The 10 Best Beaches in Wisconsin, United States

May 31, 2021 Jeremy Dunfee

When you think “adventure travel” you probably think of far-flung places like Belize and Alaska—not Wisconsin. But if you’re an outdoor adventurer, you’ll find plenty of places to explore in Wisconsin. A vacation in Wisconsin can put you close to the Kettle Moraine State Forest, which has excellent biking trails. Or choose Wisconsin’s Apostle Islands—kayakers will love exploring Lake Superior’s many caves and shipwrecks.

Packers fans don’t wear those cheese-wedge hats for nothing! Foodies will love tasting as many of Wisconsin’s artisanal cheeses as possible. Either drive from cheesemaker to cheesemaker, or choose a Wisconsin vacation in a town with a good farmers’ market—then the cheesemakers bring their wares to you. And what goes better with artisanal cheese than craft beer? In Milwaukee, visit the Lakefront and Sprecher Breweries for tours and tastings.

Wisconsin Dells is a classic family vacation destination. A vacation in Wisconsin Dells will put you close to all the excitement—you’ll have to tear the kids away from the theme parks, wave pools and water parks in Wisconsin Dells!

Lake Geneva boasts clean beaches, golf, and a small-town feel that definitely appeals to city dwellers—it’s a popular getaway for residents of Chicago.


Restaurants in Wisconsin

1. Little Star Beach Park

Park Rd, Manitowish Waters, WI 54545-9020 +1 715-543-8400
Excellent
82%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Little Star Beach Park

1/2 mile west of Hwy. 51 on Park Road (turn across from the Catholic Church)The Town of Manitowish Waters obtained a maintenance agreement from the DNR on this beach/picnic site (April 2009). A state park parking sticker is no longer required.•Beach/buoyed swim area•Picnic tables•Grills•Hand water pump•Pit toilets •Accessible by watercraft on Little Star Lake (part of the M.W. 10-lake chain)

2. Muskego Park

S83W20370 Janesville Rd, Muskego, WI 53150-9504
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Muskego Park

Reviewed By In50by50 - New Berlin, United States

We walk our dog there a couple of times a week, year round. One lap around the park is about a mile. If it's dry, you can take the marked paths through the woods. You can stop off at the beach or walk out on the pier. Get out and enjoy all four seasons.

3. Big Bay Town Park

2305 Big Bay Road Madeline Island, La Pointe, WI 54850 +1 715-747-3031 [email protected] http://www.bigbaytownpark.com
Excellent
71%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 70 reviews

Big Bay Town Park

Beautiful public beach, scenic overlook into Big Bay Lagoon.

Reviewed By NicolieEats - Hayward, United States

On a whim, we decided to go camping for the weekend of Fourth of July. We called several campgrounds along the north shore but most of the campgrounds were already full. Thankfully, Rand at Big Bay Town Park offered to place us on a wait list....several hours later he called back to say that there was one available! Not only was the campground host friendly and helpful but the grounds and facilities were beautiful and well-kept! Bathrooms clean, quiet at nighttime, and safe-feeling! We loved that we could walk down to the beach right from the campground or take a quick 6 mile drive with our motorcycle to town for breakfast. Madeline Island is a gem with lots to do - you just have to look for it! Can’t wait to go back!

4. Troll Beach

401 Mandt Parkway, Stoughton, WI 53589 http://stoughtonrec.com/trollbeach
Excellent
65%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 17 reviews

Temporarily Closed

5. Bartel's Beach

S Ferry Drive, Lake Mills, WI 53551
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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0%
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Bartel's Beach

6. Sand Dunes Beach Park

South Shore Drive, Washington Island, WI 54246 +1 920-847-2179
Excellent
67%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
8%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

Sand Dunes Beach Park

7. Alpine Beach

Alpine Road, Egg Harbor, WI 54209
Excellent
62%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 47 reviews

Alpine Beach

Reviewed By Markandjennie - Appleton, United States

We were looking for beach area, and found this close to our hotel. Its small for sure but nice water area. U can rent small boats like kayaks. Parking is right at the beach. Restrooms are available right there, and covered sitting areas as well if want to eat and look out over harbor. Its not big but serves its purpose

8. Nicolet Bay Beach

9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek, WI 54212-9696 http://www.nicoletbeach.com/
Excellent
55%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 126 reviews

Nicolet Bay Beach

9. Schoolhouse Beach

1860 School House Beach Rd, Washington Island, WI 54246
Excellent
66%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
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0%
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4.5 based on 418 reviews

Schoolhouse Beach

Reviewed By victoriah788 - Cedar Rapids, United States

What a relaxing way to soak up some sun and enjoy a truly beautiful place, Beach is made up of smooth rocks vs sand...great for skipping on the waters surface. Water looked clean and inviting. A couple of neat photo ops here. No pets allowed.

10. North Beach Park

Barker St, Racine, WI 53402
Excellent
68%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 194 reviews

North Beach Park

Reviewed By beverleeg2017

I went to listen to music at the Oasis ! It was truly amazing !! Nice and clean - friendly - I love that they had volleyball nets and balls available as well as hammocks to lounge in ! A TRUE diamond on our Lakefront !!!!

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