Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
Devil's Island Marina Construction
Contractors will be rehabbing the Devils Island Marina during summer 2025. During this time, the marina and campsite will remain closed. Staging for this project may cause occasional impacts at Little Sand Bay.
Ice Caves Status: Closed
The ice caves near Meyers Beach within the National Lakeshore are currently inaccessible due to non-existent or unstable ice conditions. The last time conditions allowed access to the ice caves was 2015.
Oak & Outer Islands Temporarily Closed
Due to ongoing bear activity, a temporary closure is in place for Oak and Outer Islands. This includes all campsites, trails, docks, and day-use areas. These closures are necessary to ensure visitor safety and bear well-being.
Ongoing Closure Notices
Devils Island dock and campsites, West Bay Club on Sand Island, and the trail on Stockton Island between Presque Isle Bay and Quarry Bay are closed. These closures affect only a small portion of the Lakeshore. Enjoy your visit.
Hunting Season
Hunting is permitted at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, from September (after Labor Day) to the first week in January. Stay safe by wearing bright colors and sticking to marked trails during hunting season.
Bear Alert
Black bears inhabit many of the Apostle Islands. Follow safety guidelines: store food and scented items properly, hike in groups, stay attentive, and make noises if you encounter a bear in a visitor area.
Private Inholdings: Sand & Rocky Islands
There are privately occupied residences and docks on the southeast corner of Sand Island, as well as just north of Group Site A on Rocky Island. These areas are closed to the public. Please respect their privacy and do not trespass in these locations.
Meyers Beach Parking Fees: Digital Payments Only
All parking fees at Meyers Beach must be paid online through pay.gov. Look for on-site signage with QR codes directing to the payment form. Cash will not be accepted on-site. This change follows the March 25, 2025 Executive Order on modernizing payments.
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