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See. Pilot Island↗ Visit this tiny island with an 1858 lighthouse and foghorn, marking the infamous Death's Door passage. Newport State Park Wisconsin's second Dark Sky Park, perfect for stargazing and enjoying the shoreline of Europe Bay. Peninsula State Park Explore this large state park with campgrounds, an observation tower, beaches, and bluffs near Ephraim.

Eat. Prince of Pierogi Try authentic Polish pierogi at this popular food stand and brick-and-mortar restaurant.

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Atlas ObscuraJul 29, 2026

Pilot Island in Washington, Wisconsin

A string of small islands stretch from the northern tip of Door County, where the warm waters of Green Bay meet the icy waves of Lake Michigan. The shoals surrounding these islands, combined with the unpredictable currents and weather patterns, have given this infamous passage the title of Death’s Door. While the origin of the title is shrouded in folklore and fish tales, the seriousness of the…

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 23

12 Best Family Beach Vacations in the US to Visit Before Summer Ends

Searching closer to home for a coastal family getaway this year? From Puerto Rico to Wisconsin, Americans can get creative in their quest for sun and sand.

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  • Beach Plum FarmPlaceCape May, United StatesTour the 62-acre grounds, feed chickens, and pick up provisions.
  • Henderson Beach State ParkParkDestin, United StatesAdjacent park offering complimentary day passes for resort guests.
  • Congress HallHotelCape May, United StatesAmerica's oldest seaside resort, welcoming guests for over 200 years.
  • Sanderling ResortHotelOuter Banks, United StatesHas private beaches and pools, plus kayaking and surfing.
  • Lodge at Gulf State ParkHotelGulf State Park, United StatesBeachfront hotel in a 6,200-acre eco-preserve on the Gulf of Mexico.
  • Interpretive CenterMuseumGulf State Park, United StatesInteractive exhibits on the park’s nine ecosystems.
  • Gulf State Park trailsTrailGulf State Park, United StatesBike or walk some of the 28 miles of trails.
  • Aulani Resort & SpaHotelOahu, United StatesThis $800-million, family-friendly Disney beach resort opened in 2011 on the leeward side of Oahu.
  • Mo'olelo Fire Pit StorytellingPlaceOahu, United StatesEvening storytelling that illustrates Disney's unparalleled entertainment.
  • HuttopiaHotelSanford, United StatesGlamping resort on 40 wooded acres with a heated outdoor pool.
  • Timber Cove ResortHotelJenner, United StatesModern-bohemian enclave on bluffs overlooking the Pacific.
  • Timber Cove hiking trailsTrailJenner, United StatesOn-site hiking trails showcase this stretch of California coast.
  • HendersonParkDestin, United StatesBeachfront resort with ways to test the 'World's Luckiest Fishing Village' moniker.
  • Timpoochee TrailTrailSouth Walton, United StatesBike to beachfront towns on this 18-mile trail.
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AfarAug 20, 2025

State Parks, Cherry Orchards, Dark Skies: Door County Is One of the Midwest’s Best-Kept Secrets

Growing up in Poland, Krzysztof Krol loved pierogi. But he had no idea that the dumplings would be such a hit in Door County, in northeast Wisconsin. “There are 10 Polish speakers in the whole region, ...

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  • Prince of PierogiRestaurantEphraim, United StatesFood stand in Ephraim, now a restaurant in Sturgeon Bay.
  • Peninsula State ParkNature reserveEphraim, United StatesPark on a promontory with a clifftop lookout, Eagle Tower.
  • Eagle TowerSightEphraim, United StatesClifftop lookout with a recent rebuild and canopy walk.
  • Anatolia Cuisine DCRestaurantEphraim, United StatesOffers falafel and kofta dishes.
  • Rusty Dusty Vintage & RecordsPlaceEphraim, United StatesSells eclectic wares, T-shirts, vinyl, and VHS tapes.
  • CulturedRestaurantFish Creek, United StatesSourdough bakery with bagels and focaccia.
  • InlandRestaurantBaileys Harbor, United StatesPizza shop opened in September 2024.
  • Zeke's Village MarketMarketSister Bay, United StatesSells funky Wisconsin-themed apparel.
  • Anchored RootsRestaurantSister Bay, United StatesWinery opened in 2022 with a tasting room.
  • The Ridges SanctuaryNature reserveBaileys Harbor, United StatesNature reserve protecting Door County's sensitive ecosystem.
  • Hotel WashingtonHotelWashington Island, United StatesEight-bedroom hotel with a farm-to-table restaurant.
  • Gathering GroundPlaceWashington Island, United StatesNonprofit promoting sustainable agriculture.
  • Folk Tree FarmPlaceWashington Island, United StatesManages an apple orchard for a mainland cidery.
  • Earl's Sister Bay BowlRestaurantSister Bay, United StatesBar with six bowling alleys, serves fried perch.
  • NewportSightEphraim, United StatesSecond Dark Sky Park designated in the Midwest.
  • DrömhusRestaurantSturgeon Bay, United StatesEatery and wine bar converted from a 19th-century chapel.
  • Dörr hotelHotelSister Bay, United StatesHotel with Scandinavian-minimalist interiors.
  • Wilson’s Restaurant & Ice Cream ParlorRestaurantEphraim, United StatesAdvertises fountain service.
  • Open Door PrideFestivalSturgeon Bay, United StatesRuns year-round events and a Pride Festival in June.
  • Death's DoorSightWashington Island, United StatesNavigational passage where many ships wrecked.
  • Seaquist OrchardsSightSister Bay, United StatesOrchard with blooms.
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