Door County is a year round paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Our 3 beautiful state parks provide miles of trails for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing. The peninsula offers breathtaking views of the shoreline with public beaches, marinas, and the dramatic rocky bluffs of the Niagara Escarpment. Sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, parasailing, jet skiing, fishing, and even scuba diving the glorious waters of the bay, are all favorite activities of both visitors and locals. Catching the sun setting over the water is a nightly event in Door County.

It’s safe to say visitors probably leave Door County a few pounds heavier than when they arrived because it’s hard not to eat your way up the peninsula. From the amazing local farmer’s markets, artisan cheese makers, confectioneries and bakeries to the top notch restaurants, traditional fish boils, orchards and custard stands, there is something for everyone to enjoy. A visit to our many wineries, distilleries and breweries is another great way to add some local flavor to your getaway. 

Door County is bursting at the seams with artistic talent, and it’s very much part of what makes the area so special. Galleries are speckled throughout the quaint waterfront towns and out on the countryside roads. At any given time you will likely come across a painter or photographer capturing a moment or scenic view. This area is also home to many amazing musicians that perform throughout the county and tour around the globe. Each year singer songwriters from all over the country pour into Sturgeon Bay for a week long collaboration of original music and live performances for Steel Bridge Songfest, which takes place in June. If live theater is your thing than a show at Peninsula Players, Northern Sky Theater, Third Avenue Playhouse (TAP) or Door Shakespeare is must! Most people are blown away by the level of quality and talent each production and theater company puts out. No matter where you go you will surely leave feeling awed and inspired.