This beach is right around the corner from our home and it is such a great hidden gem. There are…read morerarely people there and there is never a crowd. It is truly a slice of paradise. Fresh water and soft sand. It is the perfect spot to watch a sunset too! There is very limited parking, it is free, but no bathrooms or any other amenities. It is just the beach, and sometimes that's just all we need!

What a beautiful white beach touching Lake Michigan. I highly recommend visiting this beach if you…read morehappen to be in the area. This is literally nature at its best. The sand was clean and warm in between our toes. The water was clear and felt cool as the waves rushed to the shore and onto our feet. We had a leisurely stroll along the beach, just soaking up the nature goodness as it rejuvenated our spirit and soul and reminded us how small we all were compared to nature or to the universe. It was a truly relaxing experience. We also had fun looking for and finding zebra mussel shells and good skipping stones. The shells had gorgeous stripes on them. It was an awesome experience.

We've come to this dog park multiple times and enjoy it! It's pretty wide and long so there's…read moreplenty of space. Dogs can be off leash. There's stairs to get down to the beach. We love it!

Awesome dog beach!!! 10/10! There is a small water pool in the pier where timid pups can enjoy…read morewater introduction in a safe space. My 8yo senior "pup" was anxious even when I walked along the water part of the beach but enjoyed this safe space. Very nice, clean and uncrowded place (we went between 8-9am on a Monday and only saw a handful of other dogs during the half hour we were there).

This small county Park is a hidden gem. Clean quiet and inviting. Many of the sites have cement…read morepads and all are full hookup. Sites are grass not sand or stones. As this is a county Park you will need to obtain a daily pass or an annual pass. If you are looking for a place to disconnect from you devices - this is it. Cell service is for the most part non-existent. There is wifi, however, as will all. The more users the less band width available. Does not deter us from coming. The beach is a short walk down the street. Beautiful location for sunset viewing.

Very quiet beach - an unknown gem to locals! I hadn't been here in 10 years and was shocked to see…read morea lot of the beach had been overtaken by the tide and that the greenery has not been maintained in probably ten years as it is now covered in tall grass. Nonetheless, great beach, just don't tell anyone else about it! ;)

Pere Marquette offers exceptional access to beautiful Lake Michigan, one the world's natural…read moretreasures. There is ample paid parking. Weekend day rates are $15. There is a snack stand, offering ice cream, nachos, and other treats, as well as beach equipment rentals. The sand is soft and visitors will enjoy spreading out on the expansive beach. The water is clear and features a sandy bottom. Just north of the snack stand is The Deck, the preeminent dining establishment in this area of Muskegon. The establishment features al fresco dining and stunning views of Lake Michigan. There are swings and other fun view points. If you're in Mitten, Pere Marquette is worth the drive. You simply cannot beat Lake Michigan's splendor.

August came along and Nate and I still hadn't been to the lakeshore, so we hopped in the car and…read moredrove to Pere Marquette Park beach on a cloudy Sunday recently. The beach was completely empty when we arrived around 11 am and stayed pretty quiet the whole time. Parking at the beach is $20, which I thought was incredibly expensive, but it's good for the whole day. I'm used to parking for free at state parks since I have a recreation pass. It was a bit windy, but not chilly - although the water was freezing. I personally enjoy an overcast day at the beach, so we packed a picnic and some chairs and just sat and read for a bit. The beach is large, with lots of room to spread out. There's a nice smaller playground, a snack bar with ice cream and hot food, a little store for beach essentials like sunscreen, and super clean bathrooms. The restroom I used was a huge, single stall room with a bench- really nice for changing and probably great if you have little kids. I was impressed by how clean the bathroom was. We walked to the pier and checked out the lighthouse, which was a nice little walk. The Deck is right on the beach and is a great spot for live music, drinks, and food. I'd be curious to see this beach in the peak season - I'm sure it probably gets pretty busy.

Very beautiful small park. Awesome beach and view, especially with a large tributary creek with…read moreboat ramp flowing into Lake Michigan. Note- Fairly limited parking. No Dogs allowed on beach. I saw evidence for the rule.

Went in February. It was beautiful but the wind was extremely cold. The parking lot was clear of…read moresnow. Several people were parked there viewing the water. A few people were walking.

