Door County can be found on Wisconsin's scenic Door Peninsula, which juts out into Lake Michigan on the state's eastern side. For those who like being close to the water, Door County Wisconsin is a fantastic place to discover, and there seems no end to the list of things that you can do once you get here. Whether you have shopping, sailing, fishing, or feasting in mind, a Door County vacation will prove to be rewarding. There are some good Door County hotels to choose from, and should you prefer to book a vacation rental in the "Cape Cod of the Midwest," there are some inviting options that are also worth considering. Regardless of where you stay when you travel to Door County, you'll enjoy easy access to all the area attractions. Door County has something for everyone, especially during the peak summer travel season, which is why it is easily one of the top vacation destinations in all of Wisconsin.

Enjoying the outdoors is something that many folks who travel to Door County hope to add to the itinerary, and there are a variety of ways to have fun outside here. There are no less than five state parks in Door County Wisconsin, and they are excellent places to do some hiking and cross-country skiing, among other things. At the Rock Island State Park on Washington Island, you can visit the state's oldest lighthouse when you're not taking to the nature trails, and the rugged Lake Michigan shoreline at Whitefish Dunes State Park is always fun to explore. You'll find the highest sand dunes in the state at Whitefish Dunes, which helps to make it one of the most highly-visited Wisconsin state parks. The other Door County state parks include Peninsula, which offers terrific nature programs, and Newport and Potawatomi, both of which are ideal destinations for those who want do some camping when they travel to Door County. In addition to visiting a handful of state parks, those enjoying a Door County vacation can also hit any number of county parks to find more recreational opportunities. Seeing some caves in Wisconsin is often on the agenda for outdoor enthusiasts, and Cave Point County Park offers up some intriguing sea caves that are a big tourist draw. At the northerly tip of Door County, the Door Bluff Headlands Park is just another county park that you might consider visiting. The views from the bluff tops here are worth the visit alone. If hanging out on a Door County beach is more your idea of a good time, the 1,600-foot sandy stretch at Frank E. Murphy Park should appeal to you.

Playing some golf in Door County Wisconsin is just another way to pass the time when the weather is nice, so don't forget to pack your clubs if you like to play. For those who are staying at one of the hotels in Door County's county seat of Sturgeon Bay, the Idlewood Golf Club is not far off. The Idlewood Golf Club offers a pro shop and a practice facility in addition to its 18-hole championship course. For those who want to make a full day of it when golfing in Door County Wisconsin, the 36-hole Alpine Golf Course at Egg Harbor might be the best fit, while the 9-hole courses at Sister Bay and on Washington Island are ideal for quick outings. As for the most scenic golf course in Door County, the Peninsula State Park Golf Course might well take the prize. While you can golf on Washington Island, there are other reasons to add this small island to the itinerary. Found six miles off the northern coast of the Door Peninsula, Washington Island offers terrific beaches, not to mention Rock Island State Park, and its inland rural spaces are soothing havens for those worn out by big city life. You can get to Washington Island by way of a car and passenger ferry, or you can take a private plane or boat if you prefer.

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The list of things to do in Door County Wisconsin is a long one, and when you're not enjoying area attractions like the Wisconsin Maritime Museum and the Skyway Drive In Theatre, you can explore the Door County shopping and dining scenes. From art galleries and jewelry shops to unique boutique stores and antique outlets, the Door County shopping establishments run the gamut. When it comes time to break for a good meal when you travel to Door County, you can opt for a fine dining experience, choose to visit a more casual restaurant, or perhaps just duck into a neat coffee shop. Maybe some pub food is what you're after. Whatever you have a craving for, finding a Door County eatery to appease you shouldn't be an issue regardless of the time of year. Shopping and dining aside, Door County is also a great place to enjoy some interesting tours. The excellent fishing in Door County certainly brings in visitors, and while you can easily charter a fishing boat, you can just as easily plan a sunset cruise, or enjoy a scenic cruise along the coastline. Boat tours are plentiful in Door County Wisconsin, or you can rent kayaks if you prefer. For those who like to stay on dry land, renting a bicycle and touring about on two wheels is a fine way to go. For a bird's eye view of things you can even consider booking a scenic plane tour. Don't forget about the area wineries! Wisconsin wineries are doing well to make a name for themselves, and Door County has at least five that are worth visiting.

Door County is a place where just about anybody will feel at home, and you'll only feel more at home if you book a vacation rental here. Private homes, cottages, and cabins are available for rent year round in Door County, and they complement the other area lodging choices. If it's a romantic getaway that you have in mind, this area is also home to plenty of bed and breakfasts. As for the Door County hotels, they have something to fit almost any budget, and you'll even find some keen resorts here if that's what you're after. Like the Door County attractions, the Door County hotels and vacation rentals are quite abundant in number, so you can find something to fit your specific wants and needs for your vacation here.