Door County, Wisconsin, is a picturesque county known for its limestone bluffs and sandy beaches on Lake Michigan. With a population of about 30,000, the area sees a surge to 2.5 million tourists annually, drawn by its natural beauty and nostalgic lake culture. The visit features the historical Alpine resort, a notable stop with charming cottages. The article vividly captures the relaxed lifestyle offered by the county, a refreshing contrast to urban life, making it an ideal getaway for families seeking tranquility and adventure amid nature.
I had no idea,” my mom said, her eyes fixed on the thrashing shore. She was visiting from Irvine, California, where she can gaze upon the actual Pacific - whenever she can beat the traffic.
Door County isn't on the way to anywhere. Known as Wisconsin's 'thumb,' the county juts up some 80 miles into Lake Michigan and is a succession of sandy beaches and bluffs.
About 30,000 people live on the peninsula year-round, a third of them in and around the city of Sturgeon Bay. But in tourist season, the population explodes.
Our first destination was the Alpine, a 102-year-old Swiss-style resort with little white cottages on the water's edge in Egg Harbor.
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