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Explore the Natural Beauty of Sturgeon Bay

Outdoor Activities

Explore the Natural Beauty of Sturgeon Bay

Imagine gliding silently through the waters of Sturgeon Bay or Lake Michigan in a kayak left only with your own thoughts, or biking down a forested path with your family just in time to see a doe and fawn leap across the trail.

Sturgeon Bay’s unique location gives visitors the ability to enjoy all the comforts of the city as well as the refreshing wilderness that has made it known world-wide. From horse-drawn carriage or sleigh rides to exploring the peninsula in an open air trolley, every outdoor adventure you can imagine is right here.

Explore the vast City, County and State Parks to come face to face with Sturgeon Bay’s incredible wildlife. Charter a fishing boat to take you to some of the most diverse and successful waters in Wisconsin. Rent a mountain bike to take on some incredible trails.

The list is endless for the adventuresome soul — what will you do first?

Sturgeon Bay Parks and Boat Launches

What is better than a picnic lunch in the park sharing a bottle of Sturgeon Bay wine and some Wisconsin cheeses? Looking to find a boat launch for your family’s boat or personal watercraft? The City of Sturgeon Bay, Door County has incredible online resources that will answer all of your questions!

Parks and Recreation: Click Here

Boat Launches: Click Here

Additional fees may apply, please check with each launch to make sure.

Explore Historic Sturgeon Bay on Foot

Historic Sturgeon Bay, Door County offers a unique opportunity for visitors to take a walking tour of some of the most beautiful neighborhoods and shops in Wisconsin. This Old House magazine even named one Sturgeon Bay neighborhood to its “Best Old House Neighborhoods 2011.” Historic homes, remarkable architecture, and even some little known tid-bits of history await your evening stroll.

Download a Historic Walking Tour map (PDF).

Outdoor Activities Listings

Upcoming Events

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  • Feb
    17-19
    Fire & Ice
    Stroll around town and watch iceblocks turn into art!!! Fantastic Food, a dazzling Silent Auction, Icy Adornments and Fiery Hot…
  • Mar
    17
    St. Patrick’s Day Parade
    The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, and "greening" of O'Sturgeon Bay, takes place Saturday, March 17th at 11:00 a.m.
  • Apr
    26-29
    Groovin’ Sisterhood Weekend
    Sturgeon Bay Welcomes You! Experience a friendly atmosphere, great shops, unique restaurants, and cozy lodging! Come celebrate with other women…
  • May
    26-27
    Sturgeon Bay Fine Art Fair
    A fantastic weekend and kick off to the summer art festivals. The Sturgeon Bay Fine Art Fair takes place in…
  • Jul
    4
    Sturgeon Bay Celebrates!
    Always on the actual Fourth of July, Sturgeon Bay Celebrates is Door County’s most grand display of fireworks.