History buffs unite and gather ye kinsfolk for a playacting adventure on the shores of Lake Superior. Fort Wilkins State Park is home to an 1844 military outpost and one of the lake’s first lighthouses. Today, costumed interpreters man the fort and invite you to play along. Kids and adults will get a taste of life in the 19th century before heading to the full-service campground for swimming, hiking, and marshmallow toasting. For a side of history with your vacation, you can’t beat Fort Wilkins, on the shores of the world’s largest freshwater lake.
History buffs unite and gather ye kinsfolk for a playacting adventure on the shores of Lake Superior. Fort Wilkins State Park is home to an 1844 military outpost and one of the lake’s first lighthouses. Today, costumed interpreters man the fort and invite you to play along. Kids and adults will get a taste of life in the 19th century before heading to the full-service campground for swimming, hiking, and marshmallow toasting. For a side of history with your vacation, you can’t beat Fort Wilkins, on the shores of the world’s largest freshwater lake.
When Fort Wilkins says “modern,” they mean modern. The set of “modern campsites” up for grabs here not only comes with electric hookups, but you’ll get Wi-Fi too! So practice your best duck face to upload to Instagram—bonus points if you take your pic with an actual duck in it. When you’re done with your glamour shotz, go explore the nearby Fort W Read more...
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When Fort Wilkins says “modern,” they mean modern. The set of “modern campsites” up for grabs here not only comes with electric hookups, but you’ll get Wi-Fi too! So practice your best duck face to upload to Instagram—bonus points if you take your pic with an actual duck in it. When you’re done with your glamour shotz, go explore the nearby Fort W Read more...
Why can't I see these campgrounds when I search with dates?
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