Slow Hours on a 22' Sweetwater: Pontooning Sturgeon Bay’s Working Waterways

STURGEON BAY BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Slow Hours on a 22' Sweetwater: Pontooning Sturgeon Bay’s Working Waterways

A concise guide to Door County Boat Rentals’ 22' pontoon—how it rides, what you can see, and the practical essentials for a day (or longer) on Sturgeon Bay’s water.

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Slow Hours on a 22' Sweetwater: Pontooning Sturgeon Bay’s Working Waterways.

Duration
Available for 2 hours or up to 2 Weeks! * For up to 8 people
Location
Sturgeon Bay
Operator
Door County Boat Rentals
Category
Boat Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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A spacious 22' Sweetwater pontoon from Door County Boat Rentals offers a relaxed way to read the contours of Sturgeon Bay—ideal for families, couples, and small groups who want easy cruising, fishing, or a swim break under summer sun.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Slip beneath three bridges

The standard pontoon route threads under three bridges, giving a compact taste of Sturgeon Bay’s channels and low-slung infrastructure—a calm, sheltered passage perfect for slow cruising.

THE WORK

Past the working waterfront

Float alongside Sturgeon Bay’s working waterfront, where commercial activity and shoreline life frame the channel—an immediate sense of place before you drop anchor or head for shore.

THE STOP

Mary’s, fishing spots and Potawatomi’s edge

Stops include Waterfront Mary's Bar and Grill, easy anchor points for a swim, and a drive around the outskirts of Potawatomi State Park, with several prime areas to fish, float, or jump in.

What the day feels like

How the outing feels

Boarding a 22' Sweetwater pontoon is an unhurried affair: the retractable bimini drops or rises with the sun, the 60 HP Mercury motor settles into an easy cruise, and up to eight people can move about the deck for fishing, sunning, or a brief swim—dog-friendly and tuned for leisure or a focused day on the water.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this pontoon suits—and who should look elsewhere.

1
Families with young childrenA good match if you need a stable, social platform; note the eight-person capacity and the rule that children under 12 must wear a PFD at all times.
2
Dog ownersDog-friendly pontoons make this a straightforward option for people who want to bring pets on the water.
3
Small groups and couplesWith seating for up to eight, the 22' pontoon suits couples seeking a relaxed cruise or small groups looking for an easy day afloat.
4
Anglers and casual fishersThe route includes prime areas to fish and places to anchor—appropriate for anglers comfortable fishing from a pontoon.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Swimsuits, coolers and snacks, sunscreen, sandals, and hats are recommended for comfort on deck and in the water.

Timing & Duration

Rentals are offered from short 2-hour excursions up to multi-day bookings (up to two weeks); arrive 15–20 minutes before your reservation for orientation and paperwork.

On-board rules

Personal Flotation Devices are included; children under 12 must wear a PFD at all times. Grills are not allowed; coolers and snacks are welcome. Towing or pulling behind any rental is not permitted.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

When should I arrive for my reservation?

Please arrive 15–20 minutes before your reservation start time for orientation and paperwork.

Are Personal Flotation Devices provided?

Personal Flotation Devices are included with the rental.

Do children need to wear PFDs?

Children under 12 are required to wear a PFD at all times.

Can I bring my dog?

Pontoons, speedboats, fishing boats, and tandem kayaks are dog-friendly.

Can I grill or tow a tube behind the boat?

Grills are not allowed. Towing or pulling behind any rental is not permitted, although tubing and skiing charters with licensed captains are available separately.