{"id":89953,"date":"2022-07-06T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-06T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/?p=89953"},"modified":"2022-07-06T06:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-07-06T10:00:00","slug":"charming-lake-michigan-beach-towns-to-visit-mapped","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/charming-lake-michigan-beach-towns-to-visit-mapped\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Charming Lake Michigan Beach Towns to Visit, Mapped"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We may be far from the Atlantic and the Pacific here in Michigan, but that doesn\u2019t mean we don\u2019t have access to some of the most stunning beaches in the country. That\u2019s right, each of our Great Lakes provides miles and miles of shoreline worth exploring, providing a much-needed respite from the summer heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why we\u2019re going on a coastal tour of some of the must-visit beach towns lining Lake Michigan, each of which is accessible with a reasonable drive from Ann Arbor! These charming beach towns have historic downtown areas lined with cafes and boutiques, sand dunes and hiking trails aplenty, and of course, expansive sandy beaches for splashing and sunbathing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add one or two of these desirable Lake Michigan beach towns to your summer itinerary. You could head there from Ann Arbor for a quick day trip or make a whole weekend out of it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=13AYzHUndcNUTtmfOtCj5xke8e8ei_Uc&amp;hl=en&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"100%\" height=\"500\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/visitgrandhaven.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Grand Haven<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.reinhartrealtors.localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Haven.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Haven, Michigan\" class=\"wp-image-89957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Haven.jpg 850w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Haven-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Grand-Haven-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The small town of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/visitgrandhaven.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Grand Haven<\/a> is known for its sandy beaches, picturesque lighthouse, and seasonal fountain synchronized with music and lights. Stretching for 1.5 miles along the Grand River, the Grand Haven Boardwalk is lined with a variety of restaurants, shops and other local businesses. It passes by the spectacular Grand Haven Musical Fountain (open from Memorial Day to Labor Day) and leads to Grand Haven State Park beach, which is home to a 1,151-foot pier and the historic 1839 Grand Haven Lighthouse. The historic Grand Haven downtown area has additional specialty shops, boutiques, coffee shops, restaurants and more, plus the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tri-citiesmuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tri-Cities Historical Museum<\/a>, which tells the story of this beloved beach town and the surrounding area.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holland.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Holland<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.reinhartrealtors.localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Holland.jpg\" alt=\"Holland, Michigan\" class=\"wp-image-89958\" srcset=\"https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Holland.jpg 850w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Holland-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Holland-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Take a trip to the Netherlands without even booking a plane ticket by traveling to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holland.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Holland, Michigan<\/a>, an adorable beach town honoring the Dutch heritage. Although it is technically located along the shore of Lake Macatawa, it is a short drive to the shores of Lake Michigan. Many know the town for the annual <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tuliptime.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tulip Time Festival<\/a>, which celebrates Dutch heritage, the local community, and of course, one of nature\u2019s most beloved flowers: the tulip. But there is so much to do in Holland all year long, especially in the charming downtown area lined with cobblestone sidewalks and filled with locally owned shops, cafes, boutiques, art galleries and more. Don\u2019t miss the frequently photographed <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holland.org\/trip-ideas\/view-big-red-lighthouse\" target=\"_blank\">Big Red Lighthouse<\/a>, the centuries-old windmill at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holland.org\/visit-windmill-island-gardens\" target=\"_blank\">Windmill Island Gardens<\/a>, and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/property\/holland-state-park\" target=\"_blank\">Holland State Park<\/a>, which is one of the most-visited state parks in Michigan!<\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/visitludington.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ludington<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Ludington.jpg\" alt=\"Ludington, Michigan\" class=\"wp-image-89959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Ludington.jpg 850w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Ludington-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Ludington-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Situated on Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Pere Marquette River, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/visitludington.