Rustic, off the beaten path, and gorgeous. The beach we choose for a slow picnic afternoon — and the dog gets to come.
More in Ellison Bay
Parks & Hikes
Ellison Bay · just past Ellison Bay
Door Bluff Headlands County Park
“One of our favorite hikes anywhere, and the best bluff-top water views on the peninsula. The first stretch is steep and rooty, then it settles…”
Hickey PickFreeSunset Spot Dogs: yes
Beaches
Ellison Bay
Ellison Bay Community Park & Beach
“Still popular, but calmer than the marquee beaches — the one we pick when we want room to spread out. Playground and courts keep restless kids…”
FreeKid Approved Dogs: partly
Wine, Beer & Cider
Ellison Bay
Island Orchard Cider
“French Normandy-style hard cider made from apples grown on Washington Island and ferried across Death’s Door. Tastings and flights in the Ellison…”
Dogs: partly