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There are many reasons why people love Door County: it’s beautiful, it has a lot of history and culture, and it’s full of fun activities. If you’re planning a trip to the peninsula this summer or fall, here are ten must-do activities that will make your time in Door County unforgettable.

1.) Visit Peninsula State Park

Peninsula State Park is a great place to go hiking, biking, and camping. The park has a variety of trails that are mostly flat—perfect for families with little ones or elderly people. You can also go swimming at the beach or rent bikes at the visitor center if you’re feeling adventurous!

2.) Explore Cana Island Lighthouse

Cana Island Lighthouse is a great place to go for a hike. The lighthouse itself is not open to the public, but you can hike around it and take pictures of the beautiful scenery. It’s also one of 11 lighthouses in Door County, and is a common spot for tourists and travel bloggers to share information about and take photos. It’s one of Door County’s truly historic landmarks, being built in 1869.

3.) Kayak to Cave Point

Cave Point is debatably the most photographed Door County point of interest. So many people choose to go visit Cave Point and see the breathtaking scenery of the bright blue waters, caverns and rock formations, and take in Lake Michigan’s amazing beauty. However, one of the best ways to experience Cave Point is by kayak. There are many kayak rental and tour local businesses that allow you to see this amazing place by water as opposed to from above. You can actually go into some of the caverns on kayak as well!

4.) Stargaze at Newport State Park

Newport State Park, a 1,959-acre park featuring bluffs, dunes and beaches on the outer shore of Door County, is perfect for hikers. However, one if its true claims to fame is its qualification as a certified dark sky park. In the entirety of the United States, there are only 60 of these parks, making Newport State park one of the absolute best places in the entire United States to see the stars. When visiting, depending on the time of year, you can actually see the Northern Lights from Newport State Park as well!

5.) Travel by Boat to Rock Island State Park

This is one of Door County’s best kept secrets. If you either have a boat, have access to a boat, or have rented a boat, go visit Rock Island State Park. Rock Island is a small island just northeast of Washington Island, another popular Door County staple. Rock Island’s beach offers seclusion and privacy unlike anything else in Door County, as well as some of the most pristine blue waters you’ll ever see in your lifetime. Plan to bring a wagon and a cooler, as you need to hike from the boat landing to get out to the beach, it’s about a 10 minute walk. But once you get there, you’ll be blown away by the scenery and never want to leave.

And that’s just the beginning! There are so many things to do in Door County, and we hope you find your favorite activity on this list. If not, keep exploring and make sure to stop by the visitor center when you visit – they have a great staff with lots of information about what’s going on in the area.

As you plan your next trip to Door County, we hope you’ll think of us. Come check out our property and see if we might be a fit to host you on your next excursion to northern Door!

Door County is home to so many amazing local businesses built over generations. In addition, there’s countless activities to enjoy as a family. Here are our top 3, can’t miss family centric activities in Door County.

1.) The Red Putter

Made famous by Door County legend Bob Yttri, The Red Putter is a historic Door County staple. It’s also home to the Red Putter Pro Tournament, which brings in some of the top putters from around the country for the annual event each August. Aside from that, the course is unique, fun, and affordable. You may think that every putt putt course is the same. Not this one. Go check out The Red Putter and start the log a swingin’ (you’ll figure out what that means once you show up).

2.) Skyway Drive-In

Another historic local business of Door County is the Skyway Drive-In theatre in Fish Creek. Having been around since 1950, the Skyway Drive-In is still an active drive in theatre to this day. Although it’s seasonally open, as to be expected, during the summer and fall months, taking the family out for a movie at Skyway is a unique and fun experience that many kids have never had the opportunity to experience. Priced at less than $10 per person, it’s another affordable option to experience a unique family activity.

3.) Washington Island Ferry

This is a classic Door County experience for all to take in. Washington Island is one of the more popular destinations in northern Door County, and it’s something everyone should do at least one time. It’s convenient for families because you can bring your vehicle right onto the ferry, hop across to the island quickly, and then drive around the island for the day. There are bars, restaurants, and one of the most unique of all, the lavender fields. Taking the family out to Washington Island is an amazing family friendly activity that your family is sure to remember for many years.

Door County is one of the best family vacation destinations in the midwest and provides tons of opportunities to spend time together outside, or inside. If you’re looking for a place to take your family to explore Door County without sacrificing the comforts of home, come stay with us and see for yourself why our guests have given 100% five-star reviews.