The Grand Haven Musical Fountain 100% belongs on your West Michigan bucket list. A tradition since…read more1962, the musical fountain is truly is a spectacle of water and lights creatively synchronized to various songs that will make you want to sing or dance along. It's utterly delightful no matter your age. The details: -Shows take place at the Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium in downtown Grand Haven. -Shows are FREE and last between 25-30 minutes. -Shows play nightly at dark from Memorial Day-Labor Day as well as Fridays and Saturdays in May and September. Bring your loved ones and a blanket, and I promise you that you'll be entertained by a tradition that's truly unique and special.

I realized my review from June 2025 never posted. We took a road trip to Michigan this summer and…read morescoped out potential cities to move too. We loved our time at the beach in Grand Haven and our night at the Grand Haven Musical Fountain was the highlight evening activity! Stunning water light synchronized music shows! Ours was Starwars themed which we really appreciated the nostalgia of. If you're unaware, this is an outdoor venue with tiered cement steps that serve as seats - so you may want a cushion or blanket. Lovely local ice cream parlor right there, and food spots within walking distance. We paid to park across the street at a very reasonable price! Show doesn't start until it's dark, so you have time to make it and can easily come and go as needed.

Beautiful beach! We…read morecame on a windy May weekend to explore. Parking was easy and we were able to walk down the beach to the pier with the lighthouse. We passed several bathrooms along the way. Plus a campground right on the beach.

Nothing but good vibes and experience at Grand Haven State Park. Yes there are large multiple…read moreparking lots that are able to hold a ton of people so on a nice day expect this place to be PACKED. You get in with a park pass or you pay the entrance fee. We have the park pass on our license plate so access was a breeze. There are restrooms, RV camp sites and handicap Mats from the parking lot to the beach. Love the walks on the pier to watch the boats come in or the sunset. Always a good time. Plus the surrounding area has small shops and restaurants so you can make it a day.

What an amazing group of people! Very professional, highly organized and truly helping the…read morecommunity. I truly can't say enough great things about this chamber. If you're a local business, definitely get involved. If you're a visitor, they will help you find the best spots for you to make your vacation perfect. Stop in and check them out!

We had a great time with Captains Paul and Kim and their umbrella cockatoo, Diesel. We couldn't…read morehave asked for better weather. Their boat is lovely and we enjoyed a perfect Saturday afternoon lounging on the deck!

We had a great time on our sunset cruise. Captain Kim & Captain Paul were absolutely wonderful…read more Highly recommend if you are visiting Grand Haven

Rosy Mound Natural Area's dunes, forested trails, and shoreline views were stunning!…read more Pulling in there is small parking lot, restrooms, and pay station kiosk for the $8 daily permit. The 2.2 mile trail starts at the parking lot leading you through the woods right to Lake Michigan's shoreline. The trail consist of dirt, dune, and board walk paths with a total of 360 stairs; so get those quads ready! Thankfully there are lots of shaded places to stop and rest with benches along the paths and between flights of stairs. Note to mention: This is a no pet area so keep your furry friends at home! Would definitely recommend Rosy Mound if you're up for a short hike and want to enjoy a breathtaking shoreline view or beach at the end.

Beautiful hike to the beach!…read more The trailhead starts in a parking lot, weaving through the woods. You go up stairs to a dunes overlook and you can continue to follow the trail down to the beach. The beach and the sand dunes are beautiful, especially at sunset. There are bathrooms at the beginning of the trail and near the beach.

I was just denied reasonable accommodation when trying to bring in a candy for my son that is free…read moreof synthetic dies and colorings, which he is allergic to. I was told the GM was not there, and the young man assisting us said we he could not accommodate us on the basis of it being a health code violation, which is simply not true. It is a revenue protection policy, which I understand, but to not accommodate for a medical reason is unacceptable. I was purchasing tickets, popcorn, and drinks, there was no reason to deny my accommodation. You have lost a local customer, and I will be spreading the word.

