The Local
The Local is the community hub for residents and visitors across the Bayfield Peninsula and Wisconsin’s South Shore.
The Local is designed to be the communication hub for the Bayfield Peninsula and surrounding areas — connecting locals, visitors, businesses, clubs, events, and community happenings all in one place. Our goal is to be the go-to source for finding what’s happening, where to go, who to contact, and what to know throughout the area. Local news and updates are provided in partnership with The Connection, helping keep our communities informed and connected.
Makers & Artisans
Handcrafted goods, art, and unique peninsula creations.
The Local Marketplace
The community marketplace for the Bayfield Peninsula and surrounding communities. Discover local makers, fresh produce, and unique services from our neighborhood.
Fresh & Local
Farm-fresh produce, baked goods, and local delicacies.
Local Services
Professional services from trusted community members.
The Weekend Guide
Think Lake Superior views, fresh fish, and vibrant small towns and villages with lively entertainment for everyone—plus waterfalls, hiking, ATV and UTV riding, snowmobiling, kayaking, boating, and world‑class hunting and fishing.
Build your weekend around the big lake itself—sea caves, shoreline drives, and quiet beaches where you can watch the light change all day long.
This Lake Superior Weekend Plan is free for everyone to use—no login required.
Slow down in harbor towns with walkable main streets, local shops, and cafés where you can sip coffee and watch the boats come and go.
This Lakeside Village Weekend Plan is free for everyone to use—no login required.
Chase waterfalls through deep Northwoods ravines, then follow forested trails to ridge-top views and quiet lakes tucked back from the shore.
This Hike the Falls Weekend Plan is free for everyone to use—no login required.
All Weekend Plans on The Local are free to read and share.