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The must-do trail is the (almost) three-mile segment of the Ice Age National Scenic
Trail that begins virtually next to the observation tower and runs along the ridgeline above
the water. It's only three miles of the epic trail's 1,000 miles.
Biking
An eight-mile off-road bicycle trail also meanders through mostly grassy meadows and
very moderately challenging terrain. Experienced bikers won't have any trouble, but if
you're a novice, go slowly. Bikes can be rented in the park. The trailhead is at parking lot 1
of the picnic area.
Fishing and Water Sports
Fishing in the naturally protected bay is some of the best in the lower Door, especially for
smallmouth bass. The chilled waters also offer some fantastic scuba diving, with wrecks
below. The park has no scuba outfitter on site. Contact Lakeshore Adventures (920/
493-3474, lakeshore-adventures.com , Sat. Jul.-Aug., $125 pp) in Baileys Harbor for dive
trips. Canoes and kayaks are also available for rent at the park.
Note: You'll find no sand beach here. There's lots of rocky shoreline, but if you're a
beach bum, you're out of luck.
Camping
Camping at the park is popular, so reserve as soon as you decide to go, or about six months
in advance. To reserve sites ($17, $22 with electricity, plus $10 daily entrance fee and $10
reservation fee), contact wisconsinstateparks.reserveamerica.com or 888/947-2757.
A camping cabin is available for travelers with disabilities in the south loop. It has a
stove, microwave, fridge, and air-conditioning. Showers are available in season in both
loops.
Sites are somewhat close to each other. I've always liked sites 54 or 104, given that
they'refarthestfromthemaddingcrowd.Alsoconsidersites32through50(evennumbers)
since they're backed up along the Niagara Escarpment and give you a bit of isolation.
Theytake“quiethours”seriouslyaroundhere.Expectarangervisitanytimeafter10pm,
even if you think you're being quiet.