Incredible friendly and highly informative staff Great…read morelittle gift store Amazing boardwalk trails

We visited Ridges Sanctuary on a snowy morning, so we practically had the whole outdoor area to…read moreourselves. That is, with the exception of a nature preschool that was hiking through the snowy woods, playing and exploring as they went. I was informed later that Door County (or perhaps the town or state) subsidizes nature preschool, so anyone who wants to attend can attend for free. I love that! Apparently, this preschool uses the sanctuary as one of their spots to learn outdoors. I did a lot of learning as I explored Ridges Sanctuary, as well. I started off at the nature center and checked out their little exhibit area, which shows information about Bailey's Harbor and the critters, flora and fauna that call the area home. The 1,600-acre natural preserve has five miles of trails and bridges that lead to the Bailey's Harbor Range Lights. One cool thing about the park is that it has a wooden boardwalk that is ADA-compliant and accessible for people who use wheelchairs. The boardwalk is wide and even, and it will take you all around the park, and even to to a spot with great views of the lighthouse. The preserve grounds and nature center are free, so this is definitely a great place to visit when you're in Door County.

Beautiful views from Cave Point! Free parking & no admission required. Stroll…read morethrough the paths or walk to the lake's edge. Worth seeing the rocks & waves. There were a group of artists painting from the lookout points. So cool to see their work.

I never knew there was such a beautiful place in Northern Wisconsin that felt like the ocean…read more Turquoise blue waters and beautiful trails. Definitely worth visiting! The water was a little cold, but it is fall in northern Wisconsin.

Playground on wood chips with swings, merry-go-round, sandbox, treehouse, and giant slide. The…read morewater fountain is in a lion's mouth, so you can reenact that old circus chestnut. There are plenty of benches and a covered pavilion with picnic tables. There's a parking lot, which is good for when you drop off a parent at the brewery up the street and they can walk down and meet you after.

So gorgeous and so appropriately named for the view! Just stroll down Main Street after dinner and…read moreyou can catch a fantastic view of the beautiful lake. It's definitely more of a park than a beach. Come at sunset and the ambiance is just lovely and everyone seemed to really respect the area. There aren't many benches or places to sit so you may find yourself standing for a bit to watch the sunset. If you're feeling adventurous, you can climb around the barrier to walk down and sit on the stone shore for a more intimate view. Very romantic place for our anniversary!

What a cute little park at the end of a street! It is right on the water and there are several…read moreplaces to sit and relax. It is an amazing spot to catch the sunset over the bay, read a book, write, meditate, chat, etc! It is not a beach in the sense of warm, golden sand between your toes; however, there is a path that leads you to the water's edge. Parking can be a bit tight on the small road so I suggest parking a little further away and walking, especially in the warm weather months. A Door County gem!

There is a $5 entrance fee. They have beautiful gardens around the office. We hiked the ridges &…read moreswales and out to the range lights. It was well worth the $5 per person entrance fee. They have a very nice trail system! Bring bug spray though!

Just a quick 2021 update! Please also see my previous review. On our most recent visit in…read moreSeptember of 2021, all of Door County was more crowded than usual for mid-September and so we weren't surprised to find the parking lot by the new visitor center completely full. We went around the corner to the old, now unmarked, parking area and found the signs to the trails were still there! Yay! We assumed it was still OK to park here, and the signs provided some reassurance. The park is as peaceful as ever, and they have now finished the restoration of one of the lighthouses and are letting visitors in. The late fall wildflowers were lovely. Don't miss this peaceful place for a woodsy walk in Door County.

Helpful and informative staff Beautiful bay/lake vistas…read more Water fowl aplenty Great hiking trails

Wow, do you want a hike and/or a view? Peninsula State Park won't disappoint you. Eagle Tower is…read moretruly extraordinary; the wood tower itself is beautiful and unique but the view is absolutely gorgeous. They've build a very long, safe ramp for easier access for those who can't /don't want to go up the steep steps. You definitely want to wear decent walking shoes or hiking boots depending on what you're planning on doing. A lot of the hiking is labeled very appropriately. What's marked as "Very Difficult" is VERY DIFFICULT! A lot of steep ups and downs with many tall, exposed roots. Lovely rock formations, brilliant nature and areas to creep off onto the rocky shore. Definitely trust the signs and wear the right shoes. Absolutely worth the work!

Good little park to let the little ones blow off some steam at the sandy playground. There also is…read morea bucket that says "apple toss" and is under an apple tree, which can occupy older kids a little. Other than that is a gazebo, plenty of parking, and a great view of the bay. Though it is across the highway from the water, and there are no swings.

Beautiful park! Come sit on the lawn and take in the harbor and beautiful water and boats. Lovely…read morespot to hang out.

It's a must to see. Beautiful to walk & spend time with your love ones…read more You can bbq, swim, hike & see some beautiful view. Thank you for the unforgettable experienced. Highly recommended. Pic's is provided below.

Looking for a work out? Hike the trail to Mt. Baldy....it's mostly sand and your legs will feel…read morelike jello by the time you get to it, from continually sinking into the sand with each step... We don't usually hang out on the beach when we visit, because it is usually crowded with families, and that's just not our vibe, but we will hike. It's a scenic park, and a nice place to take pictures of the lake and the shoreline. Not my favorite of the Door County State Parks, but definitely worth a visit. 25/2024

So beautiful! It was snow covered today but still worth a…read moredrive through and stop at the gorgeous beach! We will certainly return in the summer.

I'm writing an update since apparently it's been 4 years since I last reviewed this park. Please…read moresee my older reviews too since much still applies! This is a great park for finding some peace and quiet in nature including no cell service in much of the park. I mean the SOS function will still work if an emergency arose, but there will be no incoming texts or notifications to detract from the birds and sounds of the waves. All of the trails are lovely here and they're all easy so no worries if you're not a seasoned hiker. We saw some mergansers on the lake during this visit and, as usual, lots of garter snakes which are fun to watch. We usually bring a picnic lunch to enjoy by the beach after a morning of hiking and never have trouble getting a table. Pro tip: there are flush toilets in the visitor center!