Visit Ludington

Perhaps the best thing about a Ludington vacation is the glorious beaches just waiting to be enjoyed. There are so many to choose from, and just minutes away from wherever you are.

Stearns Park Beach at the end of Ludington Avenue boasts 2,500 feet of sandy shoreline and a large, grassy area with abundant picnic tables and grills. Stroll down the long pier to the North Breakwater Lighthouse, or play a game of miniature golf, volleyball or shuffleboard. A sandy playground provides kids a safe place to play, with concessions and restrooms open daily in the summer.

Explore the sugar sand shoreline at the Ludington State Park Beach just north of town. At nearly seven miles long, this is the place to find your special spot for swimming or a relaxing nap in the sun. Also within the park are the warm, shallow waters of Hamlin Lake Beach. For your convenience, playgrounds, concession stands and restroom facilities are available at both beaches.

South of Ludington are beaches that are just as beautiful but a bit on the quieter side. The Buttersville Park Beach is just beyond Historic White Pine Village on the Buttersville Peninsula and Summit Park Beach is located on South Lakeshore Drive. In the charming village of Pentwater, the Charles Mears Beach is safe and clean, with the North and South Pierhead Lights in view.

Heading further south to the Hart area, you'll discover real excitement at The Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Here you can visit Mac Wood's and take an exciting ride across the dunes. Silver Lake offers many recreational activities, and various businesses like Parrot's Landing and Wave Club rent jet skis and other water accessories for a day full of fun.

The perfect summer day begins and ends at our most precious natural resource-the glorious beaches of West Michigan.