Door County tips from your hosts.
Towns, trails, fish boils, rainy-day ideas, and practical notes from your hosts. Start here when you're planning your stay.
Towns & Guides
Get your bearings: the villages and where to base yourself.
A Traveler's Guide to Baileys Harbor, WI
Discover Baileys Harbor, WI, a charming lakeside town in Door County with nature preserves, scenic Lake Michigan views, rich history, dining, and year-round activities.
A Traveler's Guide to Fish Creek, WI
A traveler's guide to Fish Creek, WI, a charming Door County village with state parks, galleries, fish boils, shops, and lakeside outdoor fun.
A Traveler's Guide to Sister Bay, WI
A traveler's guide to Sister Bay, WI, a shore-side Green Bay gem in Door County known for great food, fresh fish, scenery, and abundant culture.
Where to Stay in Door County
Where to stay in Door County, a local's guide to the best towns to base your getaway: Sister Bay for foodies, Fish Creek for families, and Baileys Harbor for nature lovers.
Outdoors
Trails, water, parks, and the long way around the peninsula.
6 Best Public Golf Courses in Door County
A roundup of the six best public golf courses in Door County, WI, from Peninsula State Park to Idlewild, with locations, highlights, and what makes each unique.
The Best Door County Boat Tours
Explore the best Door County boat tours, including sunset cruises, sailing excursions, cave tours, and rentals on Green Bay and Lake Michigan.
The Best Door County State Parks to Explore
A guide to Door County, Wisconsin's five state parks, with things to do at each one, from Peninsula and Newport to Rock Island, Potawatomi, and Whitefish Dunes.
The Door County Lighthouses You Need to Visit
Door County has the highest concentration of lighthouses in Wisconsin. Explore the 10 historic lighthouses you need to visit on your next vacation to the peninsula.
Top 5 Hiking Spots in Door County
Five favorite Door County hikes, from Peninsula and Newport State Parks to the hidden trails at Bjorklunden, Ellison Bluff County Park, and The Ridges Sanctuary.
Top Kayak Tours in Door County
Discover the top kayak tours in Door County, from scenic shoreline paddles to cave and sea-cliff adventures on Lake Michigan and Green Bay.
Eat & Drink
Fish boils, supper clubs, orchards, and the wine trail.
A Visitor’s Guide to Cherry Picking in Door County
A visitor's guide to cherry picking in Door County, including when to go, the best orchards to visit, and what else to enjoy during cherry season.
The Best Door County Wineries You'll Love to Visit
A tour of the best wineries on the Door County wine trail, from Stone's Throw and Door 44 to Von Stiehl, with tasting tips and what makes each one unique.
The Most Delicious Door County Restaurants
Fifteen of the top Door County restaurants to try on your next getaway, from steakhouses and fine dining to coffee shops, pizza, and ice cream.
Plan Your Trip
Itineraries, bucket lists, and what to pack.
10 Fun Activities To Do With Kids In Door County
Ten family-friendly activities in Door County, from The Ridges Sanctuary and petting farms to playgrounds, mini golf, bowling, and ice cream, for a memorable trip with kids.
12 Can’t Miss Things to Do in Sister Bay
Sister Bay, Wisconsin , is the perfect location for your next getaway. This stunning village offers some peace and serenity away from everyday life.
Door County Maritime Museum: A Visitor's Guide
A visitor's guide to the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay, WI, exhibits, admission, the Tug John Purves, and nearby lighthouses and attractions.
Packing for a Lake Trip to Door County, WI
A season-by-season packing list for your lake trip to Door County, WI, what to bring year-round, plus winter, spring, summer, and fall essentials.
The 14 Best Things to do in Door County
From state parks and fish boils to wineries, galleries, and Washington Island, discover the 14 best things to do on your next Door County, WI vacation.
Top 10 Bucket List Activities for Your Door County Vacation
Ten must-do Door County activities, from the Washington Island ferry and Eagle Tower to cliff jumping at Cave Point, sunset sails, cherry picking, and more.