Door County’s Northern Peninsula: A Self-Guided Drive

Door County’s northern peninsula is a blend of small coastal villages, quirky oddities, and natural beauty. This self-guided driving tour takes you through the county’s most scenic landscapes, from Bailey’s Harbor on Lake Michigan to Fish Creek on Green Bay, while you listen to fascinating stories along the way. The tour starts at Anclam Town Park in Bailey’s Harbor. I’ll show you the area where Door County’s settlement began, when Captain Justice Bailey sought shelter from a storm in 1848. As you drive along the peninsula, you’ll travel through historic fishing villages, and visit scenic overlooks perched high above the water. Once you’ve completed a loop of the northern thumb, including stops at Sister Bay, Ellison Bay, and Fish Creek, the tour ends at Wood Orchard Market near Egg Harbor. Along the way, you’ll discover the perfect mix of natural beauty and local culture, and hear some of the stories behind this “Cape Cod of the Midwest.“

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Location: Green Bay & Door County

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

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: What should we wear for the self-guided drive in Door County? Is it casual or more formal?

A: You can totally go casual for this tour! Just wear comfortable clothes and shoes since you'll be getting in and out of the car at different stops. Layers are a good idea too, since the weather can change pretty quickly by the lake. And don't forget sunglasses for the scenic views!

Q: Is this tour suitable for kids? What age would you recommend?

A: Absolutely, this drive is great for families! Kids will enjoy the stories during the tour and the cool stops like the scenic overlooks. I'd say it’s perfect for ages 5 and up, especially if they’ve got some patience for the car ride. Just keep snacks handy!

Q: How does the audio for the tour work? Do we need internet during the drive?

A: The audio is super easy to use! You’ll download it before you start, so you don’t need internet once you’re on the road. Just make sure to have the app set up in advance. It's also nice since you can pause and explore at your own pace without worrying about losing connection.

Discussions

Considering the Door County driving tour for a gift – any thoughts?

Hey everyone! I'm thinking about getting the self-guided drive in Door County as a gift for my parents who love road trips. I heard the route includes Bailey's Harbor and Fish Creek, which is awesome! Has anyone done this? How was the experience? Any tips for first-time drivers?

Just did the Door County tour – what a blast!

OMG, I just finished the self-guided tour and it was incredible! The views from the overlooks were breathtaking, especially around Sister Bay! I loved how we could stop wherever we wanted. Can’t recommend it enough for anyone looking for a fun day out. Bring a picnic if you can, it’s perfect for lunch!