Best Beach Towns to Visit on Lake Michigan

I’m sure we’ve all been to a Florida beach, but have you been to one in Michigan? Lake Michigan’s coastline is filled with adorable little beach towns that are the perfect destination for your next vacation! Tourists visit during the summer months, but not to the extent that it feels overcrowded or too touristy. If you’re looking for a beach trip that’s a little more unique, Lake Michigan might be the perfect place for you. The towns mentioned below are relatively close to one another, so if you want to visit more than one, or even all of them during a trip to Lake Michigan, it’s totally possible!
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St. Joseph
​If you’re vacationing with your family, and like to do outdoor activities, St. Joseph is a must. Pack your towel and sunscreen, and spend the day swimming and sunbathing out at Silver Beach. For lunch, you can take a short walk from the beach to Silver Beach Pizza for some handmade pizza and their famous draft beer in a frozen schooner glass. Warren Dunes State Park is also a great place to visit if you’re the type to do outdoorsy activities like hiking, biking, kayaking, sailboarding, hang gliding, etc.
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Grand Haven
With 745 feet of shoreline, Grand Haven has seven different beaches to choose from! Beaches aren’t the only thing Grand Haven has to offer though. Spend the afternoon at the boardwalk for some waterside lunch spots and shopping, or visit the Rosy Mound Natural Area to see the sand dunes and wildlife. Take a trolley tour of the downtown area, or if that’s not your speed, visit Kirk Park to do some hiking or maybe have a picnic.
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Hart, MI / Silver Lake & Sand Dunes State Park
​Interested in more adventurous outdoor activities? Silver Lake & Sand Dunes State Park, located in Hart, Michigan has it all. The 2,000 acre park has plenty of rentals available, including paddleboards, kayaks, boats, dune buggies, etc. Horseback riding, golfing and hiking are also available at Silver Lake & Sand Dunes State Park. Everyone can find something fun to do here, no matter their age!
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South Haven
A variety of cute specialty shops and local restaurants are located on Mainstreet, eventually leading you to South Beach. So if shopping isn’t your thing, you can spend the day sunbathing and swimming. If it’s a hot summer day, you can’t forget to check out Sherman’s Ice Cream for a favorite local treat! If you’re not visiting in the summer, come by South Haven between Mid-May and Mid-October on Saturdays for their local farmers market held in downtown Huron St. Pavilion.
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Holland
​Holland, Michigan is unlike any of the other beach towns mentioned above. This is because, like the name suggests, Holland, Michigan is a Dutch settlement that was founded in 1846 by Dutch immigrants. Dutch culture still resides in Holland Michigan, including the food, traditions and even architecture. Stop by the iconic 150 year old “Big Red” lighthouse, visit the Windmill Island Gardens, and take a boat tour on Princess Holland. Also, if you happen to be visiting in late April to Mid-May, you can’t miss the annual Tulip Time Festival!

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