Door County Parks

We love our parks!  We Love Our Parks


Door County stands alone in Wisconsin as the sole county boasting five state parks, along with an additional state trail. Door County is also home to 21 County Parks. Experience the natural allure of the peninsula's pristine, open spaces adorned with historic landmarks, shimmering blue waters, and winding hiking paths.  The one-of-a-kind parks are the perfect destination for your fun activities and important events. Door County Parks is committed to ensuring your experience is enjoyable and works hard to improve and protect the county's natural beauty.

“Door County’s most valuable asset, both from a material and spiritual standpoint, is its natural beauty.  A tree is the oldest form of life in our county.  To watch over it generation after generation, builds a human chain that can never be broken.”   From Door County Parks Board 1947 Report.

Explore and Enjoy Door County Parks

Rules for all Door County Parks

  • Parks are open ½ hour before sunrise to 11:00 PM unless otherwise posted at park..
  • Vehicles must park in designated areas only.
  • Camping and overnight parking are prohibited.
  • Vehicle speed limit is 25 MPH on park roads.
  • Dogs must be leashed at all times.
  • No lifeguard on duty – Swim at your own risk.
  • Glass containers not allowed in parks.
  • Use snowmobiles on marked trails only.
  • Most wild animals and plants are protected.
  • Use of firearms is prohibited except as noted below.
  • Gun and/or Bow hunting is permitted in certain parks from November 15th thru April 1st during legal DNR hunting seasons.. A permit is required from the Facilities & Parks Department.  See Chapter 12, 12.03 Hunting regulations.  
    • Hunting applications and Hold Harmless agreement forms accepted after September 5, 2025.  
    • Permits will be issued October 6, 2025 on first come first served basis.
    • No further applications will be accepted after Friday, December 5, 2025.