Wisconsin’s Lake Superior Water Trail is a network of launch areas, points of interest, picnic areas, and campsites spread across 153 miles of mainland coastline and Madeline Island. It includes 12 segments, each with its own distinct character, challenges, and rewards. Madeline Island is the largest of the Apostle Islands and is the only island to have a permanent settlement on it. The Madeline Island coastline is beautiful with azure blue waters, sand and cobble beaches, exposed rocky shores and cliffs, undeveloped shoreline near Devil’s Cauldron and long the parks, and some sections lined with seasonal homes and cottages. Circumnavigation of the island is 32 miles but lodging and camping is found on the island. On days when it is rough on the open waters, Big Bay Lagoon is a good option for a reprieve from the waves (see Canoe: Big Bay Lagoon). Take caution of strong currents in both the North and South Channel.