Kayak Door County

From Southern Door County to Washington Island there are scenic waters that can only be described as amazing.We will show you some of the best places to launch and tour Door County.

Even if you have never set foot in a kayak professional lessons and rental kayaks are available in the county. If you always wanted to try your hand at Kayaking you will find no finer place to learn than in Door County.

Where to Kayak

Otumba Park
32 North Joliet Avenue
Sturgeon Bay
A great (3) acre park is located on West Juniper and North Joliet Avenue on the West Side of Sturgeon Bay. A small boat launch is right next to the sand beach. This is a perfect spot to start exploring Sturgeon Bay. The sheltered lagoon is a great place for beginners or those needing to try out a new Kayak. Paddle north and follow the shore along State Parks, or paddle south and explore the port of Sturgeon Bay. During summer the bay itself can get pretty crowded. The park has all the standard municipal park features, restrooms, picnic areas, playgrounds etc. So it is a good spot to launch with the family.

From Highway 42/57 turn left on County Highway S, also known as North Duluth. Go North on Duluth to Maple Street and turn right. Drive to Lansing, hang a left, then follow Lansing about two blocks and the road around to the end. There is a larger parking area on the West End of the Park. While driving east on Maple turn left on N. Joliet. Go north a few blocks and you will see the park on the right side.

Olde Stone Quarry Park
Five Miles North of Sturgeon Bay
On Highway B
This interesting park to Kayak Door County. Currently being upgraded and will continue to gain popularity as improvements continue. A great spot to explore the northern end of Sturgeon Bay where it soon meets the waters of Green Bay. There is a nice boat launch area where you can easily launch. Like all Door County Waters the area can get rough. However most days it is perfect for all skill levels. Don't be surprised to see scuba divers below. With plenty of parking and green space this is a spot to spend an afternoon before heading for points north.

These are just a fcouple of the places to kayak Door County. Just about every state and county park has an area you can launch from. See our Door County Parks  page for more information.

Kayak Tours

Start at….

Door County Kayak Tours
(920) 344-6641 / (920)854-9292
Phones are seasonally disconnected until May 2006

Door County Kayak Tours Is a nice set up for experienced and beginners alike. Bring your own gear or rent theirs. Tours average about 4 hours and you can find one for every age and skill level. This tour services specializes in trips to Cave Point, Door Bluff Park, and some inland lake tours.

Also try…

Door County Outdoors
Web Site is Kayak Door County
655 South Bayshore Drive
State Highway 42
Sister Bay, Wisconsin, 54234
920-854-7598
Door County Outdoors also offers lessons, tours, and trips for all experience levels. Bring your own gear, or rent well-maintained equipment. Tours are 3 to 4 hours and the destination tours are up to 7 hours. Destination tours are geared toward paddlers with some experience, not a lot, just some Destinations include North Bay, Garrett Bay, Moonlight Bay and more places to Kayak Door County.

We hope you have a great time next time you Kayak Door County.

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