Member Since 2009. Our visit to cave point will be followed by a stop at the Whitefish Bay Dunes State Park to take a short hike to stretch the legs and gain a deeper understanding ecological and geological narrative about the dunes and Door County.- Cave Point is a spectacle of nature. look of the water. Kayakers of all experience levels are welcome on this extended tour! We have traveled to Door County for many years. A serene, pretty, calming stop, and must-see stop along your drive up the coast. A half-mile hiking trail stretches through the forest of birch, maple and beech trees and links up with several miles of trails in the adjacent Whitefish Dunes State Park, which borders the park on three sides. In addition to the amazing caves, dunes and the Niagara Escarpment, you will also paddle to the Australasia Shipwreck which is visible on calm and sunny day. Cave Point is located on approximately 19 acres of land at 5360 Schauer Road in the Town of Sevastopol. Finally, we were able to see this beautiful shoreline with waves crashing and making ice sculptures on the rocks. Previous page; 1 - 6 of 25; Next page; Hosted by Fred Suchy Ask a question. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Whitefish Dunes State Park. Windy days can be dangerous. At this point the Cave Point Lakeside Trail merges with the “Brachiopod Trail,” an interpretive loop with signs detailing area fossils. Whitefish Dunes State Park, established in 1967, encompasses the northern shoreline of Whitefish Bay between Cave Point County Park and the small community of Whitefish Bay. It's a quiet little gem with amazing colors. Other operators start from Whitefish Bay Dunes State Park. This gives us the ability to retreat into a safe harbor(Schauer Park) when the south wind and waves pick up. There are several picture perfect areas. Cave Point County Park l o N Whitefish Dunes State Park Welcome to Winter Trail Map c h a u e r R d Rd Hwy WD) Y e l o w S p u r Blac k S h o rt c u t 1000 0 1000 2000 3000 Feet 0 0.25 0.5 Miles Black W h i t e f i s B a y C r e e k W i n t e r T r a i l u n g r o m e d) Trail Routes Approx. In 1943, the Door County Board of Supervisors took a visionary step in preserving the 19 acres that would become Cave Point County Park. Maps: Interactive Google Map Standing above the sea caves on a dolomite cliff you can feel the pounding of Lake Michigan's waves - a deep bone rattling churning below. Black Trail Loop via Cave Point County Park is a 1.7 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin that offers the chance to see wildlife. Get out of the car and stretch your legs. :) It is now a "must do" when we come to Door County, and it hasn't ever been crowded when we have been there. Cave Point is famous for its spectacular rock formations, such as a shelf of dense dolomite extending a quarter of a mile offshore beneath the water's surface. Woodwalk Gallery 8.1 mi. After launching the kayaks at Schauer park guests will kayak to Cave Point and then on to view Whitefish Bay Dunes State Park(wind and wave dependent). Look for the signs on Highway 57. We love Cave Point and have always wanted to come in the winter. Free county park, absolutely breathtaking view along Lake Michigan, caves to explore per kayak, canoe, boat in warm weather. It has a small parking lot, restrooms, and an out-and-back trail. Due to the changing conditions of Lake Michigan, this tour is only available for a 9 am departure. It is just North of Whitefish Dunes State Park. 6. - Buy this stock photo and explore similar images at Adobe Stock Sales: 888-649-2990 Kayakers of all experience levels are welcome on this extended tour! Our launch location approaches Cave Point county park from the north. We spent time exploring across the build up of ice right along the water line and carefully walking along the edge to see what winter beauty we could find. That is not the case at Whitefish Dunes State Park, which overlooks Lake Michigan and offers miles of sandy beaches and hiking trails. The road is blacktopped and the trails have had gravel put down for easy walking. The trail is very rugged with tree roots which gives it a majestic visual alongside the turquoise. The more adventurous can do some mild cliff diving. Cave Point County Park is a 19 acre park located off of Lake Michigan near Jacksonport, Door County and sits adjacent to Whitefish Bay Dunes States Park. Clark Lake is one of the pauses which happens to be one of the largest lakes in Door County. 0. Most of the peninsula has fairly rocky shores and is not conducive to swimming. Within Whitefish Dunes State Park is Cave Point County Park, considered perhaps the most beautiful area in all of Door County. A lovely spot to spend an afternoon! Walk along trails and boardwalks. Find Your Adventure On Our NEW Cave Point Extended Tour!. Your Safety is our #1 Priority! Even with an overcast sky and light winds, we got our fill of the constant energy of the waves forming ice along the shoreline. Continue across the picnic area, past a maritime display that includes a large anchor, and find the nature center at the southeast corner of the Whitefish Dunes State Park … It is just North of Whitefish Dunes State Park. We have seen it in all seasons. My husband and I came to Door County for our anniversary weekend and visited Cave Point county park and I was taken away by the view! The trail is good for all skill levels and is primarily used for hiking, walking, and running. Outdoors | March 27, 2020. - See 1,176 traveler reviews, 876 candid photos, and great deals for Sturgeon Bay, WI, at Tripadvisor. Cave Point offers a spectacular view of Lake Michigan and the eastern shore of the Door Peninsula, including sunrise and evening moon rises. Biking is not allowed on the beach/dunes or hiking trails. 2. Cave Point County Park: Tickets & Tours‎ The Farm: Tickets & Tours‎ Door Peninsula Winery: Tickets & Tours‎ Door County Maritime Museum: Tickets & Tours‎ Whitefish Dunes State Park: Tickets & Tours‎ Door County Historical Museum: Tickets & Tours‎ The Garden Door: Tickets & Tours‎ Simon Creek Vineyard & Winery: Tickets & Tours‎ 5. Clark Lake is one of the pauses which happens to be one of the largest lakes in Door County. Required fields are marked *. We love the state parks in Door County, but this one beats them all...in our opinion. It’s right around the corner and one of the 5 gems of Door County. 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