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ludington<\/a> is a harbor town with fewer crowds than some of its neighbors. The nearby <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/property\/ludington-state-park\" target=\"_blank\">Ludington State Park<\/a> is just north of Ludington, and offers 5,300 acres to explore, including sand dunes at the north and south ends of the park. Ludington is also home to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/historicwhitepinevillage.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Historic White Pine Village<\/a>, which has 30 historic nineteenth-century structures from the area\u2019s first settlements, including the original county courthouse, a trapper\u2019s cabin, an authentic turn-of-the-century steam locomotive, and more. To act like a true local, park along what\u2019s called the \u201cFirst Curve\u201d on M-116 and hike to the shore for a pleasant day on the beach. Before you leave town, make sure you stop for ice cream at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houseofflavorsrestaurants.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">The House of Flavors<\/a>, which is in the <em>Guiness Book of World Records<\/em> for the \u201clongest ice cream dessert!\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/visitmuskegon.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Muskegon<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"566\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.reinhartrealtors.localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Muskegon.jpeg\" alt=\"Muskegon, Michigan\" class=\"wp-image-89960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Muskegon.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Muskegon-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Muskegon-768x511.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><figcaption><em>Photo Courtesy of rossograph, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a>, via Wikimedia Commons<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Home to the largest beach in West Michigan, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/visitmuskegon.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Muskegon<\/a> is considered one of the most beloved destinations in the state \u2014&nbsp;and even won the \u201cStrongest Town\u201d award in 2018! This award-winning town has it all: outdoor recreation, historical attractions, beaches, seasonal festivals, excellent local businesses, and more. The town rests along Muskegon Lake, but visitors can easily access Lake Michigan, especially at the pristine <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/property\/pere-marquette-park\" target=\"_blank\">Pete Marquette Beach<\/a>, a well-maintained public beach with white sand and clear blue water, with views of two lighthouses. For even more adventure, head to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.miadventure.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Michigan\u2019s Adventure<\/a>, the largest amusement park in the state with more than 50 rides!<\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/saugatuck.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Saugatuck\/Douglas<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"569\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.reinhartrealtors.localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Saugatuck.jpeg\" alt=\"Saugatuck\/Douglas, Michigan\" class=\"wp-image-89961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Saugatuck.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Saugatuck-300x201.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Saugatuck-768x514.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><figcaption><em>Photo Courtesy of Parkerdr, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a>, via Wikimedia Commons<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/saugatuck.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Saugatuck<\/a> and the nearby Douglas are often grouped together as one, as they are just 3 minutes away from each other, despite being separated by the Kalamazoo River. The sister cities are known for their thriving arts culture and opportunities for outdoor recreation \u2014&nbsp;especially at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saugatuckcity.com\/oval-beach.html\" target=\"_blank\">Oval Beach<\/a>, which was named one of the top 25 shorelines in the world by <em>Conde Naste<\/em> and one of the top five beaches in the country by <em>MTV<\/em>! The beach is backed by rolling sand dunes and offers a panoramic view of the lake. For more dune exploration, head north to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/property\/saugatuck-dunes-state-park\" target=\"_blank\">Saugatuck Dunes State Park<\/a>, a 1,000-acre lakefront park with mighty dunes reaching as tall as 200 feet. Both Saugatuck and Douglas have a variety of art galleries and other arts-focused attractions, including the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.sc4a.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Saugatuck Center for the Arts<\/a>. And if you\u2019re hunting for treasure, look no further than the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/saugatuckantiquepavilion.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Saugatuck Antique Pavilion<\/a>, a renowned antique and vintage destination encompassing 24,000 square feet. End your visit to Saugatuck and Douglas on a sunset cruise with the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/saugatuckboatcruises.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Star of Saugatuck Boat Cruises<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.southhaven.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">South Haven<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"478\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.reinhartrealtors.localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/South-Haven.jpg\" alt=\"South Haven, Michigan\" class=\"wp-image-89962\" srcset=\"https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/South-Haven.jpg 850w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/South-Haven-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/South-Haven-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally called \u201cNi-Ko-Nong,\u201d which means \u201cbeautiful sunsets,\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southhaven.