In postcard-perfect Door County, there’s a little village so beautiful, it’s been named the most beautiful small town in Wisconsin. Visit Ephraim and you’ll see why: this Wisconsin town has the perfect blent of historic charm, natural beauty, and lakefront tranquility. It’s a place to slow down and enjoy a scenic Wisconsin getaway that’s sure to provide you with much-needed R&R!
Ephraim is located right on highway 42 and it’s hard to miss when you’re driving up the Peninsula – its located just past Peninsula State Park, between the villages of Fish Creek and Sister Bay.
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It’s by no means a “large” village. Ephraim has a year-round population of fewer than 300 people, but the population balloons during the summer and fall as visitors flock to the community for rest and relaxation.
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It’s a beautiful place to base a vacation, but if you only have time for a short visit, it’s still worth parking your car and strolling the village. It’s located right on the waterfront and has a soft sand beach and long stretch of shoreline.
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Ephraim was founded by Moravians in the 1800s and it has many historic buildings and churches along the bluff and lake. Anderson’s Dock is a must-visit spot along the lakeshore. Generations of boaters have signed this dockside warehouse and it’s one of the county’s most-photographed spots.
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Wilson’s Restaurant and Ice Cream is another place where you’ll want to take some photos… if you can put down that awesome ice cream cone, that is! The shop has been around since 1906 and every cone comes with a surprise: a jelly bean tucked into the bottom of the cone!
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One of the best times to visit Ephraim is in the evening when the sun begins to dip low in the sky. The sunset lights up the harbor and the view includes sailboats offshore and towering bluffs across the bay. It’s spectacular!
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Learn more about this special town on Ephraim’s website. Get the full scoop on Wilson’s with this article that will have you dreaming of your next flavor.
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Address: Ephraim, WI, USA
