Lake Superior, also known as Gichigami (“great sea”) in Ojibwe, is the largest freshwater lake by surface area in the world and the third-largest by volume. It straddles the border between the United States and Canada, with a majority of the lake belonging to the United States.

Books about Lake Superior:

Lake Superior Vacation Super Coloring Book

Lake Superior Safety Book: The Essential Lake Safety Guide For Children

Lake Superior Fun Book: A Fun and Educational Book About Lake Superior

Lake Superior Water Safety Coloring Book

Lake Superior Wakeboarding: Learn How to Wakeboard

Lake Superior Paddleboarding: A Guide To Flat Water Stand Up Paddling

Here are some key facts and figures about Lake Superior:

• Location: Upper Midwest of North America, bordering Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Ontario
• Surface area: 31,700 square miles (82,100 km²)
• Maximum depth: 1,332 feet (406 meters)
• Volume: 2,903 cubic miles (12,100 km³)
• Shoreline: 2,783 miles (4,478 km)

Interesting facts:

• Lake Superior holds about 10% of the world’s surface fresh water.
• The water in Lake Superior is so cold that it never completely freezes over, even in the winter.
• The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is located on the south shore of Lake Superior and is known for its beautiful scenery, sea caves, and historical lighthouses.
   

  Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin

Activities:

• Boating: Due to its size, Lake Superior offers a variety of boating opportunities, from sailing and kayaking to motorboating and fishing.
   

   

  Kayaking on Lake Superior
• Hiking and camping: There are many beautiful hiking and camping trails around Lake Superior, offering stunning views of the lake and the surrounding forests.
   

  Camping near Lake Superior
• Fishing: Lake Superior is home to a variety of fish species, including lake trout, salmon, walleye, and perch.
• Swimming: While the water is cold, there are a few designated swimming beaches on the shores of Lake Superior.
   

  Swimming on Lake Superior
• Dog sledding: In the winter, visitors can go dog sledding on the frozen surface of Lake Superior.
   

  Dog sledding on Lake Superior
• Ice fishing: Ice fishing is a popular activity on Lake Superior in the winter.

Overall, Lake Superior is a beautiful and unique natural wonder that offers a variety of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy.