower bouquets; gold, silver, and titanium jewelry; copper patina vases; bronze trees; aluminum wind chimes; and steel garden sculptures. Many designs are on display, from the whimsical to the weighty. Commissions are also accepted. All artwork is handcrafted by Brian Kerr who sculpted ''The Memorial to the Commercial Fisherman'' in the Bayfield Harbor.

Not only is this a great shop and conveniently located next to the water, but they are a tremendous…read moresupporter of the Bayfield Rec Center. It's always rewarding to know that the money you spend makes an impact in an entire community. Thank you Keeper of the Light!

Well...they sell souvenirs. That's pretty much it. Not a special store. No special service.read more

Apostle Islands Booksellers is an absolute gem in Bayfield…read more From the moment you walk in, it feels warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully curated. The selection is impressive for a small-town bookstore with great picks across fiction, nonfiction, kids' books, and plenty of titles that celebrate local history, nature, and Lake Superior culture. A must-stop spot in Bayfield for book lovers!

What a lovely little local book shop nestled right in the tourist hustle and bustle of Bayfield…read more Stopped here on a couple of occasions on a recent trip. It's a small shop but it's brimming with books. On one visit, it was a bit crowded (I like to really linger over shelves of books and felt like it was a bit too busy for that). So I came back a second time when they were a bit less busy. I love when bookshops offer recommendations from their workers--the best! They have a shelf full of fun recommendations and I was able to pick up my next read there. A top notch experience at a top notch local bookseller. Get to it!