Ozaukee County
Enjoy Countryside, Lakeside & Historic Places

Located along the shores of Lake Michigan, just 15 minutes north of downtown Milwaukee, Ozaukee County features beautiful rolling countryside, historic attractions and lots of outdoor recreational activities including boating, hiking, and golfing. Discover the charm of Ozaukee County and enjoy lots of things to do as well as great dining and unique shopping. 

Communities

The communities of Ozaukee County retain their  rural charm and preserve their pioneer heritage yet offer modern day fun for everyone. Port Washington, located on the shore of Lake Michigan, combines the charm of a New England fishing village with lots of  Midwestern friendliness. Mequon, also on Lake Michigan, boast lots of history and has lots to see and do, including excellent dining, shopping, cultural events, lake activities and golfing. A favorite small-town getaway is downtown Cedarburg, which offers a  beautifully preserved downtown Historic District with many specialty stores, museums, restaurants, and inns. A visit to Ozaukee County would not be complete without stopping in  the communities of Belgium, Fredonia/Waubeka, Grafton, Saukville and Thiensville, where local celebrations, ethnic festivals and historic attractions keep their heritage alive. 

Outdoor Recreation

Ozaukee County offers year-round recreation for the entire family. From sport fishing, boating, canoeing and large marinas to camping, hiking, and cross country ski trails and more, outdoor enthusiasts will find a variety of  fun activities. A favorite attraction for everyone is the new  Ozaukee Interurban Trail which runs 27-miles and connects Ozaukee County's parks, historic sites, communities, restaurants, shops and other areas of interest. Walkers, joggers, bicyclists, in-line skaters, cross-country skiers and wildlife viewers all enjoy this popular paved trail. Golfers will discover several of Wisconsin's best golf courses in the county.

Shopping, Dining & Lodging 

From art galleries and studios, specialty boutiques and gift stores to historic villages filled with quaint shops, Ozaukee County offers shoppers a dazzling array of artwork, antiques, specialty and gift items, collectibles, clothing and more. A popular shopping attraction is the historic Cedar Creek Settlement which encompasses 5 buildings and houses 30 shops, a winery and restaurants. 

You find some of the finest dining establishments in all of Wisconsin in Ozaukee County. A wide variety of locally owned and operated restaurants, from gourmet dining to cafes, indoor and outdoor beer gardens, family eateries and more, please all tastes and budgets.

For an overnight business trip or a week-long family vacation, you'll find just the right accommodations for  everyone. There are historic bed and breakfast inns, lakefront lodging, economy motels and hotels with a full range of amenities. Whatever you're looking for, you'll find it all in Ozaukee County.

Attractions

• Cedarburg General Store Museum

• Cedarburg Cultural Center

• Cedar Creek Settlement, Cedarburg

• Eghart Victorian House, Port Washington

• Green Bay Ethnic Trail, Ozaukee County

• Historic Hamilton, Cedarburg

• Kuhefuss House, Cedarburg

• Lighthouse Museum, Port Washington

• Luxemburg Heritage Museum

• Historic Belgium

• Ozaukee County Pioneer Village, Saukville

• Pebble House, Port Washington

• Cedarburg Bog, Saukville

• Riveredge Nature Center, Newburg

• Covered Bridge County Park, Cedarburg

• Harrington Beach State Park, Belgium

• Lime Kiln Park, Grafton

• Cedar Creek Canoe Trail, Ozaukee County

• Interurban Bicycle Trail, Ozaukee County

• Octagon Barns, Ozaukee County

• Port Washington Marina & Harbor

• Sport Fishing, Port Washington

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