Newport State Park

Newport State Park

Newport State Park

Description

Newport State Park, northeast of Ellison Bay, is Wisconsin's only formally-designated wilderness park. With 2,373 acres and 11 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, the park offers quiet alternatives to bustling Door County. Explore 30 miles of hiking trails with hike-in campsites. There are evergreen and hardwood forests, wetlands and upland meadows.

Contact

Website: Newport State Park

Location

 Directions

  45.226987, -86.989615

County: Door

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    Candlelight Ski, Hike Or Snowshoe

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    The tradition will carry on as the trails will come alive by candlelight, guiding skiers, hikers and snowshoers into a glowing, magical winter wonderland.

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    First Day Hike

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    A 1.2-mile guided hike along the Fern Trail with a campfire and refreshments to follow.

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    Halloween Nature Hike

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    Join the park naturalist to search for nature's Halloween treats.

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    Full Moon Hike

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    Join Park staff on this night hike enjoying the full Harvest Moon. We’ll let our eyes adjust to the moonlight and hike the 1.75-mile Monarch Trail, watching and listening for the sights and sounds of the night. If needed, bring a flashlight or head…

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    Mushroom Foray with Charlotte Lukes

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    Door County’s mushroom expert will lead us through the fascinating world of fungi.

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    Trees of Door County

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    Horticulture expert and arborist Tom Wolfe will share his vast knowledge about trees and shrubs of Door County. There will be plenty to learn about and time for questions.

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    Fall Colors Hike

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    Join the park naturalist and get out and enjoy the brilliant colors of fall while hiking the Monarch Trail, an easy 1.75-mile loop.

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    Hike With The Naturalist

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    Head to the woods to see what treasures await. Trail and discussions will be determined based on conditions.

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    Mushroom Foray with Charlotte Lukes

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    Door County’s mushroom expert will lead us through the fascinating world of fungi.

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    Birds & Astronomy

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    Immerse yourself in a night of discovery and awe at Newport State Park, an acclaimed dark sky park in Door County.

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