- What is the atmosphere of Egg Harbor like?
- Egg Harbor offers a true boating town feel, located right on Green Bay with a small harbor town atmosphere. Though it spans only 6.62 square miles, its culture and artisanal foods make it a welcoming vacation spot.
- What can visitors do in Egg Harbor?
- Visitors can explore wineries, animal farms, bars, restaurants, galleries, and parks, which all contribute to the thriving town. Despite its small population of around 200 people, visitors are made to feel like part of the community.
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1. Egg Harbor Marina
In 2010, Egg Harbor Marina was renovated to provide 63 floating piers for docking boats. Though the slips fit boats up to 50 feet in length, no matter the size of your vessel, you’ll enjoy cruising on Green Bay. The harbor includes a gas station for filling your boats, whether it takes diesel or regular gas. Since you may choose to stay on your boat during your vacation, you’ll find many amenities at Egg Harbor Marina to make your stay more comfortable, including bathrooms, playgrounds, and laundry facilities. Right off of the harbor slips is a public beach for land days, and shops and restaurants are only a short walk away.
Address: Egg Harbor Marina, 7815 Dock Road, Egg Harbor, WI 54209, Phone: 920-868-2048
2. Stone’s Throw Winery
Recently named Wisconsin’s best wine bar by Lux Life Magazine, Stone’s Throw Winery is the winner of six medals in international competitions. While over 2,500 miles from Napa Valley, CA, Stone’s Throw Winery uses California grapes that have been grown in ideal conditions. They are then shipped to Door County in a refrigerated truck and immediately pressed for freshness. Small batches keep the wine unique and perfected. When visiting the winery, you’ll be able to sit outside, play bocce ball, and join in a tasting. Two specific tastings are available: the signature series tasting, where you choose five wines, or the winemaker select series tasting, where you choose six wines.
Address: Stone’s Throw Winery, 3382 County Road E, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, Phone: 920-839-9660
3. Birch Creek Music Performance Center
The Birch Creek Music Performance Center was established in 1970 to bring together music professionals and eager students. In the first year there were just 12 students and their concerts were held in a private home. Over the next several decades the Performance Centre grew by leaps and bounds and now occupies a 9-building campus and attracts around 200 students who take part in 2-week intensive summer music camps each year. Your visit to Egg Harbor could not be considered complete without attending one of their amazing Summer Music Academy concerts. Musical genres include Percussion, Big Band Jazz and Symphony.
Address: 381 County Rd E, Egg Harbor, WI 54209, Phone: 920 868 3763
4. Off the Wheel Pottery
For those wanting to do some shopping, there are many stores and galleries around Egg Harbor. Off the Wheel Pottery is a gallery held within two older buildings: a barn and a granary. A third building, newly built, houses the studio, where guests, like resident artist Renee Schwaller, create their pottery. Guests can come to see the local artists’ work, which has been handmade. Not all artists are local, some are from as far away as Florida, but the ceramics are all beautifully made and presented for patrons to check out. The gallery is only open to visitors from May through October.
Address: Off the Wheel Pottery, 4234 County Road E, Egg Harbor, WI 54209, Phone: 920-868-9608
5. Woodwalk Gallery
Over 70 artists’ works are on display at Woodwalk Gallery. This gallery is much more than just a beautiful building and garden to walk through admiring the sculptures, metalwork, furniture, and more. Woodwalk Gallery brings together all art forms, like Friday Night Concert nights and the Midsummer Music Festival. When visiting Woodwalk Gallery, you’ll find so many beautiful art pieces that can be purchased only at the gallery. Rustic artwork and furniture that uses reclaimed wood are typically made to order, but visitors can check out pieces that are already built. New to Woodwalk is a layaway option, so you can purchase the art you want no matter the cost.
