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    Peninsula State Park

    4.5 (122 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Michelle E.

    Beautiful park!! Love the water and I've enjoyed camping here. The park has beautiful hiking and cycling trails, interesting rock formations, and breathtaking views. I recommend making a camping reservation 6 months - 1 year in advance. The good spots go quickly, especially during peak season.

    Mary Jo C.

    Peninsula State Park is beautiful. No matter what time of year you go, it's always beautiful. So many different hiking trails you can go on with different levels of difficulty. Ranging from very easy to moderately difficult. We walked up the new ramp to the watchtower. It's so lovely that they have accommodated all types of people to be able to see the view from the tower without having to climb the stairs. Amazing for handicapped people, older people, or any people with mobility issues. The views are spectacular. Do not miss this when you go to Peninsula State Park.

    Suzie R.

    Gorgeous WI state park right outside of Fish Creek. I not only went there once on my trip to Door County but 3x's (mostly for sunsets). I enjoyed making the huge loop around the park that sits up against the coastline. Lots of cute spots to sit and enjoy the view, trails, campsites and the huge overlook tower. They even have a lighthouse but that area is under construction so if you go outside of 11-3 - there's not much to check out.

    Campsite coffee
    Ophelia M.

    I love any excuse to go to Door County. We've gone there for day trips, weekends at bed and breakfasts, and now for a camp weekend at Peninsula State Park. First of all, the park itself is stunning with gorgeous views everywhere you look. We saw all kinds of wildlife, including pelicans and deer. We also saw one of the most gorgeous sunsets that we've ever seen over the lake. Truly, it was stunning. The campground itself is great. We had our pop up and the area we were in the sites were a bit on the smaller side but still plenty of room to set up comfortably. They allow dogs and have plumbed bathrooms with showers. We had our dog with us and we had plenty of room to have her tethered at the site. The campgrounds inside the park are all a bit different. There's area in deciduous woods (which is where we stayed), areas in pine woods, and areas that are less shaded and more surrounded by shrubbery. They have many sites that offer electricity (though we didn't have one!). It's a fairly large park so plenty of space for whatever outdoor activities you enjoy. There are areas to put in your kayak, plenty of space to wander on a bike, and areas for swimming as well. We so enjoyed our stay here and look forward to going back again! Get to it!

    View on top of Eagle tower
    Wen C.

    I'll admit, I wasn't sure what to expect driving in since there's a golf course right before the state park. I'm glad I decided to continue on, or else I would have missed this gem! Parking is $13 a day unless you have a pass. I parked right next to Eagle Tower, which is a 60 ft tall wooden tower with an ADA ramp or multiple flights stairs to get to the top. The views from the top are amazing, as it's 253 ft above Green Bay. You can see multiple islands from thr vantage point, and there's a good number of educational placards on the ADA ramp and at the top to explain what you're seeing. I then went on the Eagle Trail hike. The trail begins nice and easy, but don't be fooled. I scoffed at the "difficult trail" sign at first, but then I encountered streams, unclearly marked trail sections, tree roots, and washed out areas. All of this is worth it since it rewards you with access to the shoreline and also to the dolomite cliffs with caves. Budget extra time to explore. 5/5 trail!

    Nicolet Beach
    Michael B.

    Peninsula State Park is frankly amazing. It even has a name that makes sense. I've been here a couple times. It's funny how the same exact spot can seem so different. The main highlights are the Eagle Tower, the campsites, the golf course, and Nicolet Beach. The beach is on the inner (UP) part of Lake Michigan. The beach area also has a camp store with everything including coffee. Plus food trucks (fancy coffee, Mexican, etc.) Fish Creek is only a couple minutes away if you need more things to do or supplies. Nicolet campsite are better than Welckers Point. I recommend doing the southern one with a view of the Lake. Then hiking the Eagle Bluff trail- difficult / dangerous at sections. Only for sure footed people. Then go up the tower. The tower has an ADA ramp and stairs. The eagle bluff lighthouse is okay. There's also other trails good for fall / leaves turning colors.

    Bill S.

    Fun State Park to ride the Sunset Trail on your bike. I rode every morning from the entrance by Julie's Cafe which was a great exhilarating start of the day!

    Jaye S.

    Beautiful state park. Many walking/biking trails throughout. Great picnic areas to stop, overlooking the bay/lake! Peaceful and beautiful!

    Campsite on the water
    Jessica J.

    People weren't kidding when they said what a lovely state park this is! I had heard from many that we'd enjoy our camping trip here, and we sure did. We had quite a few people with us on this holiday-weekend trip, so it was lovely that we had such a large campsite. Don't be fooled though, these sites aren't all huge and they book fast/far in advance. Like so far that my mom booked 11 months prior. And lucky she did because we landed in a great spot, tucked back off the main drive, and right on the lake! A few top of mind things to note: much of the campground does not have electric hook ups, which we were prepared for and didn't mind at all. The bathroom/shower are surprisingly decent! New tiled shower rooms and water that runs hot and at high pressure. The staff here clean the shower houses daily at 9am. There is running water available on a camp pump but it didn't taste lovely, so we were sure to bring plenty jugs of our own. Parking is $13/day unless you buy a year-pass for $28. Pets are welcome, but not in certain parts of the park (i.e. the beach). There are lots and lots of trails, great for hiking or bike riding. They wind all around this massive park providing many options in terms of distance and difficulty - something for everyone. The beach is so cute! Not massive, but enough room to host plenty of visitors over the holiday weekend. The water is delightful and clean. The sand is soft and not at all rocky, plus it's fairly shallow far out which is nice. We took out paddle boards out and it was perfection. On top of the hill looking down at the beach sits lots of picnic tables and grass areas to post up at. There's a perfect little camp store as well that has everything you need (or forgot), from sun screen and beach toys, to ice, snacks, flashlights and bug spray. Attached to that is a shop with Door County branded merch, which I of course had to purchase a hoodie. And most importantly, the third business that resides on the beach is the concession stand serving all the usuals, including big ol' cups and cones of soft serve ice cream. This park is great, with truly something for everyone. And it's only a short drive into near by towns if you want to explore shops and other local businesses in Fish Creek, Sister Bay, and Ephraim.

