Silver Bay

Black Beach

Good for Relax

8.1

/ 10 Very good

#2 out of 12
in Minnesota

About

Black Beach is located on the Superior lake and it is in the 2th place out of 12 beaches in the Minnesota region 297.1 km away from its center, the city of Saint Paul. It is one of the beaches of Silver Bay settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray fine pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Black Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located directly on the beach.

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Historical

+6 ^oC +4 ^oC

Air temperature

7.8 M/S

Wind

+3 ^oC

Water temperature

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Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Bad

1/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Very poor

1.5/10

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Black Beach (Minnesota) is located outside the Silver Bay settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Black Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

User reviews

"This was one of my favorite beaches to hangout at along the north shore. Amazing black pebble sand and blue water! They have bonfire pits and picnic benches available for guests to use, but by the time we got there (around 2pm) they were all ready taken by other guests. My only con was the bathrooms by the parking lot. They had a horrible smell, but if you need to go, you’ll..."

Jeff Holstein

"Absolutely breath taking views. Take your shoes off and feel the unique texture of the rock. We went in September, and the water was still nice enough for my son to play in. There were not a ton of tourists, and everyone was very respectful of others. People seem to keep the beach clean. There isn't a great deal of parking, so you may have to hike a bit, but it is wort..."

Vanessa Zins

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Zero prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
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location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

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- Picturesque view

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What to do in Black Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Black Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

BFW• 13.7km
Superior St & 54 AE• 77.5km

Localities

Silver Bay• 860m
Saint Paul• 297.1km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Black Beach?

The Black Beach is covered with gray small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.

What are the key activities at Black Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Black Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Black Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Black Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Black Beach is partially protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Black Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Black Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Black Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Black Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Black Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Black Beach.

How far is the Black Beach from parking?

The Black Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres and you have to overcome a small descent.

What is the best time of the year to visit Black Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Black Beach is July. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature -5°C and water -4°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Black Beach (Minnesota) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Black Beach (Minnesota) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Black Beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.