Easy | 8 Caves, 2 Sea Stacks, 2 Waterfalls
Houghton Point & Chequamegon Bay Sea Caves Adventure
From: $118.00
Skill Level: Easy
Time / Distance: 5-6 Hour / 8 Mile Tour (7 miles paddling, 1 Mile walking)
Tour Requirements: Must be at least 30 lbs and not over 300 lbs
Kayaks: Tandem
Caves: 8 sea caves, 2 Sea Stacks, 2 waterfalls
Location: We launch from Bono Creek Boat Landing (50 Bono Creek Rd. Barksdale, Wi 54891) and paddle along the shoreline toward Houghton Point. This area features sheltered waters and some of the most accessible sea caves in Chequamegon Bay. Free public parking is available at the landing. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early so we can get you fitted with gear.
Children under 100 lbs must be accompanied by an adult in a tandem kayak
Must be less than 300 lbs and less than 6’6” with hip width less than 20″ to properly fit in the gear for this gathering
Please provide a reliable cell phone number and email address when booking. We may need to reach out to you via text the night before with potential weather related concerns.
Bring sunglasses, sun protection, and water. If you have an odd number of people, we will make sure it works out.
Houghton Point & Chequamegon Bay Sea Caves Adventure
Our most exciting tour combines the breathtaking caves of Bono Creek with the dramatic formations of Houghton Point, all in a seamless one-way journey. No backtracking, no repetition, just six continuous miles of discovery.
We begin at the Bono Creek Boat Ramp, paddling through warm, protected waters in Chequamegon Bay. Right away, you’ll encounter the famous Bono Creek sea stack and its striking tunnel cave before heading east along a shoreline rich with history. As you move forward, you’ll pass multiple river mouths and spot the remnants of the region’s logging era, with old docks and timber pilings still visible in the shallows.
About two miles in, we’ll pause at our sailboat rest stop. Here, you can climb aboard to stretch, enjoy snacks and lemonade (or your own packed meal), and even take a swim in the bay’s warmest waters. After a 20–30 minute break, we’ll continue on toward the Houghton Point sea caves, a highlight of the Apostle Islands mainland. Intricate arches, caverns, and honeycombed sandstone await, set against the calmest paddling waters the region has to offer.
After exploring Houghton Point, you’ll pull alongside our sailboat once again before stepping onto the sandstone shoreline of Houghton Falls State Natural Area. From here, the paddling portion ends, and your self-guided adventure begins. A half-mile hike through Echo Dells leads you past waterfalls and rock formations that feel like inland sea caves. The trail is beautiful but includes some steep sections—good knees and moderate fitness are required.
At the end of the trail, you’ll arrive at Houghton Falls Road, where our team will be waiting to shuttle you back to your car at Bono Creek.
Total Distance: 6 miles paddling, 0.5 miles hiking
Difficulty: Advanced (best for active paddlers in good shape)
Duration: Up to 6 hours (all day)
Highlights: Bono Creek sea stack, Chequamegon Bay sea caves, creeks and rivers, logging relics, sailboat rest stop, Houghton Point sea caves, Echo Dells hike at Houghton Falls
This one-of-a-kind journey blends sea caves, shoreline history, and a hidden waterfall trail into a single unforgettable Apostle Islands adventure.Houghton Point & Chequamegon Bay Sea Caves Adventure
Our most exciting tour combines the breathtaking caves of Bono Creek with the dramatic formations of Houghton Point, all in a seamless one-way journey. No backtracking, no repetition, just six continuous miles of discovery.
We begin at the Bono Creek Boat Ramp, paddling through warm, protected waters in Chequamegon Bay. Right away, you’ll encounter the famous Bono Creek sea stack and its striking tunnel cave before heading east along a shoreline rich with history. As you move forward, you’ll pass multiple river mouths and spot the remnants of the region’s logging era, with old docks and timber pilings still visible in the shallows.
About two miles in, we’ll pause at a sandbar rest stop. Here, you can hop out to stretch, enjoy snacks and lemonade (or your own packed meal), and even take a swim in the bay’s warmest waters. After a 20–30 minute break, we’ll continue on toward the Houghton Point sea caves, a highlight of the Apostle Islands mainland. Intricate arches, caverns, and honeycombed sandstone await, set against the calmest paddling waters the region has to offer.
After exploring Houghton Point, you’ll land on the sandstone shoreline of Houghton Falls State Natural Area. From here, the paddling portion ends, and your self-guided adventure begins. A half-mile hike through Echo Dells leads you past waterfalls and rock formations that feel like inland sea caves. The trail is beautiful but includes some steep sections, so good knees and moderate fitness are required.
At the end of the trail, you’ll arrive at Houghton Falls Road, where our team will be waiting to shuttle you back to your car at Bono Creek.
Total Distance: 6 miles paddling, 0.5 miles hiking
Difficulty: Advanced (best for active paddlers in good shape)
Duration: Up to 6 hours (all day)
Highlights: Bono Creek sea stack, Chequamegon Bay sea caves, creeks and rivers, logging relics, sandbar rest stop, Houghton Point sea caves, Echo Dells hike at Houghton Falls
This one-of-a-kind journey blends sea caves, shoreline history, and a hidden waterfall trail into a single unforgettable Apostle Islands adventure.Houghton Point & Chequamegon Bay Sea Caves Adventure
This unforgettable tour blends two of the region’s most stunning cave systems into a single journey, showcasing both the Bono Creek (Chequamegon Bay) sea caves and the dramatic formations at Houghton Point.
We start at the Bono Creek Boat Ramp, paddling into the warm, protected waters of Chequamegon Bay. Right away, you’ll see the iconic Bono Creek sea stack and tunnel cave, then continue along a shoreline marked by creeks, river mouths, and relics of the area’s logging history.
About two miles in, we’ll pause at a sandbar where you can step out to stretch, enjoy snacks or your packed lunch, and even take a swim in the bay’s warmest waters. After this 20–30 minute rest, we head toward Houghton Point, where sandstone cliffs rise into a maze of arches, honeycombed formations, and sheltered caverns. These sea caves are among the most spectacular along the mainland, and you’ll explore them fully from your kayak.
When the paddling is done, we’ll land at Houghton Point, where our shuttle will meet you. You’ll be comfortably transported back to the starting point at Bono Creek—no long hike required.
Total Distance: About 6-7 miles paddling
Difficulty: Advanced (best for active paddlers in good shape)
Duration: Up to 6 hours (full-day adventure)
Highlights: Bono Creek sea stack, Chequamegon Bay sea caves, creeks and logging relics, sandbar rest stop, Houghton Point sea caves, seamless shuttle return
This adventure is designed for paddlers who want it all: two distinct cave systems, shoreline history, and a full day of discovery.
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