Parks & Marinas
Mother Nature was generous to Fish Creek, and continues to provide the village and surrounding countryside with some of the most beautiful scenery in Door County. Soaring bluffs and rocky shores, an inviting beach, quaint harbor, full-service marinas, and a series of parks offer leisure opportunities for all ages. Nature and outdoor sports enthusiasts need only wander up the road to Peninsula State Park where biking, hiking and ski trails, a nature center, historic Eagle Bluff lighthouse, the Eagle observational tower and a nationally-recognized golf course provide great family fun. Don’t forget the camera on your travels in Fish Creek! Panoramic views of Green Bay’s glistening waters will delight the casual or professional photographer. From morning’s first light to evening’s sunset…Fish Creek is the perfect destination.
Alibi Dock, North Point Marina LLC
Seasonal and transient boat slips up to 125’. Water, power, restrooms with showers, cable TV. Shopping, restaurants all within two blocks. 1 & 2 bedroom shore apartments available. 920-868-3789;fax:920-868-1776; e-mail: info@alibimarina.com. wi-fi
Clark Park
1.16 acre park adjacent to the Fish Creek dock. Public restrooms are available at the dockhouse & across the street from the park in the Gibraltar Town Hall. The grassy square has benches in the sun & shade for visitors to relax & watch the boats in the harbor. Fishing is allowed at the Fish Creek Town Dock.
Fish Creek Park
Fish Creek Park is a 27 acres park with walking trails through the woods to small ponds. There is a beautiful wooden gazebo for visitors to relax in the shade & watch the scenery & world go by. Park access is off of Hwy. 42, next to the Wild Tomato wood-fired pizza & grill (formerly Digger’s).
Fish Creek Public Beach
As the only designated public swimming beach, this half-acre park is a hot spot to be in the summer! Children can play on a small jungle gym & enjoy making sandcastles in the sand. Port-a-potties are open for use in the summer. Beach access is off of Hwy. 42 in the downtown.
Fish Creek Town Dock
Gas dock with midgrade & diesel, pump out station, power & water all slips 7 face dock, two launch ramps, public telephone, private restrooms & showers for transients, public restrooms & showers available as well. Reservations are first come, first served. 4150 Maple Street, Fish Creek, WI. Marine Radio Channel: 9. 920-868-3476; www.townofgibraltar.com
Friends of Ephraim-Gibraltar Airport
(3D2) Experience a truly unique general aviation airport. If you are planning a day trip or an extended stay in Door County, the Ephraim/Gibraltar Airport should be your destination airport. 100 LL AV fuel available & rental cars. Runways 1-19:1980X80 turf; trees at each end. 14-32:2700X60; asphalt, PCL; trees at each end. 920-854-9711 or 920-868-1714; www.friendsofephraimgibraltarairport.com. * wi-fi.
Lighthouse on Chambers Island
This historic lighthouse is surrounded by 40 acres of woodland on the beautiful and rusticly developed Chambers Island. Tours are available, but must be arranged. Contact the Fish Creek Information Center for arrangements. Restrooms available when lighthouse is open.
Nicolet Bay Beach
Located inside Peninsula State Park. Swim, play, rent watercraft, concessions & facilities.
Noble House Square
This shaded square of less than an acre is the only quiet corner of downtown Fish Creek & houses the historic Noble House Museum. Public restrooms are available in the building at the rear of the museum. Tours of the museum are available in the summer. The park hosts weekly Concerts in the Park on Tuesday afternoons at 2:30 p.m. Park access is on the corner of Hwy. 42 as the road turns northeast.
Peninsula State Park
Peninsula State Park turns 100 years old in 2009! Check out all the family-friendly activities at http://www.peninsulafriends.org/100 The gateway to this 3,776-acre park is in downtown Fish Creek. The park is noted for the 150-foot rocky bluffs that drop off into the shores of Green Bay. Peninsula State Park is the most popular camping destination in Wisconsin & boasts 469 campsites. Visitors can picnic, hike, bike, boat, fish, golf, swim, cross-country ski, sled, snowshoe & snowmobile in the park. Camping, nature programs & sightseeing available year round. For more information and to make camping reservations please visit the Peninsula State Park website:
http//www.dnr.state.wi.us/ORG/land/parks/specific/peninsula/
Progressive Dinner Trolley Outing
May 2, 2009
Location: Pick up at 5PM @ Orchard Country Winery 1/2 mi. s. of Fish Creek on Hwy 42
Trolley guests will experience unique stops for hors d’oeuvres/cocktails at a surprise location, an elegant dinner at The Inn at Kristofer’s and a decadent dessert at a romantic inn. Selected Saturdays only January through May. $73 per person. Call 920-868-1100 for details/reservations.
Sunset Beach Park
Gorgeous rocky beach that lives up to its name. This park of less than an acre is the romantic spot in Fish Creek for watching the day fade away. The park is a perfect setting for weddings, with a rustic stone wall to offset the beautiful backdrop of breathtaking sunsets. Park access is at the end of Main St., west of the White Gull Inn.
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