WI-13 Lake Superior Scenic Byway
Wisconsin Highway 13 traces 70 miles of the Bayfield Peninsula's Lake Superior shoreline, from the US-2 roundabout in Barksdale west of Ashland to County Highway H near the Brule River in Cloverland. Designated a National Scenic Byway, the route passes Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa lands, miles of sand beach, historic fishing villages, dozens of orchards and fruit farms, and the gateway to Apostle Islands National Lakeshore — home to the largest collection of lighthouses in North America. Fall color on the peninsula typically peaks mid-to-late September.
What you'll hit along the way.
Rider-verified stops, overlooks, fuel, and the corners worth knowing about — in the order you'll meet them.
Parkland
The route begins here in a quiet rural township where WI-13 heads north toward Lake Superior.
Red Cliff / Gaa-Miskwaabikaang
A tribal community of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, situated close to the lake shore with views of the Apostle Islands.
Portside Bar & Restaurant
A waterfront dining stop near Bayfield offering a convenient break with local food and lake views.
Washburn
A small lakeside city with a historic downtown and easy access to Chequamegon Bay.
10th Avenue West Scenic Overlook
A dedicated overlook in Ashland providing a broad view across Chequamegon Bay toward the Apostle Islands.
Ashland
The route's endpoint is a historic port city on Chequamegon Bay with murals, shops, and dining options.
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