Muskegon State Park is a great destination for the outdoorsy crowd. Whether you are laying on the…read morebeach, trekking the woods, or hiking scenic dunes there's something for everyone. There are trails for both novices and those looking for more of a challenge. I took my shot with the Dune Ridge Trail. It was full of hilly sand dunes paired with great lake views. If you enjoy hiking in forests, beaches, and dunes then you'll love Muskegon State Park!

Really like this beach because it's out of the way and not many people think to come here. I love…read morethat you can pull up directly to the beach drop your tailgate to grill and chill. Last year they had a pavilion with restrooms and this year they are Porta John's in pavilion has been knocked down. Hopefully they are going to rebuild.

My husband, my parents and myself have been planning a trip to Mears Michigan so we could visit the…read moredunes at Silver Lake State Park for over a year. We had been looking forward to seeing all the park has to offer for so long and the views alone exceeded our expectations beyond measure. Do keep in mind that the sand can get extremely hot so come prepared to create a barrier between your feel and the sand. If you are a fan of visiting state parks, Silver Lake is a must stop. I am so grateful I was able to visit.

Unique experience!…read more If you love off-road riding this is a place you have to give a try. There are rules and permits needed if you bring your own vehicle to ride. We rented so we were able to have that setup and ready for us when we arrived. The dunes are easy to navigate once you are out there. Review the map ahead of time so you are aware of the one way sections. Check out the pictures!

Is parking to the beach suggest you get there early. Two pavilions with food and restrooms. They…read morehave handicap accessible mats all the way down from parking lot to the water. There is a pier to walk and a good 1/2 mile of sandy beach to walk. Have not seen any sharks and there is zero salt in the water. Win win for today!

We had a lot of fun at Stearns Park Beach. This was the closest beach to our hotel, so it was the…read morefirst beach we visited in Ludington. It was perfect for us. The sand on the beach is super clean, the waves were abundant but not overwhelming, there's a concession stand just steps from the parking lot, the parking lot has lots of parking spaces, and there's a playground and mini golf course not far away. This is pretty much the perfect place to stay and play and enjoy the beach in Ludington. The concession stand sells ice cream and other treats, but you can also rent boogie boards during the summer season, and purchase things like shovels and tools to build sandcastles. This is important, because the sand at this beach is very good for building sand castles. A short walk away is the pier where you can see the SS Badger depart and arrive each day. Stearns Park Beach has a lot of stuff going on! If you're looking for a laid-back place to enjoy the Lake Michigan beach and enjoy the town of Ludington, then this is the place.

Always a great place to camp near our son and family. Close to Lake Michigan with beautiful mature…read moretrees, clean restrooms and electrical hookups on many sites.

Absolutely stunning. This park is another reminder of why we need to invest time, energy, and funds…read moreinto our natural resources. I could spend all day here wandering the trails and walking the beach. I plan to reserve a campsite in their beautiful campground sometime this summer.

Nice Park - easy to get to, good amount of parking, nice pavilion, the sand was nice, fountains to…read morewash your feet, good amount of space on the sand. First time here - The bugs today were outrageous. These little flies were unbearable and therefore didn't stay long.

This beach is operated by Ottawa County. During the summer months, you are required to pay to…read morepark. They probably have room for 100 cars. You can get an annual tag from the county. A Michigan state park tag will not work. Weekends the lot can fill up. In that case you can park for free less than a mile down the road at Coast Guard Park, or even Fire Barn Park for that matter. If you're going to do that, drop off your family and friends along with your beach supplies at the entrance. That way only one of you have to walk back and forth. They have a nice wide asphalt path. Good excersise plus you saved about $8. Park no longer allows dogs, no alcohol either. They have a nice pavillion that sometimes get reserved in the summer. There are grills and picnic tables too, but not many. There are outdoor showers and feet washing stations and a convenient bathroom. But last time I was here, the beach has been extended way out. So if you are on the water with you blanket and umbrella, it is quite a hike to the johns. This is a good family beach too with the playground. Downside to some may be there are no touristy shops that you can walk to like Grand Haven SP. But to me, that is blessing. Not a whole lot of teenagers come here and never been any fights break out like they have at GH. I hope this beach stays how it is and the county doesn't try to commercialize it.