GOVERNMENT COMMUNITY DEPARTMENTS ABOUTCONTACT US PARKS Home Community Parks PARKS Things to see and do: Bird and Wildlife Watching Camping Fishing Nature Programs Picnicking Cross-country Skiing Snowshoeing The Ferry boats operate on regular schedules between Bayfield and LaPointe from April to December. BIG BAY TOWN PARK 715-747-3031 This family park is located six miles from the Ferry landing. Experience what visitors have called “the best beach in northern Wisconsin” at Big Bay Town Park. This award-winning 61-site campground and family park is one of the most impressive natural areas in not only the Apostle Islands, but the entire state of Wisconsin. Open year round, the park is owned and operated by the Town of La Pointe, and provides incredible views as well as the only access to the spectacular Big Bay Lagoon. Just 6 miles from the ferry dock in La Pointe, find out why Big Bay Town Park is a top choice for camping, hiking, swimming, biking, kayaking/canoeing, picnicking, beach combing, bird watching, snowshoeing, or simply relaxing on the beautiful 2 ½ mile sandy beach. Camping reservations are encouraged and can easily be made with major credit cards. Reservations made at www.bigbaytownpark.com. 2021 Campground Rates: Tent sites: $33/ night (includes tax) Electric Sites: $40/ night (includes tax) Picnic Shelter Rental Form: Recreation Center & Shelters Rental Form Website: www.bigbaytownpark.com EMAIL: BBTP@TOWNOFLAPOINTEWI.GOV BIG BAY STATE PARK 715-747-6425 Big Bay State Park is located seven miles from the Ferry landing, this is a gorgeous family park. It features camping, picnicking, hiking along 9 trails in the park, fishing, swimming at two miles of sand beach, and interpretive programs. Big Bay State Park is a 60-site family campground with shower and an indoor group camp. There is an accessible beach boardwalk with a self-guided nature trail. Reservations are generally required, especially during July and August. Camping Reservations - 888-947-2757 RECREATION CENTER 715-747-6913 Please call the Town Hall at (715) 747-6913 for availability of the Rec Center building and shelter. This center is owned and operated by the Town of LaPointe. The same form is used for rentals of the Picnic Shelter at Big Bay Town Park as well as the Shelter at Joni's Beach. Recreation Center & Shelters Rental Form JONI'S BEACH Located on Main Street just a few blocks from the ferry landing. Joni’s beach includes a sheltered picnic area, playground, a dock and beautiful sandy beach. Public Restrooms on-site. The Shelter can be reserved using the link above. TRAILS (SKI & HIKING) Hiking Trail Maps Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (www.wiparks.net) PARKS, FORESTS, RECREATION AREAS AND TRAILS COMMUNITY FORMS AND PERMITS CEMETERY ELECTIONS FAQS CLINIC MAPS PUBLIC LIBRARY PARKS MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY RESOURCES CONTACT US The Town Hall hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday, unless otherwise posted. 240 Big Bay Road. PO Box 270 Fax: 715-747-6654 Phone: 715-747-6913 Email: info@townoflapointewi.gov ACCESSIBILITY PRIVACY POLICY TERMS & CONDITIONS PO Box 270 La Pointe, WI 54850 © 2021 Town of La Pointe - Ashland County. All Rights Reserved. Wisconsin Web Design Company.