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South Haven<\/a> is a must-visit beach town in Michigan. The town is known for its walkable downtown, pristine beaches, maritime district, and \u2014 believe it or not \u2014&nbsp;blueberries! The lakefront <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/property\/van-buren-state-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Van Buren State Park<\/a> is lined with sandy beaches and towering dunes, and in the heart of town, North Beach is a popular destination for beachgoers, offering white sand and views of the pier and lighthouse. One of the major attractions in South Haven is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michiganmaritimemuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Michigan Maritime Museum<\/a>, which has five buildings with exhibits about the maritime history of Lake Michigan and the state of Michigan. It is also home to a massive replica of the <em>Friends Good Will<\/em> ship, which was built in 1810. As the blueberry capital of Michigan, South Haven has plenty of blueberries to taste, in the form of jam, salsa, syrup, salad dressing, and more. And if your visit falls in August, don\u2019t miss the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blueberryfestival.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blueberry Festival<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sjcity.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">St. Joseph<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.reinhartrealtors.localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/St-Joseph.jpg\" alt=\"St. Joseph, Michigan\" class=\"wp-image-89963\" srcset=\"https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/St-Joseph.jpg 850w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/St-Joseph-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/St-Joseph-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Lovingly referred to as \u201cThe Riviera of the Midwest,\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sjcity.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">St. Joseph<\/a> is an enchanting resort town with brick streets, Victorian-era homes, and stunning freshwater beaches. In fact, St. Joseph is home to seven exquisite beaches, including the ever-popular <a href=\"http:\/\/www.berriencounty.org\/1295\/Silver-Beach-County-Park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver Beach<\/a>, which has a restored 1910 carousel and a pavilion. Just steps away, the historic heart of the city has breweries, tasting rooms, eateries, boutiques, bookstores, and more to explore, plus the <a href=\"https:\/\/curiouskidsmuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Curious Kids\u2019 Museum<\/a>. Arts-focused destinations abound in St. Joseph, home to <a href=\"https:\/\/krasl.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Krasl Art Center<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/boxfactoryforthearts.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Box Factory for the Arts<\/a>, both of which are free and open to the public! If you\u2019re looking for further outdoor exploration, head to the nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/property\/warren-dunes-state-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Warren Dunes State Park<\/a>, which is packed with sand dunes and campsites for lakefront camping.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.traversecity.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Traverse City<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.reinhartrealtors.localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Traverse-City.jpg\" alt=\"Traverse City, Michigan\" class=\"wp-image-89964\" width=\"840\" height=\"676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Traverse-City.jpg 850w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Traverse-City-300x242.jpg 300w, https:\/\/420lee.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Traverse-City-768x619.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Nestled at the base of Grand Traverse Bay\u2019s West Arm lies the ever-so-popular beach town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.traversecity.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Traverse City<\/a>. There\u2019s so much to do here, from shopping along the historic Front Street, sipping wine at the many vineyards along the Old Mission Peninsula, visiting a lakeside park, eating at a farm-to-table restaurant, sipping beer at a craft brewery, and so much more. There are plenty of ways to experience the outdoors in Traverse City, along the 60 miles of trails winding through the area, including one that goes right through town. The nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/slbe\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore<\/a> offers miles of sandy beach, bluffs reaching 450 feet, clear inland lakes, lush forests, and miles of hiking trails. Fun Fact: Traverse City is the Cherry Capital of the World, as it produces more than 75 percent of the world\u2019s tart cherries!<\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safe Travels!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What Lake Michigan beach town is your favorite? Tell us in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We may be far from the Atlantic and the Pacific here in Michigan, but that doesn\u2019t mean we don\u2019t have access to some of the most stunning beaches in the country. That\u2019s right, each of our Great Lakes provides miles and miles of shoreline worth exploring, providing a much-needed respite from the summer heat. 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