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Travel Northeast Wisconsin!
Travel Northeast Wisconsin–a popular region most noted for its spectacular scenery along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Enjoy curved roads through country settings, rocky coastlines, and the spectacular scenery of the Door County peninsula.
Northeast Wisconsin Destinations
There’s nothing like being “Up North” in Wisconsin, and we think you will want to linger in this beautiful region, filled with outstanding Lake Michigan Destinations.
Here are but a few of the towns which are delightful to discover in Northeast Wisconsin:
Egg Harbor, Wisconsin
Egg Harbor is known as one of the best small towns in America. It boasts a new marina and an expanded, freshly renovated beach.
Ephraim, Wisconsin
Nestled in the harbor, Ephraim of Door County, Wisconsin has a picturesque view of Peninsula State Park’s Eagle Bluff and Horseshoe Island.
Carlsville, Wisconsin
Carlsville is located between Sturgeon Bay and Egg Harbor. This small town is home to an impressive amount of famous Door County goods.
Fish Creek, Wisconsin
Fish Creek is Northern Door County’s most walkable shopping marketplace. Enjoy incredible galleries, clothing and gift boutiques, and dining.
Sister Bay, Wisconsin
Sister Bay is mostly known as Northern Door County’s largest village for food and drink. Be sure to visit Sister Bay, Wisconsin.
Door County, Wisconsin
The small towns, quaint surroundings, and nautical feel of Door County, Wisconsin have earned it the name “Cape Cod of the Midwest.”
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Two Rivers’ slogan is “catch our friendly waves” since it is located along Lake Michigan and has plenty of beaches to explore.
Kewaunee, Wisconsin
Kewaunee, Wisconsin offers a variety of activities for all seasons including deep water fishing, biking, hiking, kayaking, and more.
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Green Bay is on the southern tip of a narrow estuary off the western coast of Lake Michigan and has great fishing and other activities.
Algoma, Wisconsin
Located just 35 minutes east of Green Bay, Algoma welcomes visitors to their sandy beaches, historic downtown, and fun festivals.
Manitowoc, Wisconsin
On the western shore of Lake Michigan lies Manitowoc, a community of roughly 35,000 and rich in maritime history.
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Sturgeon Bay is a charming historical community that embraces its world famous shipbuilding hub and honors their boat and water heritage.
Oconto, Wisconsin
“The Bird City” of Oconto, Wisconsin is a certified Wisconsin Bird City member and also has a rich historic past.
Peshtigo, Wisconsin
One attraction of importance to Peshtigo is the Peshtigo Fire Museum, which reflects the city during the time period after a devastating fire.
Marinette, Wisconsin
Marinette is a historical place and offers a museum telling the stories of its past including an exhibit honoring “Queen Marinette”.
Experience Northeast Wisconsin
There are some amazing activities and attractions to experience in Northeast Wisconsin!
Manitowoc Wisconsin Car Ferry
Manitowoc is the Wisconsin port for the S.S. Badger Car Ferry which sails across Lake Michigan to Ludington.
Highway US-10
The Highway US-10 continuance crosses Lake Michigan between Manitowoc, Wisconsin and Ludington, Michigan via the SS Badger car ferry.
Traverse City to Green Bay
Do you want to travel between Traverse City, Michigan and Green Bay, Wisconsin? Take a short cut across Lake Michigan on the car ferry.
Northeast Wisconsin Lighthouses
The northeastern shoreline of Wisconsin is home to many magnificent Lake Michigan Lighthouses.
Port of Manitowoc, Wisconsin
The Port of Manitowoc is a deep water draft commercial harbor on Lake Michigan, and the Wisconsin port for the SS Badger car ferry.
Manitowoc Breakwater Light
Built in 1918, the Manitowoc Breakwater Light has undergone multiple upgrades. The lighthouse is still operational today.
Kewaunee Pierhead Lighthouse
The Kewaunee Pierhead Lighthouse is one of only 6 in Wisconsin where a fifth-order Fresnel lens is still in use.
Art Galleries Artisan Studios Door County, Wisconsin
Browsing for art is a don’t-miss activity when you visit Door County! Dotted amongst cities and countryside are dozens of art destinations.
Algoma Business Directory
Restaurants, activities, and accommodations in and near Algoma. The inside scoop on a small town that is too good to miss.
Rahr West Art Museum Manitowoc
Built by Joseph and Mary Vilas between 1891 and 1893, this Queen Anne style Victorian mansion is the location of an historical art museum.
West of the Lake Gardens Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Six acres of peaceful botanical gardens that sit on the former estate of John and Ruth West with beautiful views of Lake Michigan.
Wisconsin Maritime Museum
Founded in 1970, the Wisconsin Maritime Museum offers visitors interactive exhibits, artifacts, and insight on World War II submarines.
