Lake Michigan's Best Beaches in Saugatuck-Douglas

Did you know that when you stay with us at The Hotel Saugatuck you are visiting one of Michigan's premiere beach towns? It's true. With miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, the Saugatuck-Douglas area has stretches of sand that will appeal to every type of beach-goer. Sugar-sand beaches and sparkling water that meet the horizon will have you wanting to soak in the summer sun and splash in the waves. Or maybe you'd prefer a peaceful walk along a tucked-away beach away from crowds of tourists. Whatever your ideal beach day is, it can begin right here!

Oval Beach
Perryman Street & Oval Beach Drive
Saugatuck, MI

Condé Nast Traveler has ranked Oval Beach as one of the Top 25 beaches in the world. That's a pretty tall order, but Oval Beach lives up to the acclaim. This is Saugatuck's main beach and a summertime favorite with easy parking, concessions, and a picnic area. Put Oval Beach, its sweeping shoreline, and its towering dunes on your must-see list.

Saugatuck Dunes State Park
6575 138th Ave.
Saugatuck Dunes, MI

With 2.5 miles of secluded beach, Saugatuck Dunes State Park is the perfect place to soak up some sun while surrounded by Lake Michigan's natural beauty. Walk along the sandy shoreline or venture out on the park's 13 miles of trails that lead to amazing overlooks on the 200-foot-high dunes. If you're looking to get back to nature, this is your beach.

West Side County Park
2152 Lakeshore Drive
Fennville, MI

West Side County Park has 630 feet of sparkling beach for sunbathing, building sandcastles, and splashing in the water. Amenities such as pavilions, picnic areas, and restrooms make it easy to spend the day here. Then stay for a beautiful Lake Michigan sunset, as the boardwalks along the beach offer a stunning place to watch the sun go down over the water.

Douglas Beach
3099 Lakeshore Drive
Douglas, MI

Douglas Beach is a small, quiet lakeside hideaway that may just provide the serenity you're looking for in a day at the beach. There are restrooms and a picnic area at the top of the hill with the sandy beach down below, where trees line the waterline. Nestled between lakefront cottages, Douglas Beach is a hidden gem offering its visitors a peaceful respite.

Laketown Beach
6710 142nd Ave.
Holland, MI 

Located between Saugatuck and Holland, Laketown Beach is an inviting strip of sand, water and panoramic views that is only accessible by descending 350 stairs to the beach (and climbing them back up again). The stairway not only helps protect the fragile dune environment but also helps to keep this beach a quiet place where you can escape the summertime crowds.

Pier Cove Beach
2290 Lakeshore Drive
Fennville, MI

At Pier Cove Beach, you'll find a small creek that lets out into Lake Michigan, making it a great spot for wading and skipping stones. You might even find some lightning rocks that are unique to Michigan. Named for the shipping piers that once supported the logging and fruit industry in the 1800s, this beach now offers visitors a sandy lakeside sanctuary.