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Peninsula State Park, established in 1909, is a 3,776-acre state treasure on
Wisconsin's Door County peninsula.
Shoreline Scenery at Sven's Bluff
Nearly 7 miles of Lake Michigan's Green Bay shoreline wrap around forests,
meadows and wetlands.
DNR Photo
Rocky bluffs ascend over 150 feet while deer graze contentedly in abandoned farm
fields. Considered Wisconsin's most complete park, Peninsula is also its most
popular camping destination.
The park's mission is to protect the natural and scenic resources of the park
and to provide compatible forms of outdoor recreation and education.
Tent Camping in Nicolet BayRecreational opportunities are boundless. Visitors
can hike, bike, boat, golf and swim during spring, summer and fall. Winter
offers cross country skiing, snoeshoeing, sledding and snowmobiling. Camping,
nature programs, and sightseeing are offered year-round.
* Peninsula Park Map View a detailed map of Peninsula Park.
* Events Peninsula's calendar of special events.
* Camping Campground maps, including brief descriptions, reservation
information, and available services.
Firewood Alert! By emergency rule, only firewood cut in Wisconsin is allowed in
Wisconsin State Parks.
* Land Recreation Discover hiking trails, bicycle trails, shelter rentals, and
other land-based recreational opportunities. Take a virtual tour of the Eagle
Trail.
* Water Recreation Swimming, fishing, and boating - fun along Peninsula's seven
miles of shoreline.
* Points of Interest Eagle Bluff lighthouse,18-hole golf course, musical theater
in the park ... this park has a little bit of everything!
* Nature Sharpen your nature knowledge, discover what's blooming, join the fun
at a children's program, and more.
* Park History A rich heritage, from Potawatomis and pioneers to a girls' camp
and state game farm.
* Door County State Parks Referred to as the "Five Jewels in the Crown," other
area parks offer memorable adventure, too.
* Winter Activities Skiing, snowmobiling, sledding ... adventures in a winter
wonderland.
* Employment Work or volunteer at Peninsula!
* News and Weather What's new at Peninsula, trail and campground conditions,
community events, and weather.
How to Get There
From Green Bay, take State Highway 57 north toward Sturgeon Bay.
From Manitowoc, Take State Highway 42 north toward Sturgeon Bay
Before you get to Sturgeon Bay, Highways 57 and 42 join. Stay on State Highway
42 north to Fish Creek, where the highway turns east (right). Go .5 mile farther
on Highway 42; the park entrance is on the north (left).
For more information, ask:
Peninsula State Park
9462 Shore Road, P.O. Box 218
Fish Creek, WI 54212-0218
(920) 868-3258 |
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