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Exploring the Presence of Bears in Door County: A Fascinating Journey into Wildlife

Door County, Wisconsin, known for its lush forests and rich food sources, has become a subject of curiosity for its wildlife, particularly bears. In this article, we delve into the existence of bears in Door County, examining their habits, numbers, and how humans can coexist safely with these majestic creatures. Whether you are a wildlife enthusiast or a curious visitor, join us in uncovering the truth about bears in this scenic region. The Bear Population in Door County: A Closer Look While Door County is not typically known for a large bear population, it does provide a habitat conducive to their survival. Estimates suggest that there could be up to fifteen bears in the area, although this number is subject to change. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources categorizes bears in Door County as “rare,” meaning they are not a…

Door County: An Enchanting Destination with Endless Delights

Welcome to Door County, where natural beauty meets captivating charm! Situated on the eastern tip of the picturesque Wisconsin Peninsula, Door County is an idyllic haven that enthralls visitors with its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. With our comprehensive guide, we invite you to embark on an unforgettable journey through the wonders and…

7 Reasons Why Newport State Park is the Best Park in Door County

Find out why Newport state park is considered one of the 5 gems of Door County Parks system!  Newport state park offers a 180-degree difference from Peninsula state park, go hiking and not see anyone, have a secluded beach all to yourself and no more car camping, only hike to and kayak to campsites are…

Why Schauer Park is a Better Kayaking Launch than Whitefish Bay Dunes State Park

To launch a kayak and access Cave Point County Park,  there are mainly 2 options, Schauer Park (where we launch from) and Whitefish Bay Dunes State Park, or a little further away, Whitefish Bay Boat launch. Safety, Safety, Safety Predominant wind/wave direction is from the south. Thus the safest harbor to retreat back into is…

7 of the Most Adventurous Door County Things To Do

Here are 7 fun things to do on your Door County Vacation Make sure to take part in any of these fun and free activities to do in Door County, WI. Watch a sunset, either by kayak or pull over if you are driving.  Door County has some of the best sunsets! Eat adventurously!  Ever…

Win a free Door County kayak tour

Win a Free tour by entering our Door county kayak tour drawing Check out our latest Facebook post and comment with someone’s name that you think should win a free kayak tour in Door County!  Make sure they like our facebook page and they will eligible to win a free tour!

Door County is Seasonally Closing, But New Orleans and Austin are Just Getting Starting!

Thank you, everyone, for a fun and safe season. We hope to see you next year on one of our other tours or learning how to surf. In the meantime, don’t be stuck inside all winter come down to Austin, Texas or New Orleans, LA to experience the Bat Bridge Tour or the Kayak Swamp…

Door County Needs to be on Your Destination List this Summer

It is getting to be that time of year again! That time to start thinking about and planning summer vacations! We hope that you are all getting as excited as we are at Door County Kayak Tours about the thought of the summer sun and playing on Lake Michigan. Door County holds as one on…

Lakeshore Adventures vs Cave Point Paddle & Pedal

They say imitation is the highest form of flattery.  We’ll after 13 years of running kayak tours, our friends over at Lakeshore Adventures decided to start offering kayak tours.  Here are just a few reasons to stick with us. Cave Point County Park Kayak Tour Cave Point Paddle & Pedal  Lakeshore Adventures  Cost=$ $55 $59  Distance to Cave Point County Park 2.5 miles 16 miles  Photographer Professional photographer with DSLR Point and shoot guide held Years operating kayak tours 16 years 3 years