Photo of Lake Superior Beach with rocks cover surface

Photo of Lake Superior Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Lake Superior Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Lake Superior Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

6.6

Good

Lake Superior Beach

Silver Bay, United States

#12 out of 12 in Minnesota

6.6

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Perfect for swimming Short mountain trail

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Located outside the settlement

Illgen City • 1 km

Map of beach

Park Black Beach Park

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Rocky Taconite

6.9km

Tourist Attraction Northshore Scenic Lookout

7.5km

Historical Landmark Split Rock

6.3km

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About

Lake Superior Beach is located on the Superior lake and it is in the 12th place out of 12 beaches in the Minnesota region 303.3 km away from its center, the city of Saint Paul. It is one of the beaches of Illgen City settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Lake Superior Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

Lake Superior Beach (Minnesota) is located outside the Illgen City settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Lake Superior Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+20 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

5.4 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

0 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Illgen City • 1 km

Map of beach

Park Black Beach Park

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Rocky Taconite

6.9km

Tourist Attraction Northshore Scenic Lookout

7.5km

Historical Landmark Split Rock

6.3km

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

Illgen City • 1km

Main locality of province

Saint Paul • 303.3km

Transport

Airport

BFW • 19.4km

Bus Station

Superior St & 54 AE • 83.6km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Lake Superior Beach?

The Lake Superior Beach is mostly covered with rocks. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.

What are the key activities at Lake Superior Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Lake Superior Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Lake Superior Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

Lake Superior Beach is partially protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Lake Superior Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Lake Superior Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with rocks and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Lake Superior Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Lake Superior Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Lake Superior Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Lake Superior Beach.

How far is the Lake Superior Beach from parking?

The Lake Superior Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

What is the best time of the year to visit Lake Superior Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Lake Superior Beach is July. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature -5°C and water -4°C. See more details in weather section.