Dive in Find Your Adventure along the Shipwreck Coast Two Rivers Manitowoc Sheboygan Port Washington Explore these popular locations On Land / On The Water Neshotah Beach A beautiful sand beach on Lake Michigan with areas for swimming, volleyball, and launching jet skis and kayaks. Great place to launch a kayak and paddle up to one of the southernmost shipwrecks off Point Beach State Forest! Learn More On Land Point Beach State Forest Featuring 3,000 acres of land and 6 miles of sandy beach along the shores of Lake Michigan. Point Beach offers family campsites, two large group cabins and an outdoor group camp. A popular feature within the property is the Rawley Point Lighthouse, which has been operated and maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard since 1853. Learn More On Land Spirit of the River Monument Spirit of the Rivers is a monumental bronze sculpture group situated on the Lake Michigan shore in Two Rivers. The sculpture celebrates the culture and history of the earliest inhabitants, and reminds us that people lived on this shore countless generations before the first axe struck timber to develop our present cities. Learn More On Land West of the Lake Gardens The West of the Lake Gardens was designed and named for its unique location by Ruth West in 1934, with numerous additions through 1950. Located on Lake Michigan, the six and one-half acres consist of ten individual and distinct gardens. Learn More On Land / On The Water Manitou Park Located along the Manitowoc River, Manitou Park serves as a kayak, canoe, and boat launch with restrooms and picnic areas. Paddling from this location to Lake Michigan and back takes anywhere from 2 to 4 hours depending on wind and your skill level. Learn More On Land Fischer Creek State Recreation Area This 124-acre area has nearly a mile of Lake Michigan shoreline, scenic wooded bluffs, grasslands and wetlands. It is managed by Manitowoc County. Learn More On Land Lighthouse Park Dip your toes in Lake Michigan at this small park and groomed beach located just north of the downtown area! Lighthouse Park is on the Mariner's Trail and is the access point and parking lot to use to walk out to the Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse and the Paws and Play Dog Park. Learn More On Land Red Arrow Park Red Arrow Park is a large park right off of Lake Michigan with a gorgeous well-maintained beach. There are also two large playgrounds, public bathrooms, baseball diamond, and war memorial. Dogs and beach toys are permitted. Learn More On Land Woodland Dunes Nature Center and Preserve Woodland Dunes is a nature preserve and education center located between Manitowoc and Two Rivers. There are hiking and walking trails for people of all ages. Woodland Dunes is a hot spot for bird watching, as rare birds can be heard and seen in the preserve. Learn More On Land King Park King Park is a lakeside park with a sandy swimming beach, playground, and restrooms. There are several grills available on a first come, first serve basis. King Park has a pavilion that can be rented for events and parties. The King Park Beach connects with South Beach, located behind Blue Harbor Resort. Learn More On Land Deland Park Located on Lake Michigan, Deland Park is home to North Beach, with two playgrounds, volleyball courts, restrooms with showers, and expansive green space with grills. The beach has a Mobi-mat to offer accessibility for all. Deland Park is a popular destination for surfers year-round. On nicer days, talk a walk out to the lighthouse on North Pier! Learn More On Land Kohler-Andrae State Park Kohler-Andrae State Park is a natural gem in Sheboygan, Wisconsin nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan. This stunning park is known for its expansive sandy beaches, picturesque dunes, and lush forests, making it a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Learn More On Land / On The Water EOS Surf and Outdoor EOS Surf & Outdoor offers apparel and gear for adventurers passionate about surfing and paddling the Great Lakes. As Wisconsin’s first and only dedicated surf shop, EOS combines the right gear and knowledgeable staff to get you going on your next adventure. They also offer kayak, surfboard and stand-up paddleboard rentals at an hourly or daily rate- as well as lessons! Learn More On Land Coal Dock Park Coal Dock Park is the City’s newest park and is adjacent to the picturesque downtown and marina. The Park has a 1,500’ promenade and an 80’ pedestrian bridge that provide access to Lake Michigan, the South Dock (bird sanctuary) and to the South Beach. It also features a gazebo, scenic views of the City and Lake Michigan, festivals, a walking path, benches, green space and an occasional visiting ship. Learn More On Land Forest Beach Migratory Preserve Located along Lake Michigan in the town of Belgium, WI, Forest Beach Migratory Preserve is 116 acres. The preserve contains a 5-acre hardwood forest with ephemeral (seasonal) ponds, open grassland and prairie, a partially wooded ravine and 5 constructed wetland ponds. An