Fred Stonehouse on a Legend of Lake Superior Edmund Fitzgerald bow anchor, lost in 1974, on display at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum. On November 10, 1975, the 729-foot SS Edmund Fitzgerald vanished without a distress call during a violent gale on Lake Superior. All 29 men aboard were lost. The last transmission from Captain Ernest McSorley was, “We are holding our own.” The Fitzgerald was the largest Great Lakes ship when it was launched and remains the largest and most famo

From removing debris to preventing microplastics, you can help! Lake Superior holds an extraordinary place among the world's freshwater resources—covering more surface area than any other freshwater lake, and containing nearly one-fifth of Earth's accessible fresh surface water. While it appears pristine and pure, beneath its crystal-clear waves lies a growing environmental crisis: escalating pollution from plastics, industrial toxins, discarded tires, legacy waste, and invas

When travelers wind their way up Michigan’s remote Keweenaw Peninsula, they’re met with stunning Lake Superior views, dense forests, and...

Photo credit: Tyler Davis When winter wraps Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in its icy embrace, adventure seekers gather in Munising for one...

As snow blankets Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore transforms into a serene winter wonderland , offering unparalleled beauty and unique experiences. Whether you’re seeking adventure or tranquility, winter at Pictured Rocks invites visitors to see this beloved park in an entirely new light. Winter enthusiasts flock to the park for skiing, snowshoeing, and ice climbing . Events like the Michigan Ice Fest  draw climbers from across the country, showca

Insights from Astrophysicist Ogetay Kayali on the Lake Superior Podcast The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, are a mesmerizing...

With Isle Royale Backpacking Tips and Insights from the Isle Royale Guy Isle Royale, the gem of Lake Superior, holds a special place in...

Uncover the captivating tales of Lake Superior shipwrecks, including the mysterious SS Arlington.

And how NPLSF is working to address it Lake Superior is one of the fastest warming lakes on the planet, a long-term trend made...

A Conversation with Phyllis Green On Ballast Water and Invasive Species Lake Superior, the largest of the Great Lakes, is not only a...

Author Beth Kirschner provides in inside look on the Lake Superior Podcast

With Grand Portage National Monument Chief of Interpretation Anna Deschampe Long before there were thousand-foot freighters on Lake...

NPLSF’s Lake Superior Podcast, now in its fourth season, offers an on-demand, inside look at the nature, culture, and history of our Great L

Maddy talks about the realities of kayaking the big lake, and talks about the sea caves around the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore ,...

The NPLSF is proud to announce the launch of the Lake Superior Podcast. https://lakesuperiorpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ We are made stronger...