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Picnicking and Shelters at Peninsula State Park
Picnic Areas
Peninsula has six picnic areas; Fish Creek (near Park Headquarters), Nelson Point, Nicolet Beach, Eagle Terrace, Weborg Point and Welcker's Point. These areas have tables, charcoal grills and toilets. The grills are charcoal grills that you provide your own charcoal. Water and flush toilets are available at some of the picnic areas (typically May 1-October 31). Welcker's and Weborg picnic areas also have indoor shelters with fireplaces (wood not provided). Dogs are not allowed at any picnic areas or in shelters. Leashed dogs are allowed in the Pines area near Nicolet Beach.
| Picnic Area | Picnic Tables | Grills | Water Available | Toilets | Pets Allowed | Reservable Shelter | Parking Spaces | Playground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Creek | 10 | 3 | No | Vault | No | No | 66 | Yes |
| Weborg Point | 6 | 2 | Yes | Flush | No | Yes | 12 | No |
| Nelson Point | 8 | 3 | No | Vault | No | No | 19 | No |
| Welcker's Point | 14 | 5 | No | Vault | No | Yes | 10 | No |
| Nicolet Beach | 33 | 5 | Yes | Flush | No | No | 134 | Yes |
| Eagle Terrace | 15 | 5 | No | Vault | No | No | 32 | No |
Waste/recycling containers are not provided, so please remember to practice carry-in/carryout. Fires are restricted to fire rings and charcoal grills in picnic and camping areas. If you bring your own grill, dispose of hot coals in the nearest picnic grill. Please extinguish your fire before leaving.
Playgrounds
There are activity centers at Tennison Bay campground and Nicolet Bay Beach. Slides and swings are also available at the Fish Creek picnic area.
Shelters
Peninsula has two reservable shelters, at Welcker's and Weborg picnic areas. Each can accommodate 50 people. The shelters are accessible during regular day-use park hours, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Picnic areas and limited parking are adjacent to shelters. The shelters are reservable for a fee, and if not reserved, are open to the public. Dogs are not allowed at any picnic areas or in shelters. Leashed dogs are allowed in the Pines area near Nicolet Beach.
There is a form to use for reserving a shelter. Please call Peninsula State Park Headquarters, (920) 868-3258, for more information.
| Shelter | Reservation Fee | Capacity | Toilets | Electricity | Fluorescent Lighting | Fireplace | Inside Picnic Tables | Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weborg Point 34 by 21 feet |
$100 | 50 | Flush | Yes - (One 2-plug outlet, 20-amps) | Yes | 1 - (wood not provided) | 2 - (76 by 47 inches) 2 - (96 by 47 inches) 1 - (84 by 50 inches) 1 - (96 by 50 inches) |
May-October |
| Welcker's Point 30 by 24 feet |
$70 | 50 | Vault | No | No | 1 - (wood not provided) | 4 - (72 by 31 inches) 2 - (96 by 29 inches) |
May-October |
Weborg Shelter
Weborg Shelter is an enclosed building on a scenic point overlooking the shores of Green Bay and the village of Fish Creek. This shelter has electricity.
Outside the enclosed shelter at the Weborg Picnic Area.
DNR Photo
The Weborg shelter can be reserved for
reunions and similar events.
DNR Photo
Welcker's Shelter
Welcker's Shelter is an enclosed building on a scenic overlook along the open water of Green Bay. This shelter has no electricity.
The enclosed shelter at the Welcker's Picnic Area can also be reserved.
DNR Photo
For more information, ask Peninsula State Park, (920) 868-3258.
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