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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Lake_SuperiorLake Superior - Wikipedia

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   Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world by area and the third largest in volume, behind Lake Baikal in Siberia and Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. The Caspian Sea, while larger than Lake Superior in both surface area and volume, is brackish. Lake Superior deepest point on the bathymetric map.

   • Average depth: 483 ft (147 m)
   • Water volume: 12,070 km³ (2,900 cu mi)

   • Max. depth: 1,333 ft (406 m)
   • Location: North America

2. www.britannica.com › place › Lake-Superior-lakeLake Superior | Islands, Depth, Size, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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   3 days ago · Lake Superior, most northwesterly and largest of the Great Lakes of North America and one of the world’s largest bodies of fresh water. It is 350 miles (563 km) long (east to west), and its greatest width is 160 miles (258 km) from north to south. It has a maximum depth of 1,332 feet (406 meters).

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4. www.livescience.com › 31952-lake-superiorLake Superior: Facts About the Greatest Great Lake

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   Jun 28, 2017 · Lake Superior is not only the largest of the Great Lakes; it is the largest body of fresh water on Earth. Situated on the northern edge of Wisconsin, Lake Superior extends from the upper...

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5. www.nps.gov › piro › learnLake Superior - Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (U.S ...

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   Aug 17, 2020 · Learn about the largest, coldest, and most pristine of the Great Lakes, and how it shapes the park's shoreline and ecosystems. Discover 10 awesome facts, lake dynamics, and watch a video about Lake Superior.

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6. www.michigan.org › great-lakes › lake-superiorGreat Lakes - Lake Superior | Michigan

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   Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world, located above Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Explore its lighthouses, shipwrecks, paddle sports, national parks and more attractions in Michigan.

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7. www.worldatlas.com › lakes › lake-superiorLake Superior - WorldAtlas

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   Jun 17, 2021 · Lake Superior is the largest and northernmost of the Great Lakes, covering about 82,000 square kilometers and accounting for about 10% of the Earth’s freshwater. It is fed by about 200 rivers, has a humid continental climate, and supports diverse wildlife and fish species. Learn more about its origin, history, geography, ecology, and shipwrecks.

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   What is the largest island in Lake Superior?

   • The largest island in Lake Superior is Isle Royale in Michigan. Isle Royale contains several lakes, some of which also contain islands. Other well-known islands include Madeline Island in Wisconsin, Michipicoten Island in Ontario, and Grand Island (the location of the Grand Island National Recreation Area) in Michigan.

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   Why is Lake Superior important?

   • Superior was a major mode of transportation for the fur industry and other trading activities during the Colonial period and remains a shipping hub today. Because of varying depths and unpredictable weather, Lake Superior and the other Great Lakes have been prone to maritime accidents.

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   What is Lake Superior like?

   • The coastline of Lake Superior is picturesque, particularly the north shore, which is indented by deep bays backed by high cliffs. Much of the coastal area is sparsely settled. Extensive forests, which dominate the watershed, are held in federal, state, provincial, and private timberlands.

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   What is the deepest point in Lake Superior?

   • Lake Superior bathymetric map. The deepest point, roughly off its southeastern shore, is marked with "×". The deep trenches in its eastern part may have originated from tunnel valleys. / 47.7; -87.5 ( Lake Superior) 1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure.

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9. www.exploreminnesota.com › itinerary › 5-days-north5 Days on the North Shore of Lake Superior | Explore Minnesota

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   Discover the beauty and diversity of Minnesota's North Shore, a 145-mile stretch along Lake Superior with state parks, trails, historic sites and wilderness. Get tips and advice from Minnesota experts to plan your perfect trip.