Swimming to Madeline Island has been a storied feat around the Bayfield area for decades. Starting as a community swim for 24 people in 2006, the Point to La Pointe has grown into a thriving race that sells out annually. 
The race is a 2.1 mile, point to point swim that starts in Bayfield, Wisconsin, and proceeds across the waters of Lake Superior to land on beautiful Madeline Island. Swimming to Madeline Island has been a storied feat around the Bayfield area for decades.

The event began in 2006 with 24 swimmers and has developed into the thriving event it is now with 650 swimmers. 

Swimmers will start from beach. Large buoys will mark the course. For safety reasons, you will be expected to swim along the marked course and may be steered back on course by a safety paddler if necessary. 

Swimmers have encountered all of Lake Superior's moods over the years, from calm, flat water to strong crosswinds with 2 foot waves. This event is registered with and approved by the US Coast Guard. US Coast Guard and US Coast Guard Auxiliary boats will monitor and patrol the event as a component of the Safety Team.

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In case of individual cancellation or event cancellation due to weather, there are NO REFUNDS, transfers, or credits. We strongly recommend cancellation insurance. Cancellation insurance is only available at registration

Commemorative Mugs!

Do you want a way to memorialize your participation on the 2023 Point to La Pointe Open Water Swim? Why not purchase a handcrafted mug made especially for this event by local Washburn Ceramic artist Deena Schuppe. Mugs are made to order therefore, no refunds can be given on this item. 
Mugs will be available for pickup on Friday, August 4, during packet pickup in Bayfield, WI. The location has yet to be determined. The last day to order mugs is June 30th, 2023.  Order yours today!

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About the Area

Bayfield is a small city of 475 on the shores of Lake Superior in northern Wisconsin. It’s the gateway to the pristine beauty of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, with camping, kayaking, trails, sea caves, and beaches.

​Madeline Island has long been a vacation destination as the only one of 22 Apostle Islands that is inhabited year-round, serviced by the Madeline Island Ferry Line. August is the ideal time to experience the beautiful scenery, clean air and water, friendly people and waiting adventures of the region.
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Recreation and Fitness Resources is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization rooted in beautiful Bayfield, WI. We provide and support affordable access to facilities, programs, classes, and events that promote health, activity, and fun. Need-based financial assistance is available. Find your fit with RFR!