Washington Island
An island settled by Icelandic immigrants, reached by crossing the “Death’s Door” strait. Features pebble beaches, lavender fields, and a relaxed bike ride around the island.
Washington Island sits at the northern tip of the peninsula. Reaching it requires a car ferry from Northport Pier, a trip of about 30 minutes across the Death's Door strait (Porte des Morts), known for its shipwrecks. Many residents are descendants of Icelandic immigrants. Visitors can go to Schoolhouse Beach to see smooth white limestone pebbles (taking them is prohibited), Fragrant Isle Lavender Farm, the Mountain Park Lookout Tower, and the Stavkirke. You can explore by car, bicycle, or on the island's sightseeing mini-train. Ferry service is more frequent in summer, and a round-trip ticket including a vehicle costs about 60 US dollars.
Opening hours
Ferry approx. 07:30-18:00 (varies by season)
Nearby sights
- Rock Island State Park
- Newport State Park
- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant
- Cana Island Lighthouse
- Ephraim
- The Ridges Sanctuary
- Peninsula State Park
- Eagle Bluff Lighthouse