Superior

This settlement occupies the western tip of the Great Lake, framed by Saint Louis Bay and Allouez Bay at roughly 267 meters elevation. The town spreads along the shore, combining residential neighborhoods, older commercial streets, and industrial facilities near the waterfront.

A log cabin built on the Nemadji River in 1853 marked the start of the settlement, which gained formal town status just one year later. The harbor and railroad gradually turned the place into a freight hub for the wider region.

The Benson Center serves as a gathering point where families from across the region come together for community events and celebrations. Small shops in the old downtown area still recall the days when railroads shaped everyday life in the settlement.

The waterfront is open for walks along the docks, where you can watch freighters and loading equipment in action. Visiting the ship museum works best on warmer days because the historic whaleback interior has limited heating.

Together with Duluth in Minnesota, this place forms the Twin Ports and marks the western end of the Saint Lawrence Seaway. Large ships travel from the Atlantic through the Great Lakes to reach this point, making the link between ocean and inland visible.

Location: Douglas County

Elevation above the sea: 267 m

Website: http://ci.superior.wi.us

GPS coordinates: 46.72056,-92.10389

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:47