Things to see and do West Shore Of Lake Michigan

Located on the west shore of the Door County Peninsula, Peninsula State Park is the largest park in the county and one of the largest in Wisconsin. It is home to miles of trails (for walking, biking or snowshoeing in snowy conditions) and offers stunning views of Lake Michigan. Bicycles can be rented at the south entrance of the park. In winter, four circuits are dedicated to cross-country skiing and 17 miles of snowmobile trails. To get there, you have to go to the centre of Fish Creek; the entrance is on the main street.

Collection of objects related to the history of the region and the island, and wooden house dating back to 1930.

Inside the Door County Library is a small local museum with permanent exhibits of Wisconsin artists and temporary exhibitions of local artists. Paintings and photographs can be admired. One collection highlights the work of Gerhard Miller, arguably the most influential artist in the Door County area, who passed away in 2003. The museum paid tribute to him by borrowing his name. The Miller Art Museum is not an obligatory stopover during a stay in the region, but it allows you to immerse yourself in the local culture.

There are three marine museums in Door County: one in Sturgeon Bay, open year-round; one in Gills Rock, open May to October; and one in the Cana Island Lighthouse. Sturgeon Bay is the most complete, organized in several rooms, each presenting a facet of the maritime history of the region: the engine room, the marina, a reproduction of the command post of a ship. Don't miss the periscope, you can see Sturgeon Bay from inside the museum!

This lighthouse was erected in 1868 and automated in 1926. During the summer months, you can take part in guided tours to get inside: two visits per hour are organised in summer. The lighthouse is located at the northern tip of Peninsula State Park, of which it is a part. From up there, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Lake Michigan. A small museum dedicated to the history of the lighthouse was inaugurated in the building that housed the keeper's residence. Since 1978, the lighthouse has been registered as a National Historic Site.

It's time to test your sea legs, so to speak! Even if you are not alone but accompanied by a skipper, relaxation is guaranteed. Aboard the Quinn Mary, which can accommodate up to six passengers, you'll depart on a peaceful cruise on Lake Michigan. Excursions are proposed during the day, others for the sunset. The windy days are obviously the best. Sea Dog Sailing cruises are available from May to the end of September. It is strongly recommended to book in advance.