Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Nature Preserve

Features

  • Natural Attractions Type
    • Parks, Forests, Trails
  • Trail Length (miles)
    • 2.5

Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Nature Preserve

Information: 920-746-1359
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Enjoy discovering the wonders of nature found here! This is one of 14 featured Door County Land Trust nature preserves that showcase the scenic beauty and natural diversity that make Door County so special. Nature preserves are open to the public at no charge for hiking, skiing, photography, nature study and other low-impact, non-motorized activities. 

This trail system features a variety of habitats and landscapes including Lake Michigan beach, sand dunes, ancient ridge and swale shorelines, old-growth stands of hemlock and white pine, and open fields. The trail also provides outstanding views of the ship canal and two historic lighthouses.