Fall is a gorgeous time in Wisconsin. The leaves are turning, the smell of apples and autumn is in the air, and the atmosphere has a clean, crisp feeling to it. Something about this season calls for a countryside escape. Fortunately, with your Milwaukee car rentals you have just the vehicle necessary to get away from the bustle of the city. Right on the brink of Apostle Islands, you’ll get a beautiful vista of the country and a waterfront view.
There are plenty of places to stay and things to do when you visit Bayfield. Our suggestion is to stay for a weekend, rather than try to fit everything in for a day trip. Bayfield is gorgeous for the whole family, but if you want to experience it to the max, you may be better off having it as a romantic weekend trip away. However, that certainly doesn’t mean you should miss out even if you have the kids along too. Read on to find out why you should visit Bayfield in your Milwaukee car rentals.
Apostle Islands
The Apostle Islands are a gorgeous piece of heaven on Lake Superior. With 21 islands sprinkled across the horizon, you’ll be able to enjoy gorgeous autumn walks on the beach or canoe trips along the waters.
If you do decide to stay for just a day, there are daytrip tours that will show you the most beautiful spots along the islands. Lighthouses glimmer on each one’s shore, illuminated the land on which campers huddle in their tents. Though it may no longer be warm enough, snorkeling to see the various wrecks and ruins in the shallower waters is a popular activity on the islands.
If you’re looking for a little bit of urban breath while you’re on your weekend away, head to Madeline Island. There are historic sites and shops where you can pick up any necessities or extra snacks. Nearby is the Big Bay State Park with plenty of walking trails for the outdoorsy-types and a breathtaking expanse of beach. Once you’ve parked the Milwaukee car rentals, rent a moped to explore the island to its full extent.
The most popular island for camping is Stockton, which has a good number of hiking trails that offer gorgeous sights of nature, the lighthouse, and the surrounding bay.
Where to stay in Bayfield
There are plenty of lodging options in Bayfield to suit your style of travel. If you’d like a cute little bed and breakfast, the Artesian House Bed & Breakfast may be for you. Located on 25 acres of wooded land at 84100 Hatchery Road, the B&B is just a short drive in your Milwaukee car rentals outside of town. With an eco-friendly certification, you can feel good about lodging in this elegant inn. You have access to a deck for outdoor relaxation, and trails and access to the lake are on hand.
Harbor Hill House is another B&B just on the cusp of Bayfield at 141 North Front Street. From the wraparound porch, you’ll have a decadent view of Madeline Island encompassed by Lake Superior.
Where to eat
If you’re looking for fresh fish while you’re next to the lake, then The Pub Restaurant and Wine Bar is the place for you. A cute little place located at 700 Main Street in La Pointe, this pub and wine bar specializes in steak, seafood, stone hearth pizza, whitefish, and fresh lake trout. This is the perfect place for a nice dinner out for regional meals and a bottle of nice wine.
For a meal on the run before you hit the trails, grab a lunch of Wisconsin cheeses and deli meats or a sandwich and salad from Wild by Nature Deli. Located at 100 Rittenhouse Avenue Entrance on First Street in Bayfield, this tasty little place will give you a bite of Wisconsin agriculture.
Of course, you can’t go a weekend without coffee. The Big Water Coffee Roasters serves artisan roasted coffee and baked goods made from scratch each day. Located at 100 Rittenhouse Avenue in Bayfield, this is the perfect place for your morning coffee.
It would be impossible to list all the sites to see in Bayfield. With orchards, berry picking, and plenty of outdoor land and water activities for both summer and winter, there’s plenty to do for all sorts of people.
Start off your trip to Bayfield on the right foot when you reserve your Milwaukee car rentals from Mayfair today.
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