School House Beach — Attraction in Town of Washington

This beach is not just any ordinary landscape - it's a marvel, an exquisite and unconventional masterpiece of nature! Crafted not from the usual grains of sand, but from an unusual tapestry of rocks, it offers a truly unique and delightful encounter.

Each step taken on these rocks might prickle your soles a little, introducing an unexpected yet intriguing sensation akin to an al fresco foot massage. Despite the initial discomfort, the sensation soon gives way to an invigorating and unexpected pleasure that sets this beach apart from any other.

As for the water, it's an invigorating mix of refreshing and temperate - not quite the biting cold one might expect, but a fresh and lively chill that's ideally suited for a summer dip. The sensation is so refreshing, in fact, it's worth the pilgrimage here during the scorching summer months.

This beach, with its unique rocky terrain and temperate waters, offers more than a beautiful vista. It provides a tactile, invigorating, and completely novel experience, making it a must-visit spectacle that's worth a spot on everyone's...

One of the few limestone beaches in the world. Situated at the south end of a natural harbor that faces north. The water is crystal clear and gets deep fairly quickly, as you go farther from the shore. Water is always calm, unless the wind is out of the north. There is a designated swimming area with a raft anchored in deep water. I’ve only ever swam here in Late July and early August, and the water temp temperature is tolerable - better on a sunny day. Wear sandals or water shoes as the rocks are uncomfortable on bare feet. Adequate gravel parking lot. Has pit toilets. Several picnic tables are available under the trees, which...

Love this gem!! I visited on a day that was too windy and cold to go in the water, and still had a great time with the family there for over a good hour and could have stayed longer. The rocks keep little kids entertained without the mess of sand. The water color is as pretty as it gets, clear bluish-green. The water was actually quite warmer than the cold air. And the place had a lot of amenities to offer with picnic tables, public restrooms, and public changing rooms. Definitely would recommend. It was my favorite spot in all Door County. It's...