About Washburn
The "Little Town on the Big Lake" sits on the shores of Chequamegon Bay on Lake Superior, where the North still feels wild. Washburn is the center of adventure on Wisconsin's Apostle Islands coast — a gateway to sea kayaking, world-class mountain biking on the Tri-County Corridor, and a small-town dining scene that punches well above its weight.
Plan Your Trip
Best Time to Visit
Summer for Apostle Islands kayaking and Lake Superior beaches; fall for Chequamegon Bay foliage and mountain biking; winter for cross-country skiing.
Getting There
Duluth International (DLH) is 60 miles west. US-2 and WI-13 are the main scenic routes along the Lake Superior shore.
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Plan Your Visit to Washburn
Best Time to Visit
Summer for Apostle Islands kayaking and Lake Superior beaches; fall for Chequamegon Bay foliage and mountain biking; winter for cross-country skiing.
Suggested Trip Length
A long weekend
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Getting There
Duluth International (DLH) is 60 miles west. US-2 and WI-13 are the main scenic routes along the Lake Superior shore.
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