I'm putting in an update since it has been 4 years since my last review of the Ridges, and will…read morealso post under the Ridges Nature Center as it seems more are reviewing this area under that listing in Yelp. Please do see my older reviews too. This is a lovely natural area with easy boardwalk and flat packed dirt trails. There are many swales with frogs and turtles and tons of wildflowers including so many dwarf irises! It's great seeing those doing so well here. 7 years ago they were excited about one small patch, and now they're everywhere! We even saw some wild orchids. This is a great spot for an easy, relaxing walk in a beautiful setting. Entry is $5 per person and parking is easy during non-peak times.

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!

So we were here the other day when the stars aligned and there was an engagement proposal happening…read moreat the same time as teenagers cliff diving and a kayaking tour floating by. Epic! Cave Point is one of those places you just have to see when you're in Door County. The views are incredible, the waves crashing into the limestone cliffs are mesmerizing, and there are plenty of spots to stop and take it all in. Whether you're hiking, kayaking, taking photos, or just enjoying the scenery, there's always something going on. We got a little bit of everything in one visit, and it made for a memorable stop. Definitely a must-see Door County destination.

I'm adding an update since my previous review was 4 years ago, but please also see my previous…read morereviews. This is a great park for just hopping out to get an amazing view if you're not up for hiking. We did a loop from Whitefish Dunes state park that included circling through this park as well; it was a great half day hike. The views of the caves and crashing waves from above are amazing. This is definitely a park that might be challenging for anyone with small children who struggle to follow safety rules as there are very steep drops and it's important to stay a safe distance from the edge. The new connection between this and Whitefish dunes is really nice and features a few blowholes which spout water from below when the waves are particularly high.

I'm adding an update since it's been 4 years since my last review of this park, but please also see…read moremy 2 earlier reviews. They have completely rebuilt the fire tower adding an accessible ramp. While we are able to climb stairs, we enjoyed the ramp a great deal. I'm not a huge fan of open stairs and found this wide ramp that is intended for both wheelchair users and walkers to be a very pleasant way to reach the viewing platform and return to ground level. The view from the top is amazing on a clear day. We also walked part of the sunset bike trail as an out and back which was lovely. We started at the beach, headed toward the lighthouse and continued on to the bluffs/cliffs before turning around. It was about 6 miles round trip and had lots of wildflowers and beaches along the way. This is a great trail for anyone who doesn't want to navigate a lot of tree roots or rocks. Other updates: The lighthouse is being refurbished and is scheduled to reopen later in June 2026. There are now food trucks near the beach if you don't feel like bringing a picnic lunch!

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

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!

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!

Awesome day on the island! We took the inaugural ferry of 2026 and had the inaugural tour at the…read morelighthouse! Just a really nice day hiking and having a picnic lunch. The lodge/boat house is really cool; take time to review the exhibits inside. (Enjoy some great soup at Jackson Harbor Soup Shop afterwards!)

This island is definitely worth the ferry rides to get there. You can tour the lighthouse and hike…read morethe entire island. The lighthouse attendants are so friendly and knowledgeable. Very beautiful place to see.

This was so fun! Lucas was very knowledgeable and shared lots of excellent and interesting…read moreinformation about Lake Michigan, Door County, and other cool tidbits. He's a great guy and guide. All the staff was great, they ran on time and made sure everyone in our group was set up and provided instruction for those not familiar with kayaking. I would definitely do this again with these guys.

we booked 6/20 12-2 cave kayak tour for 4 people. we got there at 1130 as stated in the email, then…read morewere told we were too early. we returned at 1145, then waited until about 1215 to load the bus because we were missing another group who never showed. we got on the water around 1230/1245, then at 1:29 we're told we need to cut the trip short and turn around due to white caps in the water. although, no other group turned around, and new groups were continuing to depart. we were told by our tour guide Anna, that because the trip was cut short and we didn't make it to the caves, we would be refunded some of the trip. upon check out, we were charged the entire total and told she needed to speak with managment. we called the next day, and the manager stated "well this is the first time I heard of this" as if it was our responsibility to alert the company. she agreed to refund us $180 (half of the trip). I received the refund, then 2 days later, was charged $180 by them and they took the refund back? I called and left a voicemail but have not heard back. would recommend choosing a different company!!!!!!

Door Bluff Headlands was an unexpected find during my visit to Door County. It's off the beaten…read morepath, with just a small turnaround/parking area, a portable toilet and some trails. The trails take you along the bluffs overlooking the water, and meander inland. There isn't signage and I'll admit that I ended up taking a bit longer of a hike that I planned on because I lost track of where I was. Because of it's location and amenities, you're not likely to encounter a lot of other people on your hike (but the ones I did were friendly). There was some fog on the day I visited, which gave the trail and view of the lake a mysterious air, and I joked that it looked like I'd found the edge of the map as the view just disappeared a short way out into the water. Per a handwritten sign on one of the trees, the park is also home to the highest point in Door County!

Read through the reviews to get an idea of the trail and any markings. We did not and gave up…read moreafter 15 minutes as we had no idea where the trail was taking us. Other than that if you like paths through trees that go up and down then this is for you.

I'm adding in an update since my last review was 4 years ago, but please also see my previous…read morereviews. This is a lovely park, and since my last visit they have rebuilt the access to the beach that is near the parking lot. They've also added a blue mat that makes it easy to walk along the beach between entrance 1 and 2. The beach is beautiful and a great place to look for fossils. After climbing back up to the trail at the second access point a park employee alerted us to the presence of orange slime mold on some stumps. Apparently it is a rare phenomenon and the bright orange goop is actually a collection of harmless amoebas. I learn something on every vacation! We hiked the loop and then continued on the new connection to Cave Point Country Park which made for a really nice half day hike!

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.

These folks were so sweet! They brought the paddle board out to the camp I was renting. It was…read morewaiting for me in the evening, so I was able to take a very memorable 7 am paddle on the lake. I left it on the beach and went out to a concert, forgetting to bring it up to the camp for pick up. When I called them to explain and apologize, they were like, "OK!" Very cheerful and chill. Just super nice people, really nice equipment too. We had a fabulous day paddling the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan! All my cousins tried paddling, and I made a little cairn for everyone who gave it a go. #balance

We came in to rent cross country skis. As first-time skiers, we feel very fortunate to have met…read moreTonya. She did a great job of fitting us for skis and gave us lots of advice about beginner-friendly trails in the area. Rental prices are more than reasonable and the store had a nice selection of outdoor sporting goods. Highly recommend!