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Access Site WI

Frank E. Murphy County Park

Lake Michigan - Green Bay - Horseshoe Bay

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

City: Egg Harbor, WI
County: Door County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.01367425, -87.33423198
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About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
Frank E. Murphy County Park is located at 7119 Bay Shore Drive in Egg Harbor, Door County, where County Highway G meets Bay Shore Drive. The park sits on Horseshoe Bay, a protected inlet of Green Bay on Lake Michigan's northwest shore. A dedicated boat launch road provides direct access to the ramp area, keeping vehicle traffic separate from the picnic and beach areas.

**Facilities & Practical Information**
This fair-weather boat ramp is designed primarily for smaller watercraft, making it well-suited for kayaks and canoes. The 14-acre park offers additional amenities including a fishing pier, beach volleyball courts, and a rentable pavilion. Paddlers should note that as a Lake Michigan access point on an exposed bay, conditions can change quickly—check weather and water conditions before launching. The park's proximity to the Sturgeon Bay & Lake Michigan Ship Canal provides paddlers with options for exploring both sheltered bay waters and nearby passages.

**Nearby Attractions**
The park's scenic location near Horseshoe Bay Cave, one of Wisconsin's most extensive karst formations, adds geological interest to the area. The surrounding Door County peninsula offers abundant paddling opportunities and makes this a convenient launch point for exploring Green Bay's northeastern waters.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Sturgeon Bay & Lake Michigan Ship Canal Located within
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restrooms