Address: Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Road G, Egg Harbor, WI 54209, Phone: 920-629-4877
6. White Cliff Nature Preserve
White Cliff Nature Preserve is 103 acres of protected land in Egg Harbor. There is a trail that loops around the preserve, allowing guests the opportunity to walk through without disrupting the wildlife and shrubbery in the protected areas. By remaining on the path, guests will not interfere with animals establishing habitats or spread invasive species from shoes. White Cliff Nature Preserve welcomes all pets but asks that they remain on a leash and are picked up after. Whit Cliff reserves a “leave no trace” policy, where visitors do not bring items into the preserve nor take them out.
Address: 8248 White Cliff Road, Egg Harbor, WI 54235, Phone: 920-746-1359
7. Egg Harbor Waterfront
The Village of Egg Harbor is justifiably proud of their lovely waterfront which offers residents and visitors a large recreation area with beautiful views. Egg Harbor Waterfront has a 500 foot public beach where you can enjoy sunbathing, castle building, swimming and boating. There is an adjacent full-service year round Marina, should you be arriving by boat. Other amenities at the waterfront include a number of walking paths, a children’s playground, a boat launch, restrooms and changing rooms. You will also find a concession where you can rent kayaks. Egg Harbor Waterfront is located within easy walking distance of Downtown Egg Harbor, where you will find shops and restaurants.
Address: Egg Harbor Waterfront , Egg Harbor, WI 54209, Phone: 920 868 3334
8. Shipwrecked Brew Pub
In 1882, the building that now houses Shipwrecked Brew Pub was built. In 2017, a fire destroyed the old building, but when it was rebuilt in 2018, the customer was kept in mind. Rather than old rooms for an inn upstairs, the second story is a dining room featuring water views. With a history that harkens to Al Capone, there are also rumors of ghosts who gently haunt the halls of the restaurant, believed to be victims of Capone’s. Shipwrecked is a brewery that creates microbrews, and a local favorite is the fried cheese curds served with garlic chili ketchup.
Address: Shipwrecked Brew Pub, 7791 Highway 42, Egg Harbor, WI 54209, Phone: 920-868-2767
9. The Log Den
The Log Den is a warm, inviting restaurant where guests can enjoy a meal, wedding, meeting, or other events. Built in an actual log cabin, the Log Den is over 10,000 square feet and has animals carved right into the wood to search for while you eat. The menu shifts as the seasons do, so you’re always going to find a great meal with seasonal favorites no matter when you visit. For instance, check out the Bluepoint Oysters Rockefeller or the pistachio and panko encrusted whitefish. Popular in Door County is the fish boil, and every Friday night, you can make a reservation for this local whitefish favorite.
Address: The Log Den, 6626 Highway 42, Egg Harbor, WI 54209, Phone: 920-868-3888
10. Chocolate Chicken
In 1983, the original owners of Chocolate Chicken decided that they wanted to share their love of fudge with the locals and visitors to Door County. Today, guests can stop in the shop to pick up some coffee, shipped in from all around the world, including South India, Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Indonesia. Though the coffee is great, it’s the chocolate that shines in this store. Combining chocolate and cherries is one of the great innovations at Chocolate Chicken since cherries are a local crop. On top of chocolates, caramels, cherry sauce, and coffee, be sure to check out the mugs and shirts that bare the Chocolate Chicken crowned chicken logo.
Address: Chocolate Chicken, 7821 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor WI 54209, Phone: 920-868-3983
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Best Time to Visit
Places to Stay
Tips for Visiting
Spring (March-May) – Mild temperatures and blooming cherry blossoms.
The Landing Resort – A cozy retreat with great amenities.
Visit Harbor Ridge Winery – Enjoy locally made wines in a relaxing atmosphere.
Summer (June-August) – Warm and sunny, perfect for lake activities.
Newport Resort – A family-friendly stay with spacious suites.
Explore Egg Harbor Beach – A great spot for swimming, kayaking, and picnicking.
Fall (September-November) – Crisp air and breathtaking fall foliage.
Landmark Resort – A scenic stay with beautiful views of the bay.
Attend the Egg Harbor Pumpkin Patch Festival – A fun fall event with live music, food, and crafts.
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