Muskegon County Public Gardens

Stop and Smell the Flowers in Muskegon County Public Gardens Public and pocket gardens are popular outdoor attractions. Muskegon’s small gardens provide a beautiful and colorful addition to our landscape. We invite you to take a rest among the scenic and flower scented settings. Keep reading to…

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Plan Your Summer Vacation in Muskegon, Michigan

Ready to get outdoors this summer? We've got you covered. We're ready to help you plan and welcome you to Muskegon, Michigan! Let's start by finding your adventure. Whether you are bringing the whole family, having a couple's weekend away, reuniting with friends, or enjoying some peaceful alone…

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Winter is Coming to West Michigan!

Get those hats and gloves ready, Winter is Coming! Take advantage of the winter weather and plan your great lakes getaway to the Muskegon Luge and Adventure Sports Park, located in Muskegon State Park. Enjoy ice skating, cross country skiing and Michigan's only public luge track! What is there to…

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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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Lighthouses and Towers in Muskegon, Michigan

Michigan has more lighthouses and towers than any other state in the country with 129. And three are located here in our Lake Michigan beach-town. "Lighthouse Hunters" in the United States Lighthouse Society Passport Program, can get THREE stamps by bringing their pass to the Muskegon South…

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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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Clear Springs Nature Preserve

Clear Springs Nature Preserve is a 118 acre nature preserve. It was once home to a trading post and fish hatchery. Now, it is a picture-perfect place for outdoor activities. Almost 3 miles of trails are popular for dog walking, hiking and jogging. Pathways include a Rim, Pond Side, Crest and…

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Vietnam War Memorial “Final Approach”

Tucked inside Hidden Cove Park is the Vietnam War Memorial “Final Approach”. Rising above the park, surrounded by flags, benches and plaques is a UH-1D helicopter; a combat veteran of of the Vietnam War. Tail number 958, her slogan was “God’s Little Helper”. The aircraft served from 1968-1970…

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Dune Harbor Park Muskegon County

Muskegon County offers yet more trails, shoreline, views and opportunity to enjoy our great outdoors! Photo by Lillian Dotzlaff In December of 2021 Muskegon County, Nugent Sand Company, and Cherette Group announced the County’s purchase of property once owned by the Nugent Sand Company. This…

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Lost Lake: Discover a Hidden Gem in Muskegon County

Take a stroll through Muskegon State Park and discover a hidden gem, Lost Lake. Lost Lake is a rare coastal plain marsh and bog; a beauty of nature and accessible only by trail. This pond-like lake a treasure-trove of unique plants, wildflowers, waterfowl and birds. Follow the Lost Lake…

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