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Do Everything and Do Nothing

Hiking trails or sipping ales, picking apples or gathering around a table, relaxing by the fire or gliding through the snow. It's all here waiting for you, in the Art Coast of Michigan.
Do Everything and Do Nothing

Hiking trails or sipping ales, picking apples or gathering around a table, relaxing by the fire or gliding through the snow. It's all here waiting for you, in the Art Coast of Michigan.
Do Everything and Do Nothing

Hiking trails or sipping ales, picking apples or gathering around a table, relaxing by the fire or gliding through the snow. It's all here waiting for you, in the Art Coast of Michigan.

From outdoor adventures to romantic winter getaways, small-town holiday parades to city-scale art events, and crisp days to cozy nights, it’s easy to see why this area has a special place in so many hearts. Explore the Saugatuck, Douglas and Fennville area and discover why so many people say, “There’s something magical about this place.”

Stay

Planning a family vacation, a romantic getaway, a friends’ weekend, or a corporate retreat? Rest easy. We have the perfect place for you. Saugatuck bed & breakfasts, hotels, resorts and vacation homes have delighted travelers for generations.

Play

Adventures await you in the dunes, the town, and the waterways. From sunrise to sunset, there’s never a dull moment here.

Eat

Cheers! Our local wine, craft beer, hard cider, and restaurants are serving up the best of Michigan’s harvest for you.

Shop

Our sidewalks are brimming with one-of-a-kind shops featuring art, clothing, Michigan-made goodies, and more.

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Social Distancing - Saugatuck/Douglas Style

We in Saugatuck/Douglas take pride in our community as a one-of-a-kind place for respite, and we want nothing more than for our wonderful visitors and local residents to remain healthy and happy during these challenging times. As our community continues to follow CDC guidelines for social distancing, we’re loving how locals (and visitors, too) are still enjoying our communities in a safe and healthy way. Check them out, follow along and maybe even use these ideas to plan your visit when the right time comes!

Delivery, Takeout and Pickup Options

Support small businesses during this quarantine period by ordering food, wine, beer and spirits to take home from area restaurants, wineries, breweries and cafes.

Mother's Day Getaway

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a trip with mom to Saugatuck/Douglas. From our creative community filled with art galleries and shops to our geographic position on Lake Michigan’s shorefront, our towns have been acclaimed as one of the best places for a mother-daughter getaway by Better Homes & Gardens Magazine.

Family Reunion Planning: A Five-Step Guide

Looking to plan a family reunion but aren’t sure where to start? Saugatuck/Douglas makes an amazing location for a “destination” family gathering, because of the wide range in activities that people of all ages will enjoy. Here are five steps to get the plans in motion:

One of the World's Best Beach Towns

Sun. Sand. And water, as far as the eye can see. With 10 spectacular miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, one of Condé Nast Traveler’s “Top 25 Beaches in the World,” the Saugatuck/Douglas region shines all year long, but especially as one of the premier summertime destinations in the country.

Art & Culture

Long known as “the art coast of Michigan,” this community traces its creative roots back 100 years to the day when The Art Institute of Chicago established its Ox-Bow School here. Today, dozens of working painters, sculptors, ceramicists, and other artists call it home, enriching our community with an open-minded outlook and an appreciation of art that spills over into the galleries around town. We’re also home to the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, which hosts art exhibits, stage productions, films, lectures, and other cultural events around the year.

Unique Finds

Indulge yourself in a little retail therapy. Three distinct districts in Saugatuck, Douglas and Fennville offer ample opportunities to window-show, browse and indulge. Our eclectic blend of upscale boutiques and galleries, outdoor gear, artisan goodies and other treasures offer the perfect day of shopping and exploring.

Hospitality

No vacation spot is complete without a good meal and a comfortable place to settle down for the night, and Saugatuck, Douglas and Fennville know how to fill the bill. You’ll find award-winning chefs, locally brewed craft beer and cider on tap, and charming, friendly accommodations for a night, a weekend, or a season. Come discover why we have the best restaurants on Michigan's west cost and why USA Today, Coastal Living, Thrillest, Travel & Leisure and so many more have written about the Saugatuck experience.

My Trip

Great Outdoors

Our miles of waterways, rolling dunes, and trails will take your breath away in more ways than one. Get outside & play.

Family Travel

Pack up the kids. With outdoor adventures, tours, and special events around every corner, it’s easy to make memories here.

Foodie Destination

Bring your appetite. From chef-inspired menus to expertly crafted beer, wine, and cider, our local harvest is ready to serve.

LGBTQ

We’re an open-minded community with a long history of embracing all sorts of people. Be yourself, and it’ll be cool.

Visiting Saugatuck, Douglas and Fennville

Just a quick drive up the Lake Michigan coast from Chicago, a short drive across Michigan from Detroit or a short jump up north from Indiana and Ohio, our region is easily accessible by car and perfect for both weekend getaways or week-long stays. Looking to fly? The nearby Grand Rapids’ airport, along with Chicago and Detroit make it convenient to fly and drive to the Saugatuck region.

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