We have visited this waterfront park several times over the last few years with its perfect…read morelocation a few blocks away from the coffee shop and the heart of the action in downtown Saugatuck. The space features a few public art installations (charming murals for photos) and plenty of benches and a gazebo. I also appreciate that there is plentiful shade in this park. It's the perfect way to blow off some steam in between shops and strolling from restaurant to restaurant in the heart of the village.

Waterfront park in Saugatuck. Small pavilion with two picnic tables, nice lawn, view of the marina…read more Nice park to eat a sandwich or just let the kids run in the lawn.

Beautiful state park with a few different trails to take you to the beach. Parking is $12 for a day…read morefor non-Michigan residents. The kiosk is easy enough to navigate. On to the hike! We did the yellow trail. Difficulty level in my opinion was easy but on our way back, we took the adventurous route which was more of a medium difficulty because you had to be on an uphill climb for quite a bit. Overall, I would classify the hike as easy. It's way too cold so neither of us swam. Because it is a longer hike, we didn't take our dog with us but we saw several while on the trail. If your dog is older than ours (8 months, super slow due to being easily distracted) I highly recommend taking them on the trail. The beach is dog friendly as well. Just make sure to pick up after them. Beautiful view of the lake and overall. I would definitely come back again (and hopefully with Miss Birdie next time)!

This is a beautiful state park with tree covered trails to hike. If hiking sand dunes is not your…read morething there are other trails. If it is, it could be a training pre-curser to bigger dunes. In any regard, it is rustically beautiful. There are porta-potties and picnic tables near the parking lot.

Taking the 303 steps to the top will reward you with an amazing view of Saugatuck and the Kalamazoo…read moreRiver! Along the climb there are several areas with benches to rest. As a bonus, when we stopped about halfway up we saw a couple of deer. The climb was not as difficult as we thought it would be. Keep in mind that there is very limited parking. You may want to consider taking the ferry from Saugatuck.

303 gang, rise up! That's for all those who make it up the 303 steps to get great views of the…read moreKalamazoo river. My five year old made it, so I hope you can too. It's just steps away from the chainferry, so if you're in downtown Saugatuck, a lot of people will chainferry it over and explore this park. We had a beautiful weather day that was just chilly enough to now want to park at the beach. This ended up being a ton of fun because we could essentially hike up a dune, make our way to Oval Beach and get the unique experience of nature here. The steps are not as crazy as I'm making it out to be, and there are nice little rest benches as you go, if needed. Bonus, there are so few if any mosquitoes here. We didn't really know what to do after we got to the top. We ended up just letting whatever sounded fun happen, which ended with us dunking feet in the waters at Oval Beach. *Important tip! If you do this, do NOT head back up the same dune you come down to return to town. It's a steep, hot, sandy dune that will zap all your energy. Instead, take the "John Woolam Trail" as you come out of Oval Beach for a nice, flatter, solid, wooded experience.

They have made a great experience for kids. You have a splash pad and park right next to each…read moreother! Parents don't have to move at all while the kids go back and forth as much as they want! 10/10 recommend!

A great park for a small town...I like to go there and relax and just people watch...Kids love the…read moresplash pad..

This is such a great park, and so convenient. We visit this park all year round. Each season…read morefeatures a different experience. In the winter we love park where there is a good view of the water and watch the waves roll in. It is so peaceful and relaxing, There are usually a dozen or more vehicles parked so I know others enjoy watching the waves too, In the summer we enjoy the beach, wading and swimming. All year round you can watch a beautiful sunset. There are good views of Big Red from the park. It is nice that you can park very close to the beach, so if there is anyone is unable to walk longer distances this is the perfect place. The only drawback is that dogs aren't allowed on the beach.

07/21/26 - Absolutely perfect day 75 degrees sunny w/ a nice breeze @ Holland State Park. Lake…read moreMichigan water is choppy w/red flag warnings not to enter the water. God it's days like this that it's great to be alive. What can I say this is a beautiful beach w/the red lighthouse & enclosed by the piers leading into Lake Michigan.

I was brought here as a surprise stop with Coastal Tours. I had actually never heard of this field…read morenor seen any photos. But I was blown away by how beautiful it was. Our guide told us about the history behind the field which was truly harrowing but showed the beauty of love and the cyclical nature of life. I was incredibly moved going here, it's somewhere that you can come and visit during any period of life but it's a good place to remember when things get tough. I'm sorry for the people who created this field but so beyond grateful for the ways in which they've turned grief into something so meaningful and moving. If you do come here, please respect what the space is for/about but I highly recommend you come here.

This is astonishingly beautiful -- looks like a Monet painting of southern France, with a rich…read morecontrast of textures and colors the longer you stare at it. It was raining and I still found myself just standing and prolonging the moment. Pull off at the cemetery and make five minutes for it. What a tribute.

We've been on the hunt for some dog-friendly activities in West Michigan, and our time at Kirk Park…read morewas everything we hoped for! The dog beach is about a 5-minute walk from the parking lot, and the trail is very well marked. The weather was great, so there were lots of dogs there enjoying the water. There are changing facilities and restrooms available near the parking lot, but not on the beach, so keep that in mind. We're looking forward to enjoying the water with our golden retriever again soon!

Dog-friendly section of beach? Check Sand dune trails? Check…read moreWell-maintained bathroom facilities? Check Beautiful views of Lake Michigan both high and low? Check This is *the* beach spot for you and your canine.

What an amazing park. I'd say it's a hidden gem but lots of people hang out here & parking can be…read morehard to find on a nice day! The water is shallow so it's much warmer than most Michigan beaches and you can enjoy the water. It's clean and everyone tends to pick up after themselves. There's a great playground next to the parking lot but be prepared for some extensive stairs on your way down to the beach. If needed, there are built in benches along the way. But don't be like some people we saw trying to carry wagons full of beach items lol

I have two yellow labs who love to swim and it's hard to find places for the them to go swimming…read more We tried it out, perfect place to go. Be careful though a lot of steps to the water. Definitely worth it.