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A beautiful distant view of the Sturgeon Bay Canal Station Lighthouse.
Sturgeon Bay's waterfront features many beautiful, historic buildings.
Built in 1899 and automated in 1972, the Sturgeon Bay Canal Station Lighthouse is an active US Coast Guard Station.
Dozens of boats are parked in their slips at the Sturgeon Bay Marina.
An aerial photo captures Sturgeon Bay's beautiful waterfront with downtown in the background.
A statue of the prehistoric fish is painted with a waterfront scene. Photo: James Jordan

Sturgeon Bay

Sturgeon Bay is a historic charming year round community with something for everybody in every season. There are three distinct shopping districts, wonderful parks, great galleries with fantastic local and national artisans, a maritime museum and an historical museum, diverse lodging from full service, to B & B's to quaint hotels. You will enjoy the splendor of panoramic views of both Green Bay and Lake Michigan.

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Run Wild 2017 Sturgeon Bay October 07 10K run and 3-mile run/walk, 1/3-mile Smokey Bear Run and 2/3-mile Park Ranger Run. Refreshments, door prizes, trophies.
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The Fall 50 Distance Run Sturgeon Bay,Gills Rock October 21 Described as the most scenic distance run in the Midwest, this point-to-point 50 mile run offers a challenge to solo or teams of 2-5 runners. Showcases the...
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Thrills on Third Avenue Sturgeon Bay October 28 A day of festive Halloween fun for the entire family! Activities include pumpkin painting, a costume parade, costume contest, slime making and...

Things To Do

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Door Peninsula Winery Sturgeon Bay Located in a historic 1868 schoolhouse, Door Peninsula Winery is Door County's original winery and one of the largest producers of wine in Wisconsin. Tours...
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Door County Candle Company Sturgeon Bay From Door County's original candle maker comes a sensational new candle experience. Watch us make candles. Dip your own candle creations. Immerse yourself...
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Door County Historical Museum Sturgeon Bay Visit the "Best Small Museum in the Midwest" as named by the Chicago Tribune. Educational displays portray Door County's unique history including the early...

Places To Stay

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The Lodge at Leathem Smith Sturgeon Bay The ’NEW’ Lodge at Leathem Smith features a 63 room hotel (a fisherman’ wing plus 18 elegant luxury suites with fireplaces and hot tubs) and facilities to host...
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Debenham Cottage Sturgeon Bay Two bedroom cottage, one with queen bed, one with a double and single. There is a full bath, shower only, and a fully equipped eat-in kitchen. The pine paneled...
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Bay Shore Inn Sturgeon Bay Located 2.5 miles from downtown Sturgeon Bay, the Bay Shore Inn is the perfect place to unwind from it all. Established in 1922, this family friendly resort...

Dining

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Trattoria Dal Santo Sturgeon Bay Discover Italy right here in Door County!Trattoria Dal Santo offers diners a unique experienceof Northern Italian cooking along with fine wines and beer served...
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The Fishing Hole Sturgeon Bay The Fishing Hole is a traditional tavern in the woods! Located on Hwy M (the road to Sherwood Point lighthouse) off of Hwy C in Sturgeon Bay. We offer casual...
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Door County Fire Company Sturgeon Bay Enjoy casual dining, excellent service, a great beer selection, and nightly specials. The upstairs Town Hall Banquet Room is available for events.

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