Parks and Beaches


Oval Beach, Saugatuck. World famous Oval Beach. www.saugatuck.com/ovalbeach

Saugatuck Dunes and Felt Mansion, Saugatuck. The dunes provide a gentle hike that ends on the shores of Lake Michigan. Also, the Felt Mansion hosts tours, concerts and events. Saugatuck Dunes & Felt Mansion

Pier Cove, Fennville. A great little beach. We loved it when our kids were little because of the creek that flows out. It creates a safe beach experience for young ones. Parking is limited, so get there early. Its also the site of an old Pier where fruit and timber was shipped back to Chicago.www.saugatuck.com/piercove

Rosy Mound, Grand Haven. Another great place to hike. It's not as gentle as Saugatuck Dunes (it has more stairs) but its well worth the hike. Rosy Mound takes you through the dunes and opens to Lake Michigan. A great place to spend an afternoon exploring. www.miottawa.org/Parks/rosymound

Kids Corner, South Haven. A huge wooden fort built for exploration, close to South Beach in South Haven. It's a kids paradise! www.michigan.org/kids-corner

Kal-Haven Trail, Kalamazoo-South Haven. The Kal-Haven Trail is 34 miles long and connects Kalamazoo and South Haven. You can ride all the way, or pick a small part and explore. www.michigan.org/property/kal-haven-trail

Golf Courses


Hawkshead Golf, Restaurant, Inn, South Haven. Everything you need for a complete vacation. Locally owned and operated, their restaurant is open even if your not golfing and is highly recommended. www.hawksheadlinks.com

Ravines, Saugatuck. The only Arnold Palmer Signature Design golf course in West Michigan. www.ravinesgolfclub.com

Lynx Golf Club, Otsego. A hidden gem, and close to South Haven and Saugatuck. Golf along the Kalamazoo River and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, inside and out. They also host various events throughout the year. lynxgc.com

Boat Rentals


Black River Boat Rentals, South Haven. Small craft, like paddle boards, dingy's, pontoon and speed boats. blackriverboatrentals.com

Blue Water Boat Rentals, South Haven. If it floats, they have it. Blue Water Boat Rentals

Big Lake Outfitters. Pontoons, kayaks, bikes, paddle boards, charters. www.biglakeoutfitters.com

Makin' Waves Boat Rental, Saugatuck. Pontoon and jet ski. makinwavesboatrental.com

Yacht Boat Rental, Saugatuck. Want to take a cruise on a U.S. Coast Guard Certified yacht? Yeah, me too. www.yachtboatcharters.com

Retro Boat Rentals & Old Boat House, Saugatuck. Retro boats, donut boats and pontoons. retroboatrentals.com

Gun Lake Marina and Boat Rentals. Gun Lake, MI. Pontoon, kayak, canoe and paddle board rentals. gunlakerentals.com/

Horseback Riding/Dune Rides


Wild West Ranch LLC, Allegan. Horseback riding is in your future! Or a carriage ride if you prefer. Grab the family and hit the trail on horseback!http://4horserides.com

Saugatuck Dune Rides, Saugatuck. Take a ride through the famous Michigan Dunes. Great time for all ages! www.saugatuckduneride.com

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