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Unique & Unusual Trips

Discover the Unexpected & the Extraordinary

Door County is a place like no other. Although thousands of visitors take to the peninsula and islands each year, no two experiences are alike. That’s due, in part, to an effortless balance between the best of the old and the best of the new. But the unique nature of each trip is also due to Door County’s fascinating history, wonderfully left-of-center cultural traditions, nautically inspired architecture, unusually friendly and authentic people, and of course its show-stopping scenery.

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9 Natural Wonders of Door County

9 Natural Wonders of Door County

Door County is home to breathtaking natural beauty at every turn, but you’d be hard-pressed to find natural features to surpass these 9 natural wonders of Door County.
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Quirky Traditions in Door County

Quirky Traditions in Door County

Door County claims a rich heritage of quirky characters, strange traditions, and oddball activities.
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Virtual Experience: Rock Island

Explore Rock Island remotely with our Virtual Experiences, designed to give you a taste of what it's like to be at some of our most iconic locations.
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Shipwrecks & Shipwreck Diving

Door County is a treasure trove of Great Lakes shipwrecks and shipwreck diving. More than 275 wrecks remain at the bottom of the lake, and dozens can be explored by boat, kayak, or wreck diving.
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Traditional Fish Boils

Fish boils are an integral part of Door County, WI tradition and have been one of the area’s most alluring tourist attractions for more than 70 years.
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Here's Where to Eat, Drink, & Stay

Events You May Like

People at the lakefront in winter ready for a Polar Bear Plunge
January

Polar Bear Swim

People dressed up in costumes running a race
March

Fruit Loop Fun Run

Buckets of cherries
August

Jacksonport Cherry Festival

People talking at a festival
October

Fall Fest

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Experience Something New

Wooden building in the distance surrounded by trees.
Architecture & Landmarks
A small white stone chapel.
Belgian Chapels
A closeup of cherries on a tree.
Door County Cherries
A lighthouse in the distance with a sailboat in the foreground.
Lighthouses
A wooden walkway leading out to Haines Beach.
Scenic Attractions
The Northern Lights over the lake.
Northern Lights
Calm water at the lakefront.
Islands of Door County
An escarpment lined with trees and the lake in the distance.
The Niagara Escarpment
8 Nostalgic Door County Eats
An Old-Fashioned Debate: Deconstructing the Classic Cocktail
The Cheese & Cheesemakers of Door County
Geocaching: Naturalist Treasure Hunting
Family Time Sustainability Bucket List
The Ice Age Trail in Door County
Stargazing: 300 Billion Reasons to Visit
Ode to the Washington Island Ferries
Woman in a historical costume holding a basket.
Itinerary: History & Local Culture Tour
Snow carving of a ship captain.
Itinerary: Winter Getaway to Sturgeon Bay
A winding road surrounded by colorful autumn trees.
Itinerary: 3-Day Fall Color Tour

Find Something New in Door County

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Closeup of a bench with engraved "Peninsula Players"
A barn with a colorful wooden barn quilt mural on it
Closeup of a man playing harmonica
An audience watching performers on stage
Closeup of a blossoming tree
Buckets of cherries
Closeup of a boat at a dock
A man drilling a hole in the ice in front of an ATV
Lavender field with a wooden building in the distance
Closeup of a mixed drink cocktail with a violet garnish
A person with a backpack standing on a rock taking a picture at the lakefront
Musicians performing on stage
A woman in winter coat and hat standing on a red boat
A woman holding white balloons at the lakefront
A signpost with signs pointing in all directions at night
Winter pinecone decorations
Graffiti-covered building on an ice-covered dock
Closeup of a llama
Aerial view ofrees in their autumn colors along the lakefront from above
Two people walking just outside an ice-filled cave
Ice-covered rocks at the lakefront
A man with a backpack standing on a rock looking out at the lake
A double rainbow beyond a pier
A woman walking through rows of blossoming trees
Ice-covered trees at the edge of the lake
A red lighthouse on a snow-covered point
A woman doing a handstand on a paddleboard
Two people driving in a red car down a winding road
A wooden building in a clearing surrounded by trees
A sailboat in front of a stone boathouse
A couple holding hands and walking

Quiz: Find Your Travel Style

Scroll through this series of images and check the ones that depict the activities and experiences you’re interested in. Then, we’ll help identify your top trip styles and provide you with the activities, businesses, and attractions you’ll like the most.
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Door County Communities

  • Brussels
  • Forestville
  • Sturgeon Bay
  • Carlsville
  • Egg Harbor
  • Juddville
  • Fish Creek
  • Ephraim
  • Sister Bay
  • Jacksonport
  • Baileys Harbor
  • Rowleys Bay
  • Ellison Bay