White River Lighthouse Station (Whitehall) Little Sable Lighthouse (Mears) Muskegon Lighthouse (Pere Marquette Park) Lighthouse (Grand Haven)
Take a ride on the Sand Dunes at Silver Lake Sand Dunes in Mears Great Family Fun!
Fun things to see and do in Muskegon and the surrounding area
The Blockhouse – Muskegon State Park, North Muskegon. A replica of a historic fort overlooking Lake Michigan with many surrounding hiking trails, and dunes.
Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center – P.J. Hoffmaster State Park, Norton Shores. The Gillette Visitor Center offer events for every season from Frog Days to Autumn Dune Walks to Moonlight Snowshoe Tours. Exhibits include interpretations of the state’s duneland ecosystem. The park features spectacular dunes and 2.5 miles of Lake Michigan beach. 231-798-3573
Hackley & Hume Historic Site – Downtown Muskegon. The restored homes of Muskegon’s most famous lumbar barons, Charles H. Hackley and Thomas Hume, are the two of the finest examples of Queen Anne Style Victorian homes in the country. Built in the late 1800’s, the feature lavish woodcarvings, stenciling, stained glass windows and period furnishings. Tours offered http://www.muskegonmuseum.org
Fire Barn Museum – Downtown Muskegon. The museum is a replica of the Hackley House Hose Company No. 2, which was formed in 1875 after the city experienced several devastating fires. The heroic tradition of fire-fighting is explored with exhibits and photographs of local fires.
Muskegon County Museum – Downtown Muskegon. Learn about the history of Muskegon County in the Coming to the Lakes Exhibit that takes visitors on a 10,000-year journey. A life-sized mastodon, sawmill, Great Lakes Schooner and much more featured. www.muskegonmuseum.org
Grave site of Capt. Jonathan Walker – Evergreen Cemetery, Muskegon. Just beyond the entrance, a pair of monuments mark the grave of Capt. Jonathan Walker, a Massachusetts-born sea captain and abolitionist, who was arrested off the coast of Florida in 1844 while trying to deliver seven escaped slaves to freedom. After his conviction in a federal court, Walker had the letters “SS” for slave stealer, branded on his right hand. He is the only man in U.S. history to have been branded by the order of a federal court. Walker spent his last years of his life in the Muskegon area.
Muskegon Museum of Art – Downtown Muskegon. One of the most highly respected art museums in the Midwest offers a full of schedule of permanent collection displays, traveling exhibits and gift shop. www.muskegonartmuseum.org
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp – Twin Lake. The nationally renown fine arts camp offers summer full of outdoor evening performances on the shores of Little Blue Lake. Featured is a variety of symphonies, bands, jazz and vocal groups plus drama and dance by professionals and students. http://www.bluelake.org
Great Lakes Naval Memorial & Museum – Pere Marquette Park, Muskegon. The World War II submarine, USS Silversides, is open for tours and offers an maritime museum and interpretive center. Other vessels include the Coast Guard Cutter McLane. Scouting and Youth groups can reserve overnight stays on the sub. 231-755-1230
L.C Walker Arena – Downtown Muskegon. The home of the United Hockey League’s 2005 Colonial Cup winners, the Fury, and the Continental Basketball Association’s Michigan Mayhem, the arena also hosts concers, and exhibits. 231-726-2400
White River Light Station Museum – Whitehall. This stately old building, made of Michigan limestone and brick, features photographs, paintings, artifacts and stories that will provide a sense of Muskegon’s maritime heritage 231-894-8265
World’s Largest Weathervane – Montague. The weather vane is closely associated with a cherished bit of White Lake legend. It stands 48 feet high, is 14 feet long and weighs over 4,300 pounds and features a replica of the lumber ship Ella Ellenwood, which was homeported on White Lake. White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce 231-893-4585
Cedar Point’s Michigan Adventure Water & Amusement Park – North Muskegon. Thrill seekers of all ages will enjoy more that 60 amusement park rides including Shivering Timbers, the third highest wooden roller coaster in the nation. www.miadventure.com
Craig’s Cruisers Family Fun Center – Spring Lake. An indoor and outdoor entertainment center offers batting cages, miniature golf, bumper boats and a great Go-Kart track. 231-798-4936
Muskegon Festivals – Muskegon loves to host plenty of festivals. From “Rock the Coast” to “Summer Celebration” to “Muskegon Air Fair” to “Michigan Irish Music Festival” there will be something going on when you’re in town! www.visitmuskegon.org
Lake Michigan Beaches – You can find beach volleyball, sugar sand beach, play ground, the Muskegon Channel and a lighthouse at Pere Marquette Park. Duck Lake has a shallow stream that leads to Lake Michigan, great spot with families with small children. There is 26 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline to explore! www.visitmuskegon.org
Happy Mohawk Canoe Livery – Monague. Your River Adventures Begins Here. Just minutes from Muskegon you can canoe, raft, tube, or kayak on a nationally designated recreation scenic river in Manistee National Forest. Fun for everyone! www.happymohawkcanoelivery.com
Double JJ Ranch, Indoor Water Park & Golf Resort – Rothbury. Did you ever want to be a cowboy? Here is your chance! Rodeo every Friday night, Horseback riding, cattle drives, fall-festivals with pumpkin patch, corn maze and wild west shows. 1-800-doublejj
Silver Lake Sand Dunes – Mears. This is something you have to do! Take a dune tour or rent a jeep and explore on your own. Bordering Lake Michigan and Silver Lake, Silver Lake Sand Dune Access area consists of nearly 2,000 acres of rolling sand hills 1.5 miles wide and 3 miles long. (800) 870-9786
Hart – Montaque Trail State Park – Montaque. A 25 mile paved trail passing through rural and forested lands. Scenic overlooks and picnic areas are located on the route. Hiking, bicycling, cross country skiing and snowmobiling. So bring your bikes! 231-893-4585
Addiction Charters - Muskegon. Enjoy riding on a 30 ft. Trojan International! Captain Brian Hietala has it loaded with all the electronics, and fishing gear you need, to get you hooked on a powerful Lake Michigan "Salmon" and "Trout". Accommodations up to 6 people. Check them out for fun and adventure on Lake Michigan. 616-292-5823 www.addictioncharters.com
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Take a ride on the Sand Dunes at Silver Lake Sand Dunes in Mears Great Family Fun!