
Newsletter Archive

The Door County Newsletter
Get the latest and greatest from
Destination Door County delivered to your inbox each month.
0 Results for ‘’
Sorry, no articles found. Try using a more general search term or explore newsletter content below.
Explore Articles by Topic
All “Summer Experiences” Articles


Sunken Treasure: a Guide to Door County's Shipwrecks
More than 270 confirmed and unconfirmed shipwrecks litter the waters surrounding Door County. Find out how to explore the area's nautical history.

Guide to Cherry Picking
If you're looking for some classic summer fun, picking your own cherries at an orchard in Door County is a must-do.

8 Free & Low-Cost Family Beach Activities
Looking for beaches in Door County? Time by the water is a staple up here, and the area's free community beaches make it easy to find sun and fun.

Summer Nightlife: 7 Things to Do After Dinner
From music, theater, and a lively bar scene to stargazing and sunset paddling, your options for after-dinner entertainment are plentiful.

Summertime Events You Can’t Miss
Summertime and all the high-energy festivals, concerts, and celebrations that it brings are just around the corner. Here are all the annual events you have to check out once in your life.

Kids' Favorite Dining & Sweet Treat Spots
Coming to Door County with kids? Make a game plan for feeding the whole crew with these kid-friendly dining and dessert spots.
.jpg?height=248)
Trail Biking in Door County
Door County is home to dozens of miles of bike-friendly trails that will take you within view of bluffs, cliffsides, forests, shorelines, waterways, and other fantastic scenery.

Where to Find Live Music & Art this Summer
Summer is when Door County’s music scene comes alive. Between festivals, events, outdoor concerts, orchestral and symphonic performances, and even farmers markets, there’s a venue or musical style for everyone.

Door County State Parks Trivia
Springtime means the prime months for spending time outdoors and exploring Door County are right around the corner, and there are no better places to start than our five glorious state parks.

Splendor & Solitude at County Parks
One of the area’s best-kept secrets for escaping crowds and finding peace in nature is heading to these 19 county parks spread throughout the peninsula and Washington Island.

Backpacking & Hike-In Camping
Backpacking is an experience like no other. Door County has two options for multi-day hikes or backpacking adventures, including for beginner backpackers.

Family Time Sustainability Bucket List
We’ve compiled a list of 25 fun-filled, family-friendly activities perfect for teaching kids about the beauty of the great outdoors.

The Ice Age Trail in Door County
The nearly 1,200-mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail is the crown jewel of Wisconsin hiking. Hiking the IAT an absolutely iconic, bucket-list-level Wisconsin experience, and one that you can have while visiting Door County.

Water Sports in Door County
Door County is a water sports wonderland, and there is no shortage of ways to take advantage of it, whether you’re looking for a leisurely paddle or a high-speed adventure.

The Cherry-Picking Experience
If you want an authentic and immersive Door County cherry experience, head to a pick-your-own orchard. There, you can pluck the fresh fruit from the trees, collect them in a pail as you explore a gorgeous orchard or farm.
Discover Door County
Destination Guide

Leave No Trace 7 Principles

