Lake Superior Scenic Drive
Hiking & Camping Guides & Books

Hiking Wisconsin

Author Eric Hansen is well known in upper Midwest hiking circles. His book on Wisconsin profiles 60 hiking and walking trails . . . complete with hike descriptions, difficulty ratings, and trail lengths. [More info]

Hiking Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Eric Hansen's guide to UP hiking is well respected in hiking circles. This guide includes profiles on some terrific off-the-beaten path hiking trails. [More info]

Gentle Hikes: Minnesota's Most Scenic North Shore Hikes Under 3 Miles

We've found the "Gentle Hikes" books worthwhile and well-documented guides to interesting hikes, walks, picnic areas and scenic attractions around Lake Superior. Versions exist for the Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Also see Gentle Hikes: Northern Wisconsin's Most Scenic Lake Superior Hikes Under 3 Miles

Also see Gentle Hikes of Upper Michigan: Upper Michigan's Most Scenic Lake Superior Hikes Under 3 Miles

Hiking the North Shore: 50 Fabulous Day Hikes in Minnesota's Spectacular Lake Superior Region

Andrew Slade is a veteran outdoorsman who has extensively explored Minnesota's North Shore both camping and hiking. He also has trekked the entire Superior Hiking Trail. These are his favorite day hikes along the North Shore.

Guide to the Superior Hiking Trail

The premier guide to hiking and camping along one of the top ten hiking trails in the United States: The Superior Hiking Trail. Published by the Superior Hiking Trail Association. Stop in their store and office in Two Harbors, Minnesota for lots of detailed information on camping and hiking along the North Shore.

Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park: A Backcountry Guide for Hikers, Backpackers, Campers and Winter Visitors First

This is the third and updated edition of the most comprehensive guide to the hiking trails and backcountry camping of Porcupine Mountains State Park. Great for planning your trip or tuck the book in your backpack during your hike.

Guides to Camping & Campgrounds around Lake Superior

Camping the Minnesota North Shore

By Andrew Slade, a Duluth resident who has camped extensively along the Minnesota North Shore of Lake Superior. His guide book offers detailed profiles of 23 of his favorite campgrounds along or near the lake . . . plus information on 43 other campgrounds and camp sites.

Best Tent Camping: Minnesota

A detailed guide to some of the best camping sites in Minnesota for campers who want more secluded and natural settings. Good descriptions of each camping area plus recommendations for nearby hiking, canoeing, fishing, and mountain biking.

The Best in Tent Camping in Wisconsin

Second edition to Johnny Molloy's treasured guide to the best and most scenic spots in Wisconsin to camp without loud stereos, atvs, and noise. Includes details on each site, maps, and coordinates.

Best Tent Camping: Michigan

Getting away from it all in Michigan to scenic camping areas where you can escape the noise and density of more popular campgrounds. Good descriptions of each camping area plus recommendations for nearby hiking, canoeing, fishing, and mountain biking.

Wisconsin Atlas and Gazetteer

Sometimes to find that really special place you have to get "off-the-beaten path" which is where this very detailed map atlas comes in handy. Below are the Michigan and Minnesota versions of this extensive road guide.

Also see the Michigan Atlas & Gazetteer and the Minnesota Atlas and Gazetteer