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Birding in Muskegon County

Birding and birdwatching are big! And this Lake Michigan Beach-town is a natural destination. Cover Photo and all images courtesy of Tom Espo. Click on images to see more of his work on Instagram. The popularity of birding is soaring. In 2011 there were approximately 46,700 birdwatchers or…

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Visit Six Craft Breweries in Muskegon, Michigan

The Michigan craft beer trail leads to Muskegon County! Hop in to 6 local craft breweries: each with their own distinctive style and atmosphere...and great beer! Bonus that they are located in a beach-town with Lake Michigan views and Mid-Western hospitality. Let us introduce you to our Muskegon…

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Unity Christian Music Festival in Muskegon, Michigan

Guest blog written by Kevin Newton - Unity Christian Music Festival Photos courtesy of Unity Christian Music Festival Family friendly goes to another level!! As Muskegon’s largest annual event, it is no surprise that Unity is the ultimate FAMILY FUN event. What is Unity Christian Music Festival…

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Drink, Eat, and Beach at The Deck in Muskegon, Michigan

Live Music, Beach Views, and Crave-Worthy Food. The Deck Is a Summer Hot-Spot in Muskegon, Michigan and Definitely Worth Checking Out on Your Trip. Located right on Pere Marquette Park Beach, The Deck offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience rave about to your friends and family. The outdoor area is…

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Seaway Run: Half Marathon in Muskegon, Michigan

Guest Blog from Nick Gereaux and John Frawley Why do we run? As human beings - what was the driving force that made that first person decide that walking wasn’t quite cutting it? I’d venture that it wasn’t as much of a conscious decision as it was a "Hey, that large animal with teeth is getting…

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Memorial Day in Muskegon, Michigan

A Short History of Memorial Day Memorial Day originated in the years following the Civil War and was originally called Decoration Day. In 1920 the poppy became the official flower and symbol. This was due to the popularity of the wartime poem “In Flanders Fields.” It became an official federal…

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What to Pack for Your Summer Trip to Muskegon, Michigan

Blog by Maya Grimm Muskegon, Michigan is the beach-town to be at in summer! This midwest town offers expansive white-sand beaches, restaurants, hiking trails, and more. Make sure you get the most out of your trip by packing the essentials. Download our packing guide to make packing a breeze. What…

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Michigan's Largest Amusement Park Located in Muskegon!

Michigans Adventure is the state's largest amusement park and water park. Visitors will find more than 60 world-class rides, slides, unique attractions and special events. This "two parks for the price of one" amusement park is one more reason to visit Muskegon, Michigan - a Lake Michigan…

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Sail In and Discover Lakeside

Sail in to Lakeside and Stay Awhile! Lakeside is a welcoming beach-town neighborhood and business district along the shoreline of Muskegon Lake in Michigan. Running through, and leading to Pere Marquette Beach, is Lakeshore Drive. Dotting this road are charming shops, an art gallery, dining…

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Message from Cruise Ship Traveler

Cruise into Muskegon, Michigan! In 2022 three cruise lines will make Muskegon a port of call - with a total of seventeen stops. Visit Muskegon received a wonderful email, from a past Pearl Mist passenger. As a result, the words below made our staff quite proud. With the sender's permission, we are…

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