Anyone who loves adventure can get a water taxi to experience ultimate seclusion at the Apostle islands, people come from all over the world. There are over 50 miles of hiking trails, some lead you to beautiful pristine beaches with lots of secluded camping. This place is so vast and huge, many times I don't see any other boats. You can be sure not very many people get to experience it.
July and August are the busiest time out here. When choosing a camp site keep in mind the location of the camp site compared to the dock, some sites have you hiking a couple miles to get to your site, like any camping some sites are far better than others.
I do quite a bit of water taxi, scheduling around my trips to Devils Island, over nighters, or where ever adventure seekers want to go. I’ve had people that are coming for the first time camping at the Apostle Islands, to people that have made it a yearly tradition. My enthusiasm for the Apostle Islands mixed with their excitement makes a great experience for all.
It's my goal to hike all the trails at the Apostle islands! I once hiked a 6 mile trail by my self on Basswood Island and I know there was not another soul on the island. I have to say the beauty of the unique Eco system is like none other. It can change several times on a hike, from old growth to new growth, high lands too wet lands and bogs to beaches.
Always keep in mind the lake is the boss! Every plan depends on the weather! Unfortunately a little luck and guessing also come into play. Be prepared for everything, including a longer stay on the island than you had planed. The weather forecasts have never been better so most often we can determine before you set out how the weather will be, however that is best just days before your trip, so if your coming from a long distance away have a second option for if the conditions are just to terrible.
I have a link on my website that leads you to more info on hiking, camping and weather at the Apostle Islands, or just give me a call and I will be happy to answer questions you may have.
Captain Shelly Holland
Escapeexcursions.com
612-805-7454
