LATEST NEWS ABOUT SILVER BAY CITY DEPARTMENTS CITY GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS GALLERY ABOUT SILVER BAY The City of Silver Bay is located in Lake County, Minnesota, on the scenic North Shore of Lake Superior approximately 56 miles northeast of Duluth, MN on US Highway 61. The community, which was originally built by Reserve Mining Company for the employees in its taconite processing plant, was incorporated in 1956 and has approximately 1,850 residents. Silver Bay lies three miles northeast of Beaver Bay, the oldest community on the North Shore. Silver Bay takes pride in its fine school system, library, marina, recreation facilities and programs, municipal liquor store and clean community. The City also owns a beautiful nine-hole golf course complete with driving range, which receives accolades from visitors as well as locals. The City borders on Tettegouche State Park and Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. The Superior National Forest and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area are located nearby. There are numerous other parks, lakes, rivers, and scenic areas located within a 15-mile radius of the City. Bayside Park, located on the shores of Lake Superior, includes a sand beach, picnic areas, boat launch, scenic vista, and a scuba divers’ dock. The City is surrounded by hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, and ATV trails. Many of which link with State Trails. There is easy access to both the Superior Hiking Trail and the state snowmobile and ATV trails from the City since these trails lie partially within the City limits. Many visitors are drawn to the area due to its natural beauty and its vast array of recreational activities. The City hosts numerous hockey and softball tournaments each year. There is something for everyone in Silver Bay – come visit us and you’ll see why! City Hall - 7 Davis Drive - Silver Bay, MN, 55614 - 218.226.4408 Web development by Megan Timm

LATEST NEWS ABOUT SILVER BAY CITY DEPARTMENTS CITY GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS GALLERY AIRPORT The airport runway is closed permanently. The Wayne Johnson Silver Bay Municipal Airport [KBFW] is located approximately seven miles southwest of Silver Bay on County Road 3. This small aircraft airport is unattended and there is not fuel available onsite. Phone No.: 218.226.3542 Airport Information Phone No.: 218.226.4408 Airport Contact: Lana Fralich, City Administrator (email Lana) Runway 7-25 3,200 x 75 asphalt, trees on each end Lights Beacon, PCL/PAPI/REIL Approaches NDB and GPS Approach Frequency Minneapolis Center 134.55 CTAF 122.9 NDB (BFW) 350 Traffic Pattern Altitude (MSL/AGL) 1890/801 AWOS NDB 350 218.226.3537 Hangar rates: $85 per month (airplane); and $175 per month (hangar storage rent) (two-year lease terms). Click here to pay your monthly hangar rent. PLEASE READ for credit card processing service fees. GovPayNet Terms of Service If interested in renting a hangar, please contact City Hall at 218.226.4408. City Hall - 7 Davis Drive - Silver Bay, MN, 55614 - 218.226.4408 Web development by Megan Timm