Cruise Fish Creek’s Cottage Row and the Strawberry Islands on a 90-minute scenic boat tour that combines local history, shoreline geology, and easy wildlife viewing. Get close to Eagle Bluff Lighthouse and watch white pelicans in the shallows while an onboard guide narrates the sights.
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The bow parts the cool Green Bay water and the shore of Fish Creek slides past: clapboard cottages, clipped lawns, and porches that have watched summers for a century. The boat eases along Cottage Row, where old summer homes and newer builds face the channel like silent witnesses to seasons of vacationing families.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people who can step on board and remain seated for the cruise; minimal mobility required for boarding.
Wildlife
History
Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, constructed in 1848 from Cream City brick, served mariners crossing the Strawberry Channel; Cottage Row grew as a popular summer retreat in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Conservation
Many of the Strawberry Islands are important bird nesting sites—stay on board when signs indicate closures and follow crew guidance to minimize disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Strawberry Islands Scenic Boat Tour and Historic Cottage Row today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check-in early
Arrive 20–30 minutes before departure at the Fish Creek Town Dock ticket office to secure seating and boarding instructions.
Dress in layers
Bay winds can be chilly even on warm days—bring a windbreaker and an insulating midlayer.
Bring binoculars
Binoculars improve viewing of nesting pelicans and far-off islands; a camera with image stabilization helps too.
Prepare for motion
If you get seasick, take preventative medication before boarding; the channel can be choppy on windy days.
Windproof jacket
Blocks lake wind and keeps you comfortable on exposed decks.
spring
Binoculars
Helps spot nesting birds and distant islands.
summer
Sunscreen and hat
Sun reflects off the water—protect skin and eyes during the cruise.
summer
Small daypack
Holds layers, snacks, and a camera while keeping your hands free.