Summer Fun
Summer Fun is better at the Blue!
You'll discover a beach vacation closer than you think in Sheboygan, WI, known as the Malibu of the Midwest. Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, Blue Harbor Resort offers summer fun just one hour from Milwaukee or Green Bay, two hours from Madison, and within three hours of Chicagoland.
A Beach Vacation, Closer Than You Think
Savor the days of summer fun with a gorgeous sunrise walk along our Lake Michigan boardwalk. The whole family will enjoy camping out all day on the sandy shores building sand castles and catching waves. Even our outdoor pool includes picturesque Lake Michigan views where you'll find comfy private cabanas as well as food and drinks close by at the Sandbar.
Breaker Bay Waterpark Indoor Summer Fun
It's always 84 degrees in our 54,000 square foot indoor water park, perfect for hot summer days or rainy weather. With its thrilling slides, lazy river, and The Riptide, the only double surf simulator in eastern Wisconsin, the water park is a hit with children of all ages, making it the perfect destination for a family vacation. Make memories that will last a lifetime as your family splashes out the days of summer.
Summer Family Fun Activities
Your family will also enjoy activities and yard games under the summer sun. The Pier Fun Zone Arcade featuring the latest and greatest in games and interactive activities as well as two nine-hole indoor glow-in-the-dark mini golf courses are waiting when you want to take a break from the heat.
Snacks
While the kids are splashing around the water park, pop into the Rocky Bottom Snack Bar to load up on family favorites like burgers, chicken tenders, and pizza. For the grownups, you'll find a selection of beers and frozen cocktails. If you're hanging by the outdoor pool, The Sandbar has you covered so you can stay and play until the sun sets on your summer vacation!
The Countdown to Summer Is On!
Featured Summer Activities
Instagrammable Sheboygan
Commemorate your trip to Wisconsin with a few of these Instagrammable Sheboygan spots from our iconic lighthouse, the grand staircase at Blue Harbor Resort, our Riverfront boardwalk, and more!
S.S. Badger
More than just a reliable, affordable shortcut across beautiful Lake Michigan, the S.S. Badger Lake Michigan Carferry offers a picturesque journey between Manitowoc, Wisconsin and Ludington, MI and provides a fun and unique way to travel.
Local Activities in Sheboygan, WI
Find an abundance of local activities to keep you busy in and around Sheboygan, WI, this summer whether you're interested in the outdoors, art, shopping, or keeping the kids busy with activities.
Der Sheboygan Biergarten
Der Sheboygan Biergarten is an authentic European beer and wine garden located on the beautiful Sheboygan River in Kiwanis Park with outdoor seating for 240 people and overhead covered seating for 280 people. The beer and wine garden is open to the public on weekends and is open for group gatherings 7 days per week all summer.
Plan Your Summer Fun
STAY
From our most popular guest room, the Family Suite featuring two queen-sized beds, to our themed Aquarium and Boathouse Suites or even a private villa, you'll look forward to coming in off the beach at the end of the day.
PLAY
The season for slowing down, keeping cozy, and admiring bursts of Mother Nature’s color has finally arrived! You'll discover amazing fall fun at our cool coast with indoor and outdoor family fun.
LAKE LIFE SHEBOYGAN
We are committed to sharing the Lake Michigan experience of Sheboygan, WI, with our readers and hope you'll visit to experience the lake life for yourself soon.
DINE
Our four restaurants offer a diverse range of options to dine for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and drinks without having to venture out after a long day on the beach.
RELAX
You deserve to relax in the comfort of your own private cabana while the kids splash around this Summer. Enjoy a little TV while you sink into comfy seating with a mini fridge full of water nearby.
Summer Resort Features
Rocky Bottom Snack Bar
Located right in the waterpark, kids gobble up favorites from burgers to fresh fruit while grownups enjoy a selection of beers and frozen cocktails to help cool you down in our 84 degree waterpark.
Outdoor Pool
Our seasonal outdoor heated pool is located outside Breaker Bay Waterpark and just steps from The Sandbar with Lake Michigan views.
The Sandbar
Our poolside bar offers you the opportunity to sip on summer cocktails or grab a bite to eat without missing a minute of fun and sun. Order your favorite dish from The Sandbar and have it delivered right to your chair.
Emagining Sheboygan
Discover more summer fun with our Marketing Coordinator, Em as she shares insider information on her Emagining Sheboygan blog!
Instagrammable Spots in Sheboygan
Often the best thing you can bring home from vacation is a camera roll full of your memories commemorating your unique trip. Transform your photos app into a library of Summer Sheboygan images with these top 5 Instagram-able spots in Sheboygan!
Where To Find Basic Necessities in Sheboygan
When we close our eyes and dream about our upcoming vacation, we see ourselves happy and excited, trying new things, visiting new and unique places, maybe even stepping out of our comfort zones a bit. You probably envision yourself relaxing a bit whether that is by sitting back and kicking up your feet, or engaging in activities that keep you up and moving, sight-seeing and keeping yourself enthralled in your new surroundings. While we hope that your vacation is all you dream it to be, there are a couple of necessities you will want to be aware of before you arrive at your destination. Although these things are not very exciting, you will be better off knowing them before you go on your vacation so that you’re prepared if/when the need arises.
Summer Fun at Blue Harbor Resort
The best time of the year has finally arrived: summer! School is out, the sun in up, and we’re ready to make the most of this fun, bright, and adventurous season! Excitement for all the summer activities is practically contagious, and so to tide you over until your vacation, we wanted to share with you my day of fun at Breaker Bay Waterpark, along with the other summer activities you won’t want to miss out on during your vacation at Blue Harbor!
Summer Resort Activities
Lawn Games
DAILY | 9AM-7PM
Gather the family together for a friendly game of giant jenga or bags or challenge the kids to a hula hoop stamina contest!
B a Kid Packages
Let our ambassadors of fun keep your kiddos busy and entertained throughout your stay with exclusive B a Kid games, activities, and crafts!
Adult Gaming
Guests 21 or older can stop into On the Rocks Bar & Grill during bar hours for a little adult gaming including pull tabs!
Bonfires
FRI & SAT | 6PM-9PM
Settle in with the family around a cozy bonfire to take in the fresh air and lake views!
SUMMER FUN FAQs
Here are the highlights for planning your perfect family Summer fun vacation at Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan, WI. Check the hours and age restrictions and plan what waterpark features you want to enjoy and what to pack for your optimal Summer enjoyment.
SUMMER HOURS
June 7th - September 1st: 9am - 9pm
**Outdoor pool open 9am -9pm, weather permitting**
*Hours subject to change.
- Children ages 2 and under are FREE.
- Children 2 and under must be accompanied in the water by an adult with a paid waterpark swim pass.
- Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult 21 or over
- Hot Tub
- Surf Simulator
- Lazy River
- Lily Hopper
- Water Basketball
- Dueling Tube Slides
- 2 Waterslides
- Toddler Tides
- Private Cabanas
- Rocky Bottom Snack Shop
Plus outdoor pool and direct Lake Michigan beach access!
- Swimsuit/Cover-Up
- Plastic bag to carry wet suits home
- Swim goggles/Earplugs
- Flip flops/Aqua socks
- Waterproof watch
- Exercise clothing
- Reading materials
- If you'd like to enjoy the waterpark experience, but won't be in the water, remember to pack a cool t-shirt and shorts to wear while in the waterpark, which is consistently heated to 84 degrees.