Door County Mushroom House Wisconsin
The Door County Mushroom House is an intriguing, fascinating, whimsical structure and is located near Fish Creek in Door County.
Cave Point County Park
Located just north of Whitefish Dunes State Park on the eastern coast of Door County, Cave Point County Park should not be missed.
Wisconsin Dells
No other has more waterparks than Wisconsin Dells, large and small, indoor and outdoor. It has recreation, festivals, theaters, and museums,
Algoma Pierhead Lighthouse
The Algoma Light, is a red, steel structure overlooking Lake Michigan. In 1932, the lighthouse that is in place today was relocated to Algoma.
Whitefish Dunes State Park in Door County, Wisconsin
Whitefish Dunes State Park, on the eastern shore of Door Peninsula, in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, is set upon 865 acres along Lake Michigan.
Northeast Wisconsin Water Temperatures
Though not as warm as the oceans, temperatures of Lake Michigan off Northeast Wisconsin do rise to the high 60’s in July and August.
Mariners Trail – Manitowoc & Two Rivers, Wisconsin
The Mariners Trail is a seven mile trail running along Lake Michigan, connecting the cities of Manitowoc and Two Rivers in Wisconsin.
Green Bay Botanical Gardens, Wisconsin
The four seasons of Wisconsin come alive in colorful splendor at the Green Bay Botanical Garden which opened in 1996.
Children’s Museum Green Bay, Wisconsin
Children love to explore, and there’s no better place to combine curiosity and learning than at The Children’s Museum of Green Bay.
Green Bay Packers Lambeau Field, Wisconsin
The Green Bay Packers are one of the league’s oldest franchises, and the green and yellow uniforms have thousands of fans around the country.
Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary Green Bay, Wisconsin
Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest park in Green Bay and is the second largest wildlife rehabilitation program
National Railroad Museum Green Bay, Wisconsin
Learn about train travel at the National Railroad Museum in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin, just outside Green Bay.
New Zoo Green Bay, Wisconsin
A popular place to visit in Green Bay, Wisconsin is the NEW Zoo, located ten miles north of downtown in the Brown County Reforestation Camp.
Fox River Trail Green Bay, Wisconsin
The Fox River Trail starts in downtown Green Bay. It is part of the Wisconsin state park system and is overseen by the Wisconsin DNR.
Northeast Wisconsin Region
Northeast Wisconsin is noted for its spectacular scenery along the Lake Michigan shoreline and has many curved roads and rocky coastlines.
Northeast Wisconsin Lighthouses
A large cluster of lighthouses are in Door County, and many more are located along Wisconsin’s Northeastern Lake Michigan Coast.
View Lighthouses in Northeast Wisconsin
- Chambers Island Lighthouse, Fish Creek
- Green Island Lighthouse, Peshtigo (ruins)
- Peshtigo Reef Lighthouse, Peshtigo
- Long Tail Point Lighthouse, Suamico (ruins)
- Grassy Island Range Lights, Green Bay
- Green Bay Harbor Entrance Lighthouse, Scott
- Sherwood Point Lighthouse, Sturgeon Bay
- Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, Fish Creek
- Boyers Bluff Lighthouse, Washington
- Pottawatomie Lighthouse, Rock Island
- Plum Island Rear Range Lighthouse, Washington
- Pilot Island Lighthouse, Ellison Bay
- Cana Island Lighthouse, Baileys Harbor
- Baileys Harbor Lighthouse, Baileys Harbor
- Baileys Harbor Range Lights, Baileys Harbor
- Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead Light, Sturgeon Bay
- Algoma Pierhead Lighthouse, Algoma
- Kewaunee Pierhead Lighthouse, Kewaunee
- Rawley Point Lighthouse, Two Rivers
- North Pierhead Lighthouse, Two Rivers
- Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse, Manitowoc
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Porter County Indiana
Porter County, Indiana is popular for the Indiana Dunes National Park. Porter County, Indiana is part of the Southern Lake Michigan Circle Tour.
Mason County, Michigan
Mason County is located in central West Michigan with Ludington being the main destination. Features include Lake Michigan and the PM River.
Peshtigo, Wisconsin
One attraction of importance to Peshtigo is the Peshtigo Fire Museum, which reflects the city during the time period after a devastating fire.
Menominee, Michigan
Among the water activities, shopping, and dining, Menominee, Michigan offers historical museum, beaches, and parks.
Manistee, Michigan
The “Victorian Port City” of Manistee is part of the Lake Michigan Circle Tour and is also the gateway to scenic highway M-22.
South Haven, Michigan
South Haven has always been a port city due to its location on Lake Michigan, at the mouth of the Black River.