interpretive trail system invites visitors to meander through the preserve learning about the restoration efforts and the unique restored habitats. Visit this preserve to hike, bird watch, fish, hunt or cross country ski. Learn More On Land Harrington Beach State Park Harrington Beach State Park has more than a mile of beach along Lake Michigan. This 715-acre park also features a white cedar and hardwood swamp, old field grasslands with restored wetland ponds and a scenic limestone quarry lake. Camp, sunbathe, picnic, hike, bird watch, fish or practice astronomy at one of the observatory's monthly public viewings. Learn More On Land Lion’s Den Gorge Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve represents one of the last stretches of undeveloped bluff land along the Lake Michigan shoreline, from Mequon up to Port Washington. Over 1/2 mile of 90- to 100-foot bluffs look out onto Lake Michigan, offering tremendous viewing opportunities for residents and visitors. Stroll across bridges over the gorge or down the gorge stairways to walk along the Lake Michigan shoreline! Learn More On Land North Beach Park North Beach Park is located in Port Washington and borders Lake Michigan. It is known for its beautiful view of the beach and is a great place to walk with family or friends. There is a nice park and a fun children's play area. Learn More On Land Riveredge Nature Center As a visitor to Riveredge you will find a diverse and beautiful landscape to wander on foot, on skis or snowshoes. The 379-acre sanctuary has ten miles of trails around ponds and fens, through woodlands and prairies, and along the Milwaukee River with 67 species of birds. Snowshoers have a special snowshoeing area in the Mayhew Woods. Weekend environmental programs offered. Learn More On Land Sauk Creek Nature Preserve The 27-acre Sauk Creek Nature Preserve runs north and south over limestone bedrock ledges and eventually flows into Lake Michigan near the Port Washington Marina. Trails connect the preserve to local neighborhoods and a bridge allows easy access to the creek. The land is a valuable wildlife corridor and an outstanding resource for community education and recreation. Learn More On The Water The Board Shack Located by the scenic Lake Michigan coast in Wisconsin, this cozy surf shop is a haven for wave enthusiasts. From artisanal surfboards to trendy beach attire, we curate a selection embodying the lake lifestyle. Our knowledgeable staff, well-versed in freshwater waves, is eager to assist you in gearing up for a day of sun-soaked adventures. SUP and surfboard rentals! Learn More
On Land / On The Water Neshotah Beach A beautiful sand beach on Lake Michigan with areas for swimming, volleyball, and launching jet skis and kayaks. Great place to launch a kayak and paddle up to one of the southernmost shipwrecks off Point Beach State Forest! Learn More
On Land Point Beach State Forest Featuring 3,000 acres of land and 6 miles of sandy beach along the shores of Lake Michigan. Point Beach offers family campsites, two large group cabins and an outdoor group camp. A popular feature within the property is the Rawley Point Lighthouse, which has been operated and maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard since 1853. Learn More
On Land Spirit of the River Monument Spirit of the Rivers is a monumental bronze sculpture group situated on the Lake Michigan shore in Two Rivers. The sculpture celebrates the culture and history of the earliest inhabitants, and reminds us that people lived on this shore countless generations before the first axe struck timber to develop our present cities. Learn More
On Land West of the Lake Gardens The West of the Lake Gardens was designed and named for its unique location by Ruth West in 1934, with numerous additions through 1950. Located on Lake Michigan, the six and one-half acres consist of ten individual and distinct gardens. Learn More
On Land / On The Water Manitou Park Located along the Manitowoc River, Manitou Park serves as a kayak, canoe, and boat launch with restrooms and picnic areas. Paddling from this location to Lake Michigan and back takes anywhere from 2 to 4 hours depending on wind and your skill level. Learn More
On Land Fischer Creek State Recreation Area This 124-acre area has nearly a mile of Lake Michigan shoreline, scenic wooded bluffs, grasslands and wetlands. It is managed by Manitowoc County. Learn More
On Land Lighthouse Park Dip your toes in Lake Michigan at this small park and groomed beach located just north of the downtown area! Lighthouse Park is on the Mariner's Trail and is the access point and parking lot to use to walk out to the Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse and the Paws and Play Dog Park. Learn More
On Land Red Arrow Park Red Arrow Park is a large park right off of Lake Michigan with a gorgeous well-maintained beach. There are also two large playgrounds, public bathrooms, baseball diamond, and war memorial. Dogs and beach toys are permitted. Learn More
