Recreation
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Hunting
Hunting and trapping are allowed in the open areas of the park during the Wisconsin state parks hunting and trapping time frame. Trapping is not permitted in closed areas as noted on the park hunting map or within 100 yards of any designated use…
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Water Recreation
Whitefish Dunes State Park beach at high water levels in Lake Michigan © DNR Photo Whitefish Swimming and Lake Michigan Swimming is available in Lake Michigan. Please use caution. No lifeguards are present. A beach wheelchair is…
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Winter Recreation
When there's snow, the Red, Yellow and Yellow Spur trails, and a portion of the Green Trail are groomed and can be used for cross-country skiing. The beach and Black, Whitefish Creek Spur, Clark Lake Spur, Winter and Brachiopod trails, and a portion…
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Picnic Areas and Shelters
Whitefish Dunes State Park's picnic area includes charcoal grills, picnic tables, a fire ring, a reservable shelter building and a drinking water fountain. This area is near the parking lot overlooking the shore of Lake Michigan. Reservable shelter…
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Pets
Pets are not allowed on the section of beach from the nature center to the Third Beach access from April 1 to Nov. 1. The pet beach access is about a 0.75-mile walk from the parking lot. To reach this area, walk your pet from the parking area…
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Hiking
Whitefish Dunes State Park has 14.5 miles of hiking trails. Please do not climb on the dunes and stay on the park's designated trails and stairs to protect the rare plant and animal species that call Whitefish Dunes home. Hiking Trails Beach The…
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Geology
The rocks around Door County tell a story of what was once here. The exposed dolostone gives clues of a shallow warm sea that once covered the area around 425 million years ago. This time period is known as the Silurian Sea. Clues to the age of the…
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History
The Whitefish Dunes area's history has been shaped by its geological prehistory, its location along the Lake Michigan shore, its people and its scenic natural resources. People of the dunes Evidence of eight separate occupations ranging in age…
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Nature
The variety of plant and animal life at Whitefish Dunes is considerable. Mammals On an early spring morning overlooking the beach, one may see a white-tailed doe and fawn drinking from the lake. Red fox tracks are found throughout the forested…
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Recreation
Whitefish Dunes State Park offers a variety of recreation opportunities to visitors year-round. View the links below to learn more about some of the popular activities available at this park. Accessibility Whitefish Dunes State Park offers…