Lake Superior Reserve overhead view
About the Reserve
Lake Superior Estuarium
Our Focus Areas
Staff doing research in St. Louis River
Meet Our Staff

Located on the St. Louis River Estuary in Superior, Wisconsin

The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve works in partnership to improve the understanding of Lake Superior’s coast and estuaries. We address issues affecting the watershed through integration of research, education, outreach and stewardship.

Explore the Estuary

St. Louis River Estuary

The St. Louis River Estuary is a rich, unique and diverse place to explore. From sandy beaches to protected bays valued for bass, walleye and muskie fishing, to the wild Red River Breaks, the St. Louis River provides a wilderness experience within 10 minutes of the Twin Ports.

Get out and explore
St. Louis River Estuary
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Careers

Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship

Research Coordinator

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Upcoming Events

Sep 22

Pokegama Bay Boat Launch Opening Celebration

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Live Data

59.4° F

15.2° C

Pokegama Bay

09/17/2021 04:00 (LST)

Wind Speed
1.2mps - 2.7mph
Max Wind Speed
3.0mps - 6.7mph
Wind Dir From
284° To ESE
Rel Humidity
94%
Bar Pressure
1014mb
Total PAR
0.0
Cum Precip
14.5mm

All Data is property of NOAA Office for Coastal Management (OCM) / National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS)

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Careers

Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship

Research Coordinator

Live Data

59.4° F

15.2° C

Pokegama Bay

09/17/2021 04:00 (LST)

Wind Speed
1.2mps - 2.7mph
Max Wind Speed
3.0mps - 6.7mph
Wind Dir From
284° To ESE
Rel Humidity
94%
Bar Pressure
1014mb
Total PAR
0.0
Cum Precip
14.5mm

All Data is property of NOAA Office for Coastal Management (OCM) / National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS)

View All

Upcoming Events

Sep 22

Pokegama Bay Boat Launch Opening Celebration

View More…

Live Data

59.4° F

15.2° C

Pokegama Bay

09/17/2021 04:00 (LST)

Wind Speed
1.2mps - 2.7mph
Max Wind Speed
3.0mps - 6.7mph
Wind Dir From
284° To ESE
Rel Humidity
94%
Bar Pressure
1014mb
Total PAR
0.0
Cum Precip
14.5mm

All Data is property of NOAA Office for Coastal Management (OCM) / National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS)

Lake Superior Estuarium

Enjoy, explore, experience!

The Estuarium is open 10am-5pm Fridays and Saturdays in June, July and August. Enjoy, explore and experience the Estuarium this summer. Free Admission!

Visit the Estuarium

Lake Superior High Water Spotter

Help document shoreline impacts from water levels

This year the water levels across the Great Lakes are predicted to once again be very high. We’re gathering photos from around Lake Superior that capture what these conditions look like to establish a visual record.

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Lake Superior Day, Lake Superior Community Celebration

Due to the COVID-19 virus outbreak and guidelines from Wisconsin Department of Health Services, UW–Madison, and federal agencies the Estuarium is closed and our facilities will have limited availability and access. Our staff are working remotely and many of our events have been postponed. For the latest information on COVID-19, visit the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

Less Screens, More Streams

St. Louis River Field School

Virtual and homeschool learners in grades 6-8 are invited to take learning outside with science and education staff from the Reserve. Taking place at different locations along the St. Louis River, including Wisconsin Point and the Superior Municipal Forest, each of these monthly, hands-on experiences will provide a place for students to unplug outdoors and gain an appreciation of the St. Louis River.

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young students smile while paddling a canoe

2020-2025 Reserve Management Plan

Request for Comments

A draft of the Lake Superior Reserve 2020-2025 Management Plan is posted in the Federal Register and open for public comment. Please review the plan and submit comments to the public record on or before December 2, 2020.

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