99% of Wisconsin residents live within 5 miles of a Knowles-Nelson project. This funding is crucial to improving and continuing Wisconsin’s outdoor recreation experiences. Wisconsin ranks last in the USA for State funding per visit at state parks. Currently we rely on usage fees, grants and donations to support the […]
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Peninsula State Park is the first to meet Destination Door County’s (DDC) fundraising challenge! Click HERE to read the full story on the Door County Pulse!
Our volunteer camp hosts dedicate much of their summer to making your Park experience the best that it can be. On April 28th many of them got together at our Nature Center to meet each other, share a meal and to discuss the upcoming summer season. They are ready to […]
Help support Peninsula State Park with the Destination Door County, State Parks Challenge! “Become a Guardian of the Greens when you double your donation and give the gift of a Door County state park to future generations. This community believes in the power of collaboration, and that’s why Destination Door […]
Peninsula State Park is hiring seasonal Natural Resource Educators for this coming Summer and Fall 2025! Onsite housing is available, apply by March 17th. These positions are fully funded by the Friends of Peninsula State Park thanks to your support and donations. Visit the link below to learn more about […]
Imagine spending your summer along the shores of Lake Michigan in Door County. Peninsula, Newport & Rock Island State Parks are hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming summer season! Visit the link below to learn more about becoming a seasonal Park Ranger, Park Tech, or Visitor Services Associate. Affordable housing […]
The Friends of Peninsula State Park are offering a very limited opportunity to leave your mark on the Park. We have authorized 18 dedication park benches to be available for a limited time. Honor or memorialize a loved one or acknowledge a family or personal connection to the Park by […]
Well over 100 hikers joined the Friends of Peninsula State Park on New Year’s Day for a brisk hike through the snowy trails of Pen Park. Our hike leader, Bill Pennoyer, shared highlights of the Park with participants. After the hike attendees enjoyed hot chocolate, trail mix and delicious cookies […]
The Friends of Peninsula State Park are extending 50% OFF pricing on select hoodie and crew neck sweatshirts plus some of our kid’s and adult books. Stop by the Park Headquarters in Fish Creek and pick some up today. They won’t last long at these prices!