Lyda Bay
Lookout

The Lyda Bay Lookout is a spectacular spot for hikers who want to enjoy the views of Lake Superior and its rugged shoreline. It is part of the Casque Isles Trail, a 53-km long wilderness trail that connects the communities of Terrace Bay, Schreiber and Rossport. The lookout is located on the Lyda Bay Segment, which is 6 km long and takes about 3 to 4 hours to complete. The trail to the lookout is steep and rocky, passing through forests, creeks, and old mining roads. The lookout is 200 ft above Lake Superior and offers a stunning view of the lake, the boulder beaches, and the ancient rocks and fossils that are some of the oldest on the planet. This is the Segment that is recommended for anyone who wants to have the full wilderness adventure that the Casque Isles Trail offers. The trail crosses the Terrace Bay Nature Reserve, owned by the Thunder Bay Field Naturalists. The rocky wave-swept shoreline fronts onto Lake Superior and features many Arctic Alpine disjunct plants. Here the Casque Isles Trail asks that hikers stay on the marked trail and leave all plants as they are found to protect them for others to enjoy in the future. The boulder beaches that are crossed higher up off the shoreline are remnants of the last ice age. Make sure to take some photos at the iconic Lyda Bay Lookout to share your experience later. Lyda Bay and Danny’s Cove are shallow and warmer bays that are perfect for wading and a cool swim. A can’t miss on this Segment is the Aguasabon Falls that is at the eastern end of our Trail. The Falls are a spectacular sight to see from the viewing pods and walkway. Taking the last Access Trail to Terrace Bay Beach across the bridge provides a great view of the Lower Aguasabon Falls and leads to one of the most northern beaches on Lake Superior.