Door County is home to over 2000 acres of cherry trees! The trees start to bloom in mid-May in southern Door county and work their way north over a week or two. Cherries are ready for picking in mid-July to … Read More
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Winter Sunrise at The Refuge
Winter is a wonderful time in Door County. You can slow down, relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Door County. The time lapse video of a winter sunrise and photos were taken at our waterfront by one of our … Read More

Peninsula State Park
Peninsula State Park is located on the bay side of Door County near Fish Creek. It offers numerous recreational opportunities including camping, swimming, biking, hiking and more. For more information, go to Peninsula State Park Recreation. The park has about 20 … Read More

Europe Bay Beach
The sand beach at Europe Bay Beach stretches over a mile on Lake Michigan. Located in the northern peninsula, it is less busy and a great place for a stroll on the beach, swimming, or kayaking. The water drops off … Read More

Light Houses of Door County
Door County is home to 11 lighthouses, many of which were built in the 1800s. Tours provide a glimpse into the past, the maritime and navigational history. Here are two we have visited: The first two photos are of the … Read More