12 Miles of Coastline.
6 Beautiful Beaches.
The Lake Michigan coastline is one of the most stunning places in the country, and we’re lucky to have 12 miles of its shoreline at our front door. Whatever your ideal beach day is, it can begin right here.
Your Guide To The Art Coast Beaches
Views are spectacular from sunrise to sunset. Travel light and rent beach chairs and umbrellas from one of our local shops, like In The Elements Rental in Saugatuck or Woosah in Douglas. Convenient beachside parking is available but can fill up fast in the summer, especially at Oval Beach, named one of Condé Nast Traveler’s “Top 25 Beaches in the World.” Ride the Interurban to the beach for only $1 and avoid the hassle.
Beach Gear Rentals
SUP & Kayak Rentals
Oval Beach
Located in Saugatuck
Amenities: Concession stand, grills available, permanent restrooms in summer months
Accessibility: No stairs to the beach; beach wheelchair and floating wheelchair available
No dogs or alcohol permitted
Parking/Access: Ample parking, but fills up on busy summer days; $10 per car (cash or credit), $50 season pass; Free Labor Day – Memorial Day
Saugatuck Dunes State Park
Located in Holland
.75 mile hike to the beach
Amenities: 13 miles of trails, mountain bike trail, disc golf course, picnic shelter, grill, permanent vault restrooms in summer months
Dogs allowed on 6 ft leash. No alcohol permitted
Parking/Access: Ample parking, State park permit or pay day-use fee of $9, cash only
West Side County Park
Located in Fennville
Stairway to the beach
Amenities: Two pavilions (reserve here), picnic areas, viewing platform, fenced playground, grills, gazebo, permanent restrooms in summer months
No dogs or alcohol permitted
Parking/Access: Free, ample parking
Pier Cove Beach
Located in Fennville
Stairway to the beach
Amenities: Portable bathroom in summer months
No dogs or alcohol permitted
Parking/Access: Free, very limited parking (10 parking spots)
Laketown Beach
Located in Holland
350 stairs to the beach
Amenities: Portable bathrooms
No dogs or alcohol permitted
Parking/Access: Free, limited parking (20 parking spots)
Douglas Beach
Located in Douglas
Stairs to the beach
Amenities: viewing platform, permanent bathrooms
No dogs or alcohol permitted
Parking/Access: Free, very limited parking (12 parking spots)
Travel Guides and Maps
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Saugatuck Dunes State Park
With 2.5 miles of secluded, undeveloped shoreline and towering wooded dunes reaching 200 feet in height, visitors to Saugatuck Dunes State Park will be in awe of the park’s pristine natural beauty. Explore four scenic trails offering stunning views of rolling dunes, lush forests, and captivating coastline. The park’s 300-acre Patty Birkholz Natural Area, home to a coastal dune system and three endangered plant species, is a favorite spot for nature enthusiasts.
Explore the Dunes
One of the quintessential Art Coast experiences, the Saugatuck Dune Rides offer an exhilarating and fun-filled open-roof excursion over Lake Michigan’s “living” sand dunes. Part nature tour, part comedy routine, and part history lesson, this 40-minute scenic ride takes you over rugged, private sand dunes, where you’ll learn about local flora and fauna and the lost town of Singapore, Michigan’s version of Pompeii.
Unique Attractions
Explore our curated experiences and recommended activities for fun beach and water activities. Whether you’re sailing along our salt-free waters in a tall ship or enjoying a luxury picnic experience on the beach, you’ll find unforgettable opportunities to enjoy our beautiful shoreline.
