Basswood Island - Dock to Brownstone Quarry

The Basswood Island - Dock to Brownstone Quarry trail is an approximately 2.9-mile out-and-back hike located near Bayfield, Wisconsin. This moderate difficulty trail features a dirt surface and winds through the wooded areas of Basswood Island. Hikers can expect a total elevation gain of about 410 feet as they ascend from a minimum elevation of 180 meters to a maximum of 246 meters. The trail offers a unique opportunity to explore the historic brownstone quarry site, once an active part of the island's industrial past.