Ellison Bay WisconsinEllison Bay Wisconsin is set atop the bluffs of Green Bay. Breathtaking Scenic vistas have inspired artists and artisans for decades. So relaxing and inspiring is the area that many seasoned visitors make the bay not only a place to visit but one to stay. See why!
Ellison Bay has several places to stay during your Door County adventure. Not as developed as many other Door County Communities you will find fewer lodging choices here. However there are a few stand out accommodations Thinking about staying? Try… Wagon Trail Resort The Wagon Trail Resort located in the village is an outstanding Door Counties Classic Resort. With 35 years experience making family vacations special the Wagon Trail gets it right! Accommodations include rooms, suites, cottages, and homes. We know the Wagon Trail will find you a perfect fit for your stay. Amenities include an indoor pool and sauna, a waterfront activity area and a playground. Tennis, basket ball and bike rentals. A top notch marina offers fishing charters and boat rentals of every description.
Ellison Bay has several unique places to stop and eat. So, on your travels in and around the area don’t miss out. Start at … The Viking Grill and Lounge The Viking Grill is a Door County institution. Long ago locals would make the drive north to take in a meal at the Viking. Today the Viking Grill is a very popular place to eat with locals and visitors alike. The Viking Grill and Lounge is open all year and features daily specials for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Expect to find, lightly breaded Lake Perch, BBQ chicken and ribs, homemade soups and the ever popular cheeseburger. The Viking may best be known for their incredible fish boils. The Viking Grill has been serving up great fish boils since 1961, and they do it right! It’s hard to pick between the Viking and the White Gull in for Door County’s top fish boil. Their fish boil is served starting at 4:30 daily mid May through October. Don’t miss out on all the cool Door County souvenirs in the back of the restaurant.
Satisfy your sweet tooth at… Grandma’s Swedish Bakery Enjoy homemade bakery treats like jumbo cookies, brownies, Door County Cherry Pie, and much more. If your diet only allows you to eat one thing go with the award winning pecan roll!
Be sure and stop in at... Ellison Bay Pottery Ellison Bay Pottery offers a wide selection of functional stoneware for the home displayed in a rustic barn setting. Artisan John Dietrich has created an amazing line of pit fired pottery mugs, bowls, casseroles, goblets, pitchers, teapots, and platters for the kitchen. Everyone that stops in is more than impressed with John's collection. If you are a pottery lover, or knows someone that is go ahead and treat yourself.
Ellison Bay is home to one of Door County’s most unique institutions... The Clearing The Clearing can best be described as a “folk school.” This unique adult learning environment is perched atop a spectacular bluff overlooking the waters of Green Bay Wisconsin. The Clearing is where adults interested in nature, arts or humanities can learn. This is no mere “how to” collection of workshops. Students participate in stimulating discussion, conversation, nature study and hands-on work. There is no place else on earth quite like the clearing for learning. Wide ranges of classes are offered. Choose from painting, writing, quilting, birding, wood carving, poetry, rustic furniture making, photography, poetry, fine wood-working, music, weaving, philosophy, stained glass, metal work, nature study and paper arts. If you don’t have time for a class be sure to visit the grounds to explore the interesting architecture blended into the environment. Also check out the book and gift store. Another great attraction in Ellison Bay is... Newport State Park Newport State Park covers about 2,400 acres of wilderness and is open year round. At the park you will find an amazing 11 miles of undeveloped Lake Michigan shoreline. Active visitors will find 30 miles of hiking trails, 12 miles of off road biking trails, 16 backpack only camp sites. For winter adventure you will find winter backpack only camping, 23 miles of Winter trails, 12.5 miles of groomed X-Country Ski trails, 2 miles of groomed skate ski trails, and 8 miles of snowshoe trails. The trip to Ellison Bay just to see the beauty of the area is well worth the effort. Just don’t drive through, explore a bit and make some great discoveries of your own. Return to top of Ellison Bay … The Height of Beauty page. Return to Door County Communities ... Unique Destinations page. | |
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