A Self-Guided Drive of Southern Door County's Natural Heritage

Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
Service animals welcome

Discover the natural and maritime heritage of southern Door County on this self-guided driving tour. Journey through Carlsville and follow the Sturgeon Bay Canal, where you'll learn how this engineering marvel reshaped the region’s shipping industry. Pass the bustling shipyards of Sturgeon Bay and spot the Coast Guard station that still protects these waters. Along the way, hear about Native American settlements, Scandinavian influences, and Door County’s cherry orchards. Take in stunning views at Whitefish Dunes, Cave Point, and historic lighthouses. There are plenty of opportunities to stop your car and explore on foot, uncovering the rich stories behind the scenic spots. By the end of this journey, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for the beauty, history, and resilience of Door County. Whether you're here for a day trip or a weekend getaway, you’ll leave with a newfound understanding of this remarkable place, and with plenty of ideas for what to explore next.

What's included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Smartphone and headphones
    • Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
    • Food and drink
    • Transportation

    Audio guide available in multiple languages

    English

    Additional information

    Wheelchair accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Service animals allowed

    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Location

    Departure point

    Door County Coffee & Tea Co., WI-42 5773, Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235
    The tour begins in Carlsville at the Door County Coffee and Tea Company parking lot. Take Highway 42 North from Sturgeon Bay or South from Egg Harbor. Before starting the tour, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket.

    End point

    Sarkis Realty, Horseshoe Bay Rd 5051, Egg Harbor, WI, 54209
    This tour ends at the intersection of Horseshoe Bay Road and Sunny Point Road, just off Egg Harbor Road. You'll find an abandoned driveway along the road where you can park and listen to the final stop.

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