Lake Superior, Largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area, North America
Lake Superior is the largest of the Great Lakes of North America, and also the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area.
The Ojibwe people were the first to settle around Lake Superior, referring to it as 'Gichi-Gami' meaning 'great sea'.
Lake Superior has been a significant location for fishing, shipping, and tourism, shaping the culture of surrounding regions.
Visitors can enjoy various activities such as boating, fishing, beachcombing, and hiking around the lake.
Lake Superior contains as much water as all the other Great Lakes combined, plus three extra Lake Erie.
Location: Michigan
Location: Ontario
Location: Wisconsin
Location: Minnesota
Elevation above the sea: 183 m
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Split Rock Lighthouse is a picturesque beacon located on the North Shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota.
Kakabeka Falls is a waterfall on the Kaministiquia River, located in the province of Ontario.
Quetico Provincial Park is a large wilderness park in Northwestern Ontario, Canada, known for its excellent canoeing and fishing.
Stannard Rock Light is a lighthouse found within Lake Superior in Marquette County.
Gunilda is a large and spectacularly preserved shipwreck resting at the bottom of Lake Superior, near Ontario.
Agawa Canyon is a shallow canyon located deep in the Algoma District in Northeastern Ontario, Canada.
Granot Loma is a large log lodge located in Marquette County, Michigan.
Pukaskwa National Park offers a rugged landscape with a mix of forest and coastline.
The SS William A. Irvin was a flagship for the U.S. Steel's Great Lakes fleet.
Marquette Branch Prison is a high-security prison with an operational capacity of over 1,000 prisoners.
