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Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

These islands in Lake Superior have been inhabited by early Native Americans, pioneer farmers, commercial fishermen, lighthouse keepers and their families. They host the nation's finest collection of lighthous... More

Looking out towards Eagle Island

Looking out towards Eagle Island

Kayakers regularly explore the mainland sea caves from a launch point at Meyers Beach when conditions are calm. Always take caution and check the lake conditions before you head out.

Sunset through the Keyhole - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery

Sunset through the Keyhole - Public Domain image, National Parks Galle...

The Keyhole arch is one of the most well known features at the mainland sea caves.

Sea Caves - free images of Wisconsin

Sea Caves - free images of Wisconsin

The most spectacular sea caves in the national lakeshore form in cliffs composed of the Devils Island Sandstone formation.

View of the Sea Caves from the Mainland Trail

View of the Sea Caves from the Mainland Trail

Several nice views of the mainland sea caves can be seen from overlooks along the Lakeshore Trail.

Tourist Attraction - Devils Island Sea Caves

Tourist Attraction - Devils Island Sea Caves

The north end of Devils Island is honeycombed with sea caves. Devils Island is the namesake of the colorful, thinly-bedded sandstone formation that contains the most spectacular sea caves.

Mainland Sea Caves from the water

Mainland Sea Caves from the water

The best way to view the sea caves is being on the water. The opening in the center of the photo contains the “Keyhole” arch.

Mawikwe Ice - free images of Wisconsin

Mawikwe Ice - free images of Wisconsin

A scene from the frozen sea caves on Mawikwe Bay, in the park's mainland unit.

Photographing Devils Island Light

Photographing Devils Island Light

Daily excursion boat trips feature a “Grand Tour” past the light tower and sea caves on Devils Island.

The Garage - free images of Wisconsin

The Garage - free images of Wisconsin

The “Garage” is the largest sea cave found in the park’s mainland unit.

Looking down from above the keyhole

Looking down from above the keyhole

One of the overlook points along the Lakeshore Trail is located on the promontory that contains the Keyhole arch.

Meyers Beach - free images of Wisconsin

Meyers Beach - free images of Wisconsin

A popular place to visit on the mainland is Meyers Beach. Along with an excellent sand beach, Meyers Beach also features a hiking trial and sea caves that are visible by boat or trail.

Look Up - free images of Wisconsin

Look Up - free images of Wisconsin

Icicles will form in sea caves the same way stalactites form in other caves.

Mainland sea cave crevasse, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, 2014.

Mainland sea cave crevasse, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, 2014.

Also known as a 'littoral cave', a sea cave is formed primarily by the wave action of the sea. The primary process is erosion. They are found throughout the world, actively forming along coastlines and as relic... More

Waves crash against sea caves, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, 2014.

Waves crash against sea caves, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, 201...

Also known as a 'littoral cave', a sea cave is formed primarily by the wave action of the sea. The primary process is erosion. They are found throughout the world, actively forming along coastlines and as relic... More