Family Attractions in Door County
Something for Every One & Every Age
Spend your days lounging on the beach, kayaking, mini-golfing, zip-lining, touring museums, visiting animal farms, biking or hiking, or just scoping out the best ice cream spots around town. Spend your evenings admiring the sunset from scenic vantage points, attending a fish boil, or sharing stories around the bonfire. Whether you’re out to create your own traditions to pass on, share in incredible outdoor experiences, or just want a simple getaway from the strains of the day-to-day grind, you’ll find your respite on the water, down the trails, and in the open space of Door County.
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Farms & Orchards
Get up close and personal with goats, piglets, horses, chickens, and other farm animals. You may get lucky and see baby chicks hatch or witness some of the first days of a baby cow.
Ridges Sanctuary Family Discovery Trail
This trail teaches a new appreciation for nature at Wisconsin’s oldest private nature preserve. It’s a great hike anytime but even better when guided by a naturalist.
Cana Island Lighthouse
Found a few minutes from Baileys Harbor, Cana Island Lighthouse may be the most revered of Door County’s lights. Cross the spit to the island on foot (wear shoes that can get wet) or by complimentary haywagon, then climb the steps to the top of the lookout tower for a sweeping view of the lake.
Get on the Water
Rent a few kayaks and explore the shoreline, opt for a pontoon boat for a relaxing ride on the lake, or feed your need for speed with a speedboat and tubing gear—whichever way you go, getting on Lake Michigan or an inland lake is a must.
Washington Island & Ferry Ride
Sometimes the journey is the reward. Kids will love going aboard the Washington Island Ferry to cross Death’s Door for a getaway to the island. After the 30-minute crossing, grab ice cream, explore the island, and stop at Schoolhouse Beach for a dip in pristine waters.
Apple & Cherry Picking
Thousands of blossoms will turn into delicious cherries each July, ripe for the picking. Follow our cherry report to see when the fruits are ready to be picked, plucked, and transformed into your favorite delicacies.
Old-School Drive-In Movie Experience
Take your kids for an old-fashioned film experience at the Skyway Drive-In, one of the last of its kind. Pack some snacks, blankets, and bug spray, and tuck in for a cozy night spent watching a double-feature among the trees.
Cave Point County Park
There are few places like this geological wonder outside Sturgeon Bay. Dodge the splashing waters crashing into the rocky shoreline, hike trails on the rocks, marvel at the dramatic drops and crags, and pose for spectacular photos.
Hiking & Forest Bathing
Few things are a better pick-me-up than spending some time in quiet beauty of the woods. Door County has plenty of trails, so pick one that fits your family’s experience, interests, and enthusiasm level and hit the trail.
Biking
Through a state park, along a scenic backroad, or across town to the candy store, wherever you venture, biking is the perfect way to experience Door County while keeping the energy levels high. If you don’t have your own, bike rentals are a-plenty.
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Halcyon Fishing Adventures
8041 WI-57, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202
Laid-back, educational, and eco-friendly shallow fishing adventures. At Halcyon, we're all about Lake Michigan shallow fishing adventures that are easygoing, fun, and environmentally mindful. Headquartered in Door County, WI, our mission is…
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Hands On Art Studio
3655 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek, WI 54212
Accepts Door County Gift Certificates
We make art fun! Paint your own ceramics, glassware, or canvas. Design a mosaic table. Create your own fused glass plate or jewelry. Weld a metal garden sculpture. Stay the day. Snacks,…
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Harbour Village Resort
5840 Hwy 42, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Whether for a family gathering, a kid’s birthday, a rustic romantic getaway, a gals outing or a guy’s getaway, Harbour Village Resort is your campground escape. With kids’ activities and pools, an…
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Hill Raceway, The
816 N 14th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
The Hill Raceway, 1/3 mile clay oval home to over 70 years of stock car racing!
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History Along the Way
Along the sidewalks of Baileys Harbor, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202
Stroll the sidewalks of Baileys Harbor to go back and forth through time while viewing groupings of historic images presented by History Along The Way. For 2025, there are 19 displays at…
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Hook Em & Cook Em LLC
1651 Memorial Drive, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Captain Jake and his first mate will take you charter fishing for Salmon and Trout on a 30’ Sportfishing boat with space for 6 passengers. We have downriggers, rods, reels, tackle and…
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Horseshoe Bay Farms
7212 Horseshoe Bay Rd., Egg Harbor, WI 54209
Horseshoe Bay Farms, originally constructed between 1917-1919 on the shores of Green Bay in Egg Harbor, features several historic barns and structures that still stand today. Visitors can enjoy a guided or…
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