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A few of my words, a few from others, on beautiful Door County

Door County stands out as Wisconsin’s crown jewel and one of the Midwest’s most enchanting getaway destinations. This 70-mile peninsula offers an irresistible blend of natural beauty, charming small towns, and unforgettable experiences that keep visitors returning season after season. It is also the peninsula that creates bay of Green Bay. Door County’s landscape transforms dramatically throughout the year, offering unique experiences regardless of when you visit. In spring, over...
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The eastern shores of Door County, Wisconsin hold a special secret known to locals and discovered by enchanted visitors each summer. Baileys Harbor, nestled on the Lake Michigan side of the peninsula, offers a beach experience entirely different from its western counterparts. While tourists flock to the sunset-facing shores, those who venture to Baileys Harbor find something more wild, more intimate, and perhaps more authentic. Unlike the sandy expanses common...
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Sitting on Washington Island’s northern shore, Schoolhouse Beach stands as one of the rarest natural attractions in the world. This remarkable shoreline is one of only five limestone pebble beaches on the planet, drawing visitors from across the country to experience its unique geological features. Unlike traditional sandy beaches, Schoolhouse Beach is covered with smooth, polished limestone rocks formed over thousands of years. Each stone tells a story of glacial...
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Door County, Wisconsin’s picturesque peninsula jutting into Lake Michigan, has a rich maritime history marked by both triumph and tragedy. The waters surrounding this beloved vacation destination hold secrets of the past—dozens of shipwrecks that tell stories of Great Lakes commerce, treacherous weather, and human perseverance. These underwater time capsules now serve as both somber memorials and fascinating dive sites, preserving an important chapter of Wisconsin’s maritime heritage. Death’s Door:...
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Door County, Wisconsin’s picturesque peninsula extending into Lake Michigan, has a long and storied relationship with commercial fishing that spans generations. From its earliest European settlers to the present day, fishing has been woven into the economic, cultural, and social fabric of this beloved destination. Historical Roots Commercial fishing in Door County dates back to the mid-1800s when European immigrants, particularly Scandinavians, recognized the abundant fish populations in the surrounding...
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