Northport, Door County, Wisconsin facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Northport, Wisconsin
Unincorporated community
Northport Visitors' Center
Northport, Wisconsin Location in Wisconsin
Country	United States
State	Wisconsin
County	Door
Town	Liberty Grove
Elevation	594 ft (181 m)
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s)	920
GNIS feature ID	1570530

Northport is a small, unincorporated community located in Door County, Wisconsin, United States. It's part of the larger town of Liberty Grove. Northport is a very important spot because it's the northern end of WIS 42. It's also where you can catch the ferry to Washington Island!

Discover Northport, Wisconsin!

Northport is a charming little place in the beautiful Door County, Wisconsin. When we say it's an "unincorporated community," it means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't officially a separate city or town. Instead, it's managed as part of the bigger town of Liberty Grove.

The Famous Washington Island Ferry

One of the most exciting things about Northport is that it's the main place to catch the ferry to Washington Island. This ferry is super important because it carries everything from cars and trucks to people across the water.

• The Journey: The ferry travels across a narrow water passage called the Porte des Morts strait. This name means "Death's Door" in French, and it's a famous part of the Great Lakes.
• What the Ferry Carries: The ferry is like a floating bridge! It can take big freight trucks, family cars, and all sorts of passengers, including you, to Washington Island. It's the main way to get to the island if you want to bring your vehicle.

Northport's Location

Northport is found right at the very tip of the Door Peninsula. It's literally the end of the road for WIS 42. This makes it a unique spot, as it's the gateway to exploring Washington Island and enjoying the stunning views of Lake Michigan.

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