I'm adding an update since it's been 4 years since my last review of this park, but please also see…read moremy 2 earlier reviews. They have completely rebuilt the fire tower adding an accessible ramp. While we are able to climb stairs, we enjoyed the ramp a great deal. I'm not a huge fan of open stairs and found this wide ramp that is intended for both wheelchair users and walkers to be a very pleasant way to reach the viewing platform and return to ground level. The view from the top is amazing on a clear day. We also walked part of the sunset bike trail as an out and back which was lovely. We started at the beach, headed toward the lighthouse and continued on to the bluffs/cliffs before turning around. It was about 6 miles round trip and had lots of wildflowers and beaches along the way. This is a great trail for anyone who doesn't want to navigate a lot of tree roots or rocks. Other updates: The lighthouse is being refurbished and is scheduled to reopen later in June 2026. There are now food trucks near the beach if you don't feel like bringing a picnic lunch!

This is a review of the park of someone who went there on a rainy day to see some spots but did not…read morecamp or spend a lot of time. To access the park, you have to pay a vehicle admission pass at the visitor center. Daily pass for out-of-state plates is $16. The rates are different for Wisconsin plates and senior citizens. 12-month pass is available as well. The small gift shop in the visitor center has magnets, stickers, paper weights, shirts, etc. There are also comfort rooms inside. It was raining when we visited. The rain stopped for a bit and we were able to see Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. We weren't able to go in the lighthouse because it was still early and not yet open. It was okay from the outside. We also went to see the Eagle Tower. Since it was raining and dark clouds were all over, we did not see the nice view that this spot is known for.

Of all the years have been coming here I didn't realize they had a public beach with parking! Maybe…read morebecause it's always full and this day it was not. There's even public restrooms, which is a bonus!

The public beach in Ephraim is great when it comes to water quality and changing/bathroom…read morefacilities, although it could use 2 stalls. The sunsets can't be beat. There are a few drawbacks and they can be pretty bad at times. Boats like to park all around the swim area for some reason and they do not park or leave quickly leaving a lot of noxious exhaust fumes in the air. The boat peple often have barking dogs and loud radios on their boats. Also, it is posted that pets and glass containers are prohibited yet they are present every time we swim there. Absolutely no patrols to enforce the rules.

We stopped after passing by to stretch our legs. Unfortunately, every trail spur was blocked off &…read moreclosed signs were posted. Using the entirety of the open section of the loop took all of 3 minutes. While I'm sure the trails are lovely, with all of them being closed off, I do wish they had posted a sign at the main area to notify that all trails were closed.

A short walk, no rain then no wetlands. If you like a bunch of upended trees and walking through a…read morewood then its for you. Prolly much better with rainfall and snow.

So gorgeous and so appropriately named for the view! Just stroll down Main Street after dinner and…read moreyou can catch a fantastic view of the beautiful lake. It's definitely more of a park than a beach. Come at sunset and the ambiance is just lovely and everyone seemed to really respect the area. There aren't many benches or places to sit so you may find yourself standing for a bit to watch the sunset. If you're feeling adventurous, you can climb around the barrier to walk down and sit on the stone shore for a more intimate view. Very romantic place for our anniversary!

What a cute little park at the end of a street! It is right on the water and there are several…read moreplaces to sit and relax. It is an amazing spot to catch the sunset over the bay, read a book, write, meditate, chat, etc! It is not a beach in the sense of warm, golden sand between your toes; however, there is a path that leads you to the water's edge. Parking can be a bit tight on the small road so I suggest parking a little further away and walking, especially in the warm weather months. A Door County gem!

Largest public waterfront in Door County, Wisconsin…read more Pros: -beautiful, grassy lawn area -picnic tables under the gazebo, and benches along the water -lots of people boating in the area, but also swim and jump off the docks -kids play area available Cons: -n/a Rules (per the sign): -docks for pedestrians only. No bikes, boards or blades) -no glass containers -no swimming beyond the ropes -children should be accompanied by adult -no throwing stones -no dogs -park closes at 10pm

Fantastic awesome beach and park. You won't find many better. All the signs say no dogs allowed but…read morefeel free to bring them as the rules are not enforced at all.

Our paddle and guide were great! We took a trip with Rex who took us down to Cave Point. The…read moredownsides were tandem kayaks and the fishy smell in the caves, but the trip is well-organized and the guide was entertaining. We'd do it again!

On a beautiful day in Door County, head out for a fun hour or two of kayaking with a guide to the…read morepoint! Now, what makes a great vs a good tour guide? Great ones know the waters and the land like the back of their hand and who bring family and a personal story into the tour. Would have loved to have had more info about the geography and the beauty of this coast on the tour.

Fenced-in dog park in Door County. It's located in the sport complex but the signage is good so…read moreit's not too hard to find. Water and poopie bags are provided. There's a few shaded places to sit. The beagles are fans!

If you're up for the drive and planning on doing the areas hiking, the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse is an…read moreinteresting stop if you have some extra time. It's a very small but active lighthouse with a lot of history. We took the tour; it wasn't very expensive or long so why not support the upkeep? The volunteers are extremely knowledgeable and genuinely friendly. Some spaces are roped off but you can peer inside (unfortunately you want go up to the top that overlooks the lake). Kind of an average experience but it was on the way and had a nice ground-level view.

Located in the Peninsula State Park. You will either need a WI state park pass or a daily pass…read more Not the most beautiful lighthouse I've ever seen but still very cool. The entire area where this is is under renovation and it was outside of visiting hours so I missed visiting inside. It's only open 11-3.