Those of you from Wisconsin should be familiar with the popular
tourist destination known as Door County! A favorite vacation spot of
Wisconsinites, those from the Midwest and to some, Door County is known as the
“Cap Cod of the Midwest”. Others might simply acknowledge it as the “thumb”
of Wisconsin sticking out into Lake Michigan. Regardless, it’s always a great
place to visit... especially in the Summer time!
If you have never been to Door County here is a brief run down…
Door County is not only known for it’s beautiful, quint atmosphere and
picturesque views of Lake Michigan but also it’s wine producers, cherry
producers and overall slower pace of life highlighted by Peninsula State Park (which we biked and saw the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse) and also got to view the many talented artists who feature their work at local establishments.
There certainly is not a lack of delicious places to dine either I might add!
We had the weekend off from wedding photography so I could
sample lots of Sprecher products for the fine folks of the area, which I love
to do! In our free time we took full advantage of our surrounds from biking,
wine tastings and indulging in something very cherry (hello Cherry Brandy Old Fashioneds!)
Probably the highlight of our weekend had to be the double feature we took in at the Skyway Drive-In Theater that runs every night from Memorial Day to Labor Day. It also happens to be the 2nd longest continuously running drive-in in Wisconsin. I haven't been to a drive-in since college and Matt since he was a kid so it was simply an awesome night of nostalgia!
Our favorite little winery in Door County is Harbor Ridge located just outside of Egg Harbor as they not only produce wonderful wine but also sell an assortment of craft beer and soda. Needless to say we had to make one last stop here before heading out of town!
Like the rest of the state the locals that make Door County tick are really amazing and friendly people who love welcoming guests into their small yet special corner of Wisconsin. Thinking of ideas for your next weekend getaway?? Look no farther than Door County, we absolutely had a blast!
Credits | Author: Krista & Photography: Fornear Photo
Door County is on my list of places I'd like to visit very soon! I have heard so many wonderful things about that area!
ReplyDeleteBethie, it really is awesome! Some tips I didn't mention... patience & penny! It's not a cheap place to visit so be prepared so you can enjoy it to it's fullest. Also there is normally LOTS of other tourists you will be sharing this great place with so there might be crowded streets, bike trails and waits for dinner... but don't let that discourage you because it's SO worth it!
ReplyDeleteLooks like another one of those amazing Wiconsin places that I NEED to visit. I may complain about WI sometimes (it's the MN girl in me) but there really are so many beautiful places to visit in this state!
ReplyDeleteFunny you say that Krysten cuz the whole time we were there we kept saying things like how much we love living in Wisconsin & how awesome a place like that was only a few hours away!! I soooooooooooo recommend a trip!
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ReplyDeleteAhh I love Wisconsin! My husband is from Kenosha and I have also been to Door County, Appleton and Governor Dodge! Door County is SOOO pretty and I want to go back(for the third time). You've inspired me to make new blog posts about old travels ha!
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