    Green Bay from Peninsula Star Park.
    Jack R.

    Wonderful park. Eagles nest tower one of a kind. Easy boardwalk through beautiful golden and orange trees. What a treasure!

    Tennison Bay.
    Mel C.

    Great spot for hiking, biking, taking photos and more. We stayed in nearby Fish Creek and were able to walk into the park on a trail from the home we rented. Driving into the park was a little disappointing. You only get the option of purchasing a one day pass (currently $13) or an annual ($38 I believe) so if you want to come back the next day by car, it's another $13! We also stopped to see the lighthouse but if you can, avoid the bathroom (pit style) toilets here. They are not cleaned daily and probably the worst we have ever seen, or smelled. Disgusting! If you're with your dogs, check out Tennison Bay. Nice rocky beach area to walk along We did not make it back for sunset sadly due to rain but would return for sure, next time we visit.

    The skyline road runs along the top somewhere
    Phil S.

    04/17/21 - Awesome state park located just outside Fish Creek WI in Door County. This park has it all. It sits located on the east side of Door County peninsula. You can drive the roads that go around the perimeter allowing visual access to the beauty of the lake. Or you can take any number of roads that go up criss crossing in the interior of the park. You can drive, hike or bike or any combination of the three. We kind of started out driving around the park and at some point we got our and did some hiking on shoreline road viewing the lake from ground level. Later we drove up to the skyline road got out & hiked to see some different views Skyline trail as it may suggest goes up to a higher elevation allowing sweeping panoramic views from above. We also saw 3 eagles including a breeding pair soaring over the lake searching for their next meal. Unfortunately I was unable to get a close up of these majestic creatures as they soared above the lake. There was also a solo bald eagle soaring above looking for its next meal. (Should of called UBER EATS). This park is probably the best park in Wisconsin. There is a $13 dollar fee for non Wisconsin residents.

    Eagle look out tower
    Rachael G.

    Our first time at this park did not disappoint. The park staff were so friendly and helpful. The drive to the look out tower was gorgeous. The look out tower is very tall, but they have a sloping ramp that isn't too hard to walk up and down if you don't want to take the stairs. Our hike was phenomenal. We hiked Eagle trail. You can use the map to locate the trail head. It's rated as a moderate trail, and it makes sense with all of the rocks and inclines/declines. It's beautiful and with it! With frequent breaks, it took us short of 2 hours. It's a busy park so expect seeing lots of other people. Bring water and a charged phone for those gorgeous pictures!

    Horseshoe Island from the tower.

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    Outstanding bike ride in the park and golfed 18 holes at peninsula state park golf .outstanding golf and biking

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    Fayette State Park - Nice reflection off the rocks at sunset

    Fayette State Park

    4.8(19 reviews)
    47.4 mi

    In a whim, we decided to stay one night here to tour the historical landmark town. So glad we did…read more We got a site, #18, in a Thursday night, by making a request on the website. We have had luck with all the parks finding openings within a week or two of our travel (thought we tend to travel during the weekdays in the summer) The historical iron smelting village is fascinating. The state has done a wonderful job preserving the various community buildings, the iron smelting factory and some of the homes in the community. It is truly a loving, outdoor museum. Great information on signs and plaques throughout. We visited about two-hours before sunset on a Thursday evening. We rode to the historical village and were able to ride our back to the campground , after sunset. The village is bikable which is a great if mobility is an issue. There's a lot to see and it's spread out. Excellent photo ops around sunset. The sun sets behind the community area and the buildings can be nice "props". The sun also reflects off the rocks of the Niagara Escarpment which makes for a pretty photo. We biked the handicap road back to the campground. It's an easy and direct route between the two areas. There are clearings among the trees to get a wonderful, private view of the sunset. The trip is worth it simply to check out the historical community. What a gem in the UP. The campground was fun, yet busy and crowded for our tastes. Site 18 is good for a tent with some fairly flat grassy areas around it. The bro G bird behind and to one side of had RV's and were flexible about letting us spread into their site to find a good place for our tent. Similarly, the neighbors to our right, #20, camped in the bed of their truck. They struggled to find a level space and were concerned about mid with possible space. They parked partially on our site. It all worked out; we had great neighbors, but it was a bit of juggling. The fire rings can also be closer to a tent than we prefer. The washroom was close by and was clean. Small number of shower stalls to share with lots of people. Other sites looked larger and might have offered more privacy. The star of the show is accessibility to Lake Michigan. Wonderful sandy beaches. Lots of good walking, hiking. We would return to have more time to check out the peninsula. We had dinner at a fun restaurant in the water, not far from the campground (10-minutes): The Dock Grill & Bar. Nice people. Beautiful patio view of the water and good "bar food" options. The Shell gas station also has a mini mart with good meat and deli items, some grocery selections and frozen food.

    Almost didn't go here as it was a little off our travel path. So glad we did tho. This place is…read moreamazing, old village with buildings intact and a great historical story. You can see the past while you're here. Great photo ops here as well. If you need to use a wheelchair, they have a wheelchair equipped for terrain that you can use, I thought this was amazing!

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