Ethels at 250, Bayfield Wisconsin

Bayfield...the gateway to the Apostle Islands.

Bayfield offers a quiet and relaxing retreat away from it all. If you have forgotten how to relax, here are some ideas to get you started.

Bayfield Arial Photo Discover what Bayfield has to offer by way of water by sail, power, kayak, charter, ferry or cruise service...the 22 Apostle Islands are waiting for you. For the sportsperson, there is outstanding fishing among the islands. Hike or bike one of the many trails that surround Bayfield. Apostle Highlands Golf Course Play a round of golf at one of two golf courses that provide beautiful vistas of the bay and the islands or simply enjoy the sky blue waters and relax on a sand beach at one of our parks.

Spend a day touring one of the many orchards that dot the hills around Bayfield. Pick strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries and cherries or apples and pears. Take a piece of Bayfield home with you and buy some of the many homemade products made from the fruit in the area.

Orchards in Bayfield Whether you pick up a secondhand book, enjoy some fresh baked goods, discover a unique piece by one of our local artists, or visit our the Heritage or Maritime museums, the downtown area in Bayfield offers many a retail experience for everybody.

At the end of the day have some dinner at Ethel's before you catch a show at Big Top Chautauqua, enjoy the starry night sky (keep a lookout for the northern lights), or just take a stroll along the lake.

We are proud to be a member of the Bayfield Chamber of Commerce. For detailed information on the Bayfield area, please visit their website.