Door County Wisconsin: Travel Guide and Vacation Rental Accommodations

Door County Wisconsin Wisconsin

Gaze over miles and miles of shoreline decorated with historic lighthouses, experience the fine culture of dining, art galleries, fish boils, and orchard-fresh cherry pies. Welcome to Door County, Wisconsin with Lake Michigan as its coastline! It is an area also known for its amazing displays of colors during the fall, cozy snow-covered cabins and cottages in the winter and fresh masses of blooming flowers in spring and summer. Characteristics that all together combined created a four-seasonal paradise where visitors can explore the lighthouses and other local adventures, browse the outstanding stores and art, or sip on fine wine. Highly recommended for vacationers seeking the unusual and the unique. 

Culture is another important characteristic of Door County. The arts scene is well established with countless performing artists roaming around. Experience the magic of the Peninsula Players Theatre, the oldest professional resident summer theater in the area. Or, the Birch Creek Music Performance Center to hear the talent of young musical protégées. While the Northern Sky Theater entertains visitors it cheerful and hilarious musicals. For shopping trips, local clothes stores offer unique touches of handwoven articles. Home and garden stores have numerous contemporary items and gifts, and art galleries speckle the streets. If you visit during Christmas time you will find countless Christmas merchandise and markets. 

However, what is a vacation without food and drinks? Door County has several iconic restaurants. Such as Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik as well as Wilson's Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor. Do not forget about the great wines either. Simon Creek Vineyard and Winery, in particular, happens to be the largest in Wisconsin and free! So if Door County has sparked your interest yet, be sure to look up local vacation rental companies. They carry the unique charm of the County mixed with exercise, fun, history, and retreat. 

 

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Lighthouses and Plenty of Scenery in Door County Wisconsin

Stretching across the Door Peninsula of Wisconsin’s northeastern coast, Door County is comprised of several towns including Sturgeon Bay, Fish Creek, Sister Bay and Bailey's Harbor. It is also the largest county in the state filled with the same amount of history. Dozens of lighthouses from the 19th century scatter the shores, reminding us of the sailors who braved through the dangerous waters nearby. Now, visitors can access these monuments, for example, one of the most famous beacons, the Cana Island Lighthouse, by kayak, boat, or trolley. Similar tours, such as the Shoreline Charters trips, allow guests to see the other scenic locations of the coastline as well. With sights including luxurious vacation homes that you yourself can rent, the limestone cliffs and caves of Peninsula State Park, the Chambers, Horseshoe, and Little Strawberry islands, and more lighthouses. 

 

 

Nevertheless, the inner land is also home to adventure. The previously mentioned Peninsula State Park opens through the Sunset Trail, a gravel trail at the Fish Creek entrance that weaves through the western and the northern sides of the park. Travel through marsh and forest on foot, bikes, or even wheelchairs leaving no one behind. Then, discover the nature center, enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, camping, and golfing experiences all in the area. Another great place to explore is the Ridges Sanctuary. Formed in 1937, it preserves over 475 plant species, dozens of which are endangered as well as ancient dune ridges. Expand your knowledge walking through the trails of the sanctuary. On the other hand, a third activity, peaking particularly in the summertime is going cherry picking. Visit one of Door County’s almost 50 orchards. Pick them, buy them, bake them into pies, or buy all the cherry goodness locally. 

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