EGG HARBOR CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Trolley of the Doomed: Nighttime Ghost Tour of Egg Harbor
A 2.5-hour evening trolley that visits a lighthouse, a local cemetery and a reportedly haunted building in Door County—this guide lays out the route, logistics, and restrictions so you can decide whether to book.
Trolley of the Doomed: Nighttime Ghost Tour of Egg Harbor.
Board the Door County Trolley after dusk for the Trolley of the Doomed, a guided, story-driven journey through Egg Harbor’s haunted corners. The operator takes riders to the actual locations behind local legends—tales of shipwrecks and lingering mariners, a historic lighthouse, a quiet cemetery, and a building long associated with unexplained phenomena—blending history with spine-tingling accounts.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Night Trolley Through Door County’s Darker History
The tour is built around the Trolley of the Doomed—a night ride that stops at the sites where local ghost stories originated, pairing narration with visits to tangible places tied to tragedy and lore.
Lighthouse, Cemetery and a Haunted Building
Expect guided stops at a historic lighthouse, a local cemetery, and a building noted for eerie history and unexplained phenomena—each stop framed by accounts of shipwrecks, lingering mariners and other local legends.
A Local Favorite with Regional Press Attention
The Trolley of the Doomed has drawn coverage in outlets such as USA Today, the Chicago Tribune and Midwest Living, a reflection of its blend of historical detail and theatrical storytelling.
What the day feels like
What the Night Feels Like
For 2.5 hours you’ll ride the Door County Trolley after dark as a guide narrates accounts tied to actual locations: tragic shipwrecks and their lingering mariners, a visit to a historic lighthouse, a walk past silent stones in a local cemetery, and a final stop at a building long associated with eerie occurrences. The program mixes history, first-person stories, and on-site context to make the island’s darker folklore tangible.
THE SETTING
Night Trolley Through Door County’s Darker History
The tour is built around the Trolley of the Doomed—a night ride that stops at the sites where local ghost stories originated, pairing narration with visits to tangible places tied to tragedy and lore.
THE SITES
Lighthouse, Cemetery and a Haunted Building
Expect guided stops at a historic lighthouse, a local cemetery, and a building noted for eerie history and unexplained phenomena—each stop framed by accounts of shipwrecks, lingering mariners and other local legends.
THE REPUTATION
A Local Favorite with Regional Press Attention
The Trolley of the Doomed has drawn coverage in outlets such as USA Today, the Chicago Tribune and Midwest Living, a reflection of its blend of historical detail and theatrical storytelling.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who should skip it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Tours run nightly from June through October, with Memorial Day Weekend and a final date on November 7. Departure times are 7:00 PM (May–September) and 6:00 PM (October–November).
Advance purchase is recommended as tours often sell out; tickets are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled. Ticket price does not include tax and processing.
Board at the Door County Trolley Station, 8030 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor, WI. Note that trolleys are not wheelchair accessible and no children under 5 are allowed.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Ghost Tour?
The tour lasts 2.5 hours.
Where do I meet for the tour?
Pickup is at the Door County Trolley Station – 8030 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor, WI 54209.
When do tours run?
Tours run Memorial Day Weekend, nightly June through October, and on November 7; departure times are 7:00 PM (May–September) and 6:00 PM (October–November).
Are children allowed on the tour?
No; children under 5 years old are not allowed on the tour.
Can I get a refund or reschedule my ticket?
No; tour tickets are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled for any reason.
Is the trolley wheelchair accessible?
No; trolleys are not wheelchair accessible.