I heard from the girls around town that there was a guy named Adam working here that was a "pretty…read morecool guy" according to them. I walked in, and I was met by Adam, who seemed a little shy but that's okay. He was around my age, and probably someone I would be friends with. However, I couldn't not help but recognize his fancy hairstyle. It was like a crossover from 2000s emo and 1980s sitcom classic styles. Not too wild, but not too calm, quite the strong gesture if you tell me. I slipped on the floor and back flipped a few times but Adam helped me up, which I thanked him for. He was surprisingly helpful. So in conclusion, customer service was good. Also, food was expensive but I am pretty much a baller so I didn't even worry about it, probably dropped a few bands on popcorn and candy but it doesn't matter because: 1. My money twerkin 2. My pockets are fat like lizzo If you do not meet the criteria above, it may be a little expensive for you, so either: 1. Get your grind up 2. Don't buy the food Anyways, movie was good, I got to see the new Batman movie, and I tell you what, when I was met with Adam's service, I thought he was batman. Of course, I did the backflips, so it's not like it was all his effort. He just helped me up because I have bad shins. (I'm a world renowned track athlete) Anyways in conclusion to sum it up, in other words, to keep it real, I'm just gonna say this one thing, so to keep it a buck, I'm gonna be clean cut, pretty cool place, thanks!

What a great park…read more Clean, easy access and nicely space out. Amenities include rest rooms, three shelters, playground, BBQ grills, volley ball courts, soccer field, horseshoe pits, a small board walk and fishing area. I went here to drop in on one of the free summer concert series events and they were raffling out prizes including local restaurant meals and a few bikes for kids!

Nice Park - easy to get to, good amount of parking, nice pavilion, the sand was nice, fountains to…read morewash your feet, good amount of space on the sand. First time here - The bugs today were outrageous. These little flies were unbearable and therefore didn't stay long.

This beach is operated by Ottawa County. During the summer months, you are required to pay to…read morepark. They probably have room for 100 cars. You can get an annual tag from the county. A Michigan state park tag will not work. Weekends the lot can fill up. In that case you can park for free less than a mile down the road at Coast Guard Park, or even Fire Barn Park for that matter. If you're going to do that, drop off your family and friends along with your beach supplies at the entrance. That way only one of you have to walk back and forth. They have a nice wide asphalt path. Good excersise plus you saved about $8. Park no longer allows dogs, no alcohol either. They have a nice pavillion that sometimes get reserved in the summer. There are grills and picnic tables too, but not many. There are outdoor showers and feet washing stations and a convenient bathroom. But last time I was here, the beach has been extended way out. So if you are on the water with you blanket and umbrella, it is quite a hike to the johns. This is a good family beach too with the playground. Downside to some may be there are no touristy shops that you can walk to like Grand Haven SP. But to me, that is blessing. Not a whole lot of teenagers come here and never been any fights break out like they have at GH. I hope this beach stays how it is and the county doesn't try to commercialize it.

The Coast Guard Festival is a big deal in Grand Haven, and it shows. The festivals lasts for 10…read moredays, spanning across two weekends at the end of July and beginning of August. What's in the itinerary? It depends on the day. One of my favorites is Tuesday night's Dancing in the Street, where a large stage is set up downstage for--you guessed it--dancing in the street to a very good local cover band. This year I got to take a tour of two Coast Guard ships that were docked in the channel. My spouse was thrilled. If you're a music fan, there's nightly concerts, the majority of them being cover bands. On the second Saturday of the festival, there's fireworks, which people make sure they have a great spot for viewing as early as the morning of. The last thing I'll mention is the carnival with games, rides, and the kids who love them. Food-wise, there's a row of fair food trailers and a section of food trucks around the Elks Lodge off of Washington Street. Plus, just about all the local of the local businesses around downtown will gladly take your money. This summer New Holland Brewing Co. opened a pizza-inspired pinwheels kitchen, which appeared to be very popular with patrons of the festival. There's also plenty of opportunities for booze in the Social District as well as sweets, from ice cream to chocolates to Kilwin's fudge. I've attended the festival two years in a row, and I'll continue to come on the Dancing in the Street night. It's a great night of community and fun. I'll also try to check out the cardboard boat race, which takes place on the first Saturday of the festival. Should you come too? My vote is yes!

Lucky to have been in Grand Haven for my first Coast Guard Festival. A more patriotic atmosphere…read moreyou will have a hard time finding. The way the entire town shows their appreciation for the Coast Guard is inspiring. Flags on every home and business! Tour a ship, watch the helicopters, visit the museums, ride the rides, listen to bands and eat a ton of delicious food. Take a break from the crowds and walk along the boardwalk to the famous red lighthouse to watch the sunset. You will love every minute!