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    J W Wells State Park - Lake Michigan sunrise.

    J W Wells State Park

    4.4(13 reviews)
    23.6 mi

    camped here in mid june for 3 nights…read more first off location - right off lake michigan, maybe 50 feet. its so calming to here the light waves hit the shore at nighttime. for the most part there is tree line between the sites and the lake but there are benches throughout the site where you can view the lake - really nice for the sunrise and sunsets. the sites them self were quite large compared to the sites ive been to through the years. we were able to easily park a SUV, set up our tent, have a picnic bench, and a fire pit with no problem. another large vehicle and tent would have fit the site. a majority of the sites had campers parked at them. a majority of the sites contained electrical outlets - 20 and 30 amp receptacles the amenities were outstanding. the bathroom/shower area in the middle of the site appeared to be brand new or very recently renovated. the bathrooms were cleaned daily and the showers actually had hot water and private stalls with lockable doors. the site also had a volleyball beach court, teatherball, and basketball hoop near the beach. the rangers sold wood and ice and also had gear for the sporting events that could be used. i did not see a downside to this site. the nearest town was at least a 20-30 minute drive so we felt like we were away from life aside from the occassional semi truck that would speed down the nearest county road.

    Lake Michigan is beautiful! The parks is well kept up!…read more As far as the campground, itself... Most sites are just grass, and many are not even close to being level. For some reason, they let tall weeds grow 5-6 feet at the lakefront.... Sitting down, you can hear the lake, but not see it very well. Not sure why....? Bring an extra extension electrical cord. Remember, no water hookups, so fill up on your way in. Site 33, does NOT have unobstructed view of the lake, as tenters set up directly between the lake and site 33. "Great" playground for the kids.... But the screaming gets old quickly! And take extra caution, because kids were "racing" alongside our vehicle on their bikes! And so, if you are coming for some quiet time.....don't. And, they installed some "bell/chime" for the kids.... Super annoying! The swimming beach is rocky by the shore. May want some water socks. Shower and toilet facilities are nice! Summary: Beautiful, well maintained park, but if you want a quiet retreat, go elsewhere.

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    J W Wells State Park - Great little play place for kids, also with a view of the lake

    Great little play place for kids, also with a view of the lake

    J W Wells State Park - Beach only 2 min walk from RV

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    Beach only 2 min walk from RV

    Peninsula State Park - The snow and ice melting

    Peninsula State Park

    4.5(126 reviews)
    19.8 mi

    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.

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    Peninsula State Park - Dog having fun!

    Dog having fun!

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    Peninsula State Park

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    Rock Island State Park - Inside the party room above boathouse. Look at the chandelier.

    Rock Island State Park

    4.8(21 reviews)
    44.6 mi

    This island is definitely worth the ferry rides to get there. You can tour the lighthouse and hike…read morethe entire island. The lighthouse attendants are so friendly and knowledgeable. Very beautiful place to see.

    Rock Island is, well, rocky. Make sure you have sturdy soled shoes or hiking boots because hiking…read morearound without them will sincerely tire out your feet. Unless you have your own boat access, you will take two boats to get there. The first is from the tip of the Door County peninsula to Washington Island, and the second is from Washington Island to Rock Island. Now, you may take your vehicle to Washington Island, but Rock Island is pedestrian traffic only. That is because there is nothing on it....it's uninhabited forest save for birds and some ground dwelling animals, like squirrels and chipmunks. You may hike around the island (it's large, but not huge, it doesn't take all day), and primitive camp. There are a few buildings you can visit and some you can even go in. Food and beverage is allowed, but you must bring it with you, and take all trash with you when you leave. Make sure to get back to the dock at one of the scheduled departure times, especially if you need to make the ferry back to the mainland. If you miss the last boat on either island, you're stuck until the following day. 6/2025

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    Rock Island State Park - Me doing yoga on a rock in the lake.

    Me doing yoga on a rock in the lake.

    Rock Island State Park - Fireplace in the upstairs party room.

    Fireplace in the upstairs party room.

    Rock Island State Park - Boathouse and upstairs party room, which is gorgeous.

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    Boathouse and upstairs party room, which is gorgeous.

    Wagon Trail Campground

    Wagon Trail Campground

    4.9(24 reviews)
    29.4 mi

    We booked a camping trip at Wagon Trail Campground with my wife, son, and dog, and had such a great…read moreexperience that we ended up extending our stay and have already booked another trip for September! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, the grounds were well-maintained, and everything felt clean and cared for. One thing we really appreciated was how each campsite felt private, even though there were other campers nearby. It created a relaxing atmosphere without feeling crowded. Whether you're camping as a family, with pets, or just looking for a peaceful getaway, Wagon Trail Campground is a fantastic choice. It's quickly become one of our favorite camping spots, and we can't wait to come back! Highly recommended.

    I was skeptical about not camping at Peninsula but honestly this was such a great experience! The…read moresites are wooded and well maintained. The bathrooms - even the pit toilets - are so clean and nice smelling. The only thing I was a little not sure about were the quiet hours from 10 pm - 8 am, and I guess moreso the fact that when we checked in the lady made a point to tell me that that also applied to small children, which I get, but also, don't have that much control over? Our kids got up at 6:30 everyday so we left the campground for awhile and came back at 8 to start our day - worked out fine, though! We'll definitely be back.

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    Wagon Trail Campground - 519, very open, very clean.

    519, very open, very clean.

    Wagon Trail Campground - Bathhouse near our site.

    Bathhouse near our site.

    Wagon Trail Campground - Nice camp fire rings with cooking grill

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    Nice camp fire rings with cooking grill

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