General King Park
Sheboygan, WI
General King Park is the main access point for Sheboygan's South Beach, a long, less crowded stretch of sand south of the river. It's the spot to escape the Deland Park crowds, and on windy days it's one of the best places in town to watch kitesurfers race across the waves.
A long, quiet beach with a kitesurfing show, though it has fewer facilities than Deland Park.
How we score beachesBring a chair and watch the kitesurfers on a windy afternoon.
Parking at the park on the south side.
A short walk from parking to the sand.
Strong spring and fall winds bring the kitesurfers. Summer is calm and quiet here compared to the north beaches.
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