Best Beaches in Western Michigan

There is no denying that the US boasts many incredible beaches, and the good news is that many of these incredible beaches are located on Western Michigan, which is blessed with a gorgeous shoreline! Check out our list on top beach destinations in Western Michigan:


Grand Haven Beach
Grand Haven Beach is located in Grand Haven State Park and it’s certainly one of the best beaches in Western Michigan for a beach vacation as it’s located near the lively town of Grand Haven.

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Grand Haven beach boasts stunning white sand, as well as a stunning red lighthouse located along the pier where you can enjoy gorgeous views of Lake Michigan.

There are also plenty of beach houses and lodges on Grand Haven Beach, as well as campgrounds where you can do tent camping. Shops, bars and restaurants are all not far from downtown Grand Haven, which is just 10 minutes walk.

New Buffalo Beach Park

New Buffalo Beach is located in the southern end of Lake Michigan and it’s one of the best beaches in western Michigan for a relaxing day at the beach.

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New Buffalo beach boasts lovely soft sand, a public marina and public ramp where you’ll be able to launch your boat.


New Buffalo beach also boasts a pavilion where many family-friendly summer events are held such as the Fourth of July celebration and fireworks display, and the Great Lakes Surf Luau stand-up paddleboat competition.

Silver Lake Beach

Silver Lake Beach is located in the Silver Lake State Park, and it’s another beautiful sandy beach in Lake Michigan.

Silver Lake Beach boasts fun rolling sand dunes and it’s definitely one of the best beaches in western Michigan for an exciting vacation.

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You’ll be able to do everything from hiking to buggy riding on the sand dunes, and enjoy memorable views of Lake Michigan from the top of the dunes.

Grand Mere State Park

Grand Mere State Park is one of the best beaches in Western Michigan, not only because it’s gorgeous but also because it’s one of the handful of dog-friendly beaches in Michigan.

Grand Mere beach is a mixture of sandy and rocks, and it’s definitely one of the best beaches in Lake Michigan for the outdoor experience. The park boasts tall sand dunes, lots of walking trails and a camping area for tent camping.

Another great thing about Grand Mere State Park is that it’s a short drive from Warren Dunes State Park and the town of St Joseph, which is home to the popular Curious Kids' Museum.

Petoskey State Park
Petoskey State Park boasts a gorgeous sandy beach and stunning views of Little Traverse Bay. Petoskey beaches are also some of the best beaches in Western Michigan for a camping vacation as the park boasts condos and camp areas for both RV’s and tents.

Petoskey beaches is also not far from area attractions such as the Oden Visitor’s Center, which is a great interpretative center where you can see a Wolverine fish transportation car replica.

Another great thing about a beach vacation in Petoskey is that you’re only an hour’s drive from Mackinac Island in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

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