Does your idea of a great vacation include filling up your tires, strapping on your helmet, and heading out onto the open trails with your bicycle? If so, then you’re going to absolutely love the biking trails in Door County. They’re the perfect mix of scenery, challenge, and charm. You can explore various parts of Door County by taking these trails, which vary from State Parks to community rides. What they both have in common is that there’s no shortage of epic views and pedal pumping thrills. Bring your bike and explore these biking trails in Door County! For more vacation ideas in Door County, be sure to download our Vacation Guide! You’ll find top activities inside.
State Park Biking Adventures
Door County has several state parks that welcome bikers on their trails. Newport State Park offers you 7 peaceful trails that take you through forests, uplands and meadows. You also ride alongside 11 miles of the shores of Lake Michigan.
Peninsula State Park is a popular destination for cyclists in Door County. Riders love the 9.6-mile Sunset Bike Route which offers shaded trails, views of the water, and places to stop and rest. If you decide you need more of a challenge, there are also 19 additional miles of rugged terrain for mountain biking on an off-road adventure!
Next up there’s Potawatomi State Park, where you can ride along the 8-miles of off-road bike trails throughout the park. There are also paved portions of the park through the forest and views of Sturgeon Bay.
Our last state park with biking trails in Door County is Whitefish Dunes State Park. This park knows how to do it, with 5 miles of packed bike trails. From the trails you can see wooded areas, shoreline and sand dunes including the famous Old Baldy – who happens to be the tallest sand dune in the park.
These biking trails through the state parks of Door County are a great mix of terrain, trail and terrific nature views.
Community Trails and Scenic Roads
Door County’s community bike paths and roads are just as epic. Glidden Drive brings you along the eastern shore of Lake Michigan. The mileage for this ride brings you to about 6. However, more mileage can be achieved as you ride toward Sturgeon Bay on County Road T.
Bay Shore Drive offers another classic ride. It’s paved, smooth and simply spectacular. As you make your way along these 13 miles, you’ll get from Sunset Park to Egg Harbor, seeing beautiful homes and water views along the way.
If you’re looking for a peaceful countryside ride, County Road Q is the bike trail for you. It’s a forested route that takes you about 9 miles with awesome pit stops along the way, including Mud Lake State Wildlife Area, North Bay, Moonlight Bay and more.
For a Door County bike trail that mixes both land and water, you’ll want to visit Washington Island. Bring your bike and ride the ferry where you’ll find 100-miles of paved trails to explore. If you didn’t bring a bike on your Door County adventures, you can rent one on Washington Island. There’s no shortage of sights to see on Washington Island, including beaches, historic sites, lavender field, lakes and forests.
Your Biking Adventure Begins at The Ashbrooke
Settle in at The Ashbrooke Hotel before your biking adventures begin. Staying here keeps you central to these amazing biking trails in Door County. This adults-only boutique hotel is in Egg Harbor, which means you’ll be close to these Door County biking trails and the best of Door County.
Pack your helmet, pump up those tires, and get ready to experience Door County one trail at a time. Reserve your stay at The Ashbrooke today!