Ephraim, WI

Set along the sheltered waters of Eagle Harbor, Ephraim is known for its quiet charm, white-frame buildings, and front-row views of Peninsula State Park. Life in the village revolves around the shoreline, where you can watch sailboats drift by or grab a scoop at Wilson’s, a local ice cream landmark since 1906. Preserved 19th-century buildings and historic church steeples give the town a classic coastal feel, while traditions like the annual Fyr Bal midsummer festival keep its Scandinavian roots alive. For anyone seeking a peaceful Door County community with postcard sunsets and a close-knit feel, Ephraim is easy to love.