On Land Woodland Dunes Nature Center and Preserve Woodland Dunes is a nature preserve and education center located between Manitowoc and Two Rivers. There are hiking and walking trails for people of all ages. Woodland Dunes is a hot spot for bird watching, as rare birds can be heard and seen in the preserve. Learn More
On Land King Park King Park is a lakeside park with a sandy swimming beach, playground, and restrooms. There are several grills available on a first come, first serve basis. King Park has a pavilion that can be rented for events and parties. The King Park Beach connects with South Beach, located behind Blue Harbor Resort. Learn More
On Land Deland Park Located on Lake Michigan, Deland Park is home to North Beach, with two playgrounds, volleyball courts, restrooms with showers, and expansive green space with grills. The beach has a Mobi-mat to offer accessibility for all. Deland Park is a popular destination for surfers year-round. On nicer days, talk a walk out to the lighthouse on North Pier! Learn More
On Land Kohler-Andrae State Park Kohler-Andrae State Park is a natural gem in Sheboygan, Wisconsin nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan. This stunning park is known for its expansive sandy beaches, picturesque dunes, and lush forests, making it a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Learn More
On Land / On The Water EOS Surf and Outdoor EOS Surf & Outdoor offers apparel and gear for adventurers passionate about surfing and paddling the Great Lakes. As Wisconsin’s first and only dedicated surf shop, EOS combines the right gear and knowledgeable staff to get you going on your next adventure. They also offer kayak, surfboard and stand-up paddleboard rentals at an hourly or daily rate- as well as lessons! Learn More
On Land Coal Dock Park Coal Dock Park is the City’s newest park and is adjacent to the picturesque downtown and marina. The Park has a 1,500’ promenade and an 80’ pedestrian bridge that provide access to Lake Michigan, the South Dock (bird sanctuary) and to the South Beach. It also features a gazebo, scenic views of the City and Lake Michigan, festivals, a walking path, benches, green space and an occasional visiting ship. Learn More
On Land Forest Beach Migratory Preserve Located along Lake Michigan in the town of Belgium, WI, Forest Beach Migratory Preserve is 116 acres. The preserve contains a 5-acre hardwood forest with ephemeral (seasonal) ponds, open grassland and prairie, a partially wooded ravine and 5 constructed wetland ponds. An interpretive trail system invites visitors to meander through the preserve learning about the restoration efforts and the unique restored habitats. Visit this preserve to hike, bird watch, fish, hunt or cross country ski. Learn More
On Land Harrington Beach State Park Harrington Beach State Park has more than a mile of beach along Lake Michigan. This 715-acre park also features a white cedar and hardwood swamp, old field grasslands with restored wetland ponds and a scenic limestone quarry lake. Camp, sunbathe, picnic, hike, bird watch, fish or practice astronomy at one of the observatory's monthly public viewings. Learn More
On Land Lion’s Den Gorge Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve represents one of the last stretches of undeveloped bluff land along the Lake Michigan shoreline, from Mequon up to Port Washington. Over 1/2 mile of 90- to 100-foot bluffs look out onto Lake Michigan, offering tremendous viewing opportunities for residents and visitors. Stroll across bridges over the gorge or down the gorge stairways to walk along the Lake Michigan shoreline! Learn More
On Land North Beach Park North Beach Park is located in Port Washington and borders Lake Michigan. It is known for its beautiful view of the beach and is a great place to walk with family or friends. There is a nice park and a fun children's play area. Learn More
On Land Riveredge Nature Center As a visitor to Riveredge you will find a diverse and beautiful landscape to wander on foot, on skis or snowshoes. The 379-acre sanctuary has ten miles of trails around ponds and fens, through woodlands and prairies, and along the Milwaukee River with 67 species of birds. Snowshoers have a special snowshoeing area in the Mayhew Woods. Weekend environmental programs offered. Learn More
On Land Sauk Creek Nature Preserve The 27-acre Sauk Creek Nature Preserve runs north and south over limestone bedrock ledges and eventually flows into Lake Michigan near the Port Washington Marina. Trails connect the preserve to local neighborhoods and a bridge allows easy access to the creek. The land is a valuable wildlife corridor and an outstanding resource for community education and recreation. Learn More
On The Water The Board Shack Located by the scenic Lake Michigan coast in Wisconsin, this cozy surf shop is a haven for wave enthusiasts. From artisanal surfboards to trendy beach attire, we curate a selection embodying the lake lifestyle. Our knowledgeable staff, well-versed in freshwater waves, is eager to assist you in gearing up for a day of sun-soaked adventures. SUP and surfboard rentals! Learn More