This was my first time in Ludington. I have heard so much about it, and I was excited to finally…read moremake it here. My friend said this is his favorite westside town. I was impressed my the marina and the great beach. The beach was super busy and we found our way to the lighthouse. It's a bit of a walk so be prepared to bring comfortable shoes. We enjoyed watching the ships come into port. If you happen to be out this way, I highly suggest making a trip out to the lighthouse. Not only is it a beautiful backdrop, it's also a great place to take pictures.

A very tough…read morelighthouse The very first lighthouse in the area was established in 1871 but didn't last very long and was washed away in a huge storm a few years later. Since Ludington was becoming an extremely important harbor a new and stronger light was obviously needed. Debates about whether to put the new lighthouse on the south or north pier raged for years, and the exact kind of lighthouse was also a very contentious subject. So of course nothing got done. Finally around 1924 the present lighthouse was constructed at the end of the half mile north concrete pier. Since the area is know for very intense and powerful storms, the engineers wanted to make sure the lighthouse was strong enough to withstand anything that the howling gales of Lake Michigan could throw at it. So they went all out when they designed and built this light. The lighthouse is constructed with a steel frame in addition to steel plating added to the outside. And to increase the structural integrity of the lighthouse a strange looking prow, similar to that on a large ship, was added at the bottom to deflect the larger waves. Pretty cool looking and when viewed from a distance, almost makes the lighthouse seem like it's sailing across the horizon. The fourth order Fresnel Lens was removed and is passed around to various local maritime museums. The lighthouse can be reached by walking out to the end of the half mile pier but going out they in storms and blizzards is probably not a good idea. During the summer the lighthouse is open and for five bucks the public can climb the 53 stairs to the top. Certainly not the tallest, biggest, oldest or most important lighthouse in Michigan but with the steel plates added over the steel frame and the addition of the cool prow, this is definitely one of the very toughest and strongest lighthouses anywhere.

This was our second year staying at Ludington Beach House, and that really says something because…read morewe actually found this place completely on a whim last year. We loved it so much that when we decided we had to come back to Ludington, we worked the cost into our budget specifically so we could stay here again. Ludington stole our hearts, and this place has become part of the experience for us. The location is absolutely spectacular. You're directly across the street from the beach and lighthouse access, and you can walk into town in about 10-20 minutes for ice cream, snacks, shopping, restaurants, and all the cute little things that make Ludington such a fun beach town. You're also right near the harbor. We hardly needed our car once we arrived. I really love the amenities here because they aren't trying to be over-the-top. Everything is simple, comfortable, and thoughtfully done. There's a pool that goes all the way to 9 feet deep, with a rope separating the deep and shallow areas. I love spending time out there, and there are plenty of tables and lounge chairs. They even provide pool towels, which is such a nice touch. Our room was small, but it was very thoughtfully laid out. We had a comfortable queen-size bed, a little table with two chairs, Wi-Fi, a microwave, and a mini fridge WITH an actual freezer. I know that sounds like such a small thing, but having a real little freezer is incredibly convenient when you're traveling! I also really appreciate the little details. There are cute retro coasters, a little guide with information about the property and Ludington, coffee with flavored creamers, and really nice bathroom products. The body wash smelled SO good. The linens deserve some credit too. There's nothing fancy about them, but the sheets are white, clean, crisp cotton, and the towels are nice and thick. They even provide a makeup towel, which I always appreciate. There's also a spot where you can grab an extra towel or blanket yourself whenever you need one. I LOVE this. Nobody wants to have to call the front desk because they need an extra washcloth or towel. It's just one more little thing that makes staying here easy. And because you're staying directly by the beach, I love that they have a broom available too. There is ALWAYS going to be sand when you stay at a beach, so having a way to sweep it up is just practical and thoughtful. Even though there are quite a few units, I've found it to be surprisingly quiet. The staff has also always been incredibly kind and accommodating. You get one parking space per unit, which has never been an issue for us. I'm not sure what the arrangement would be if you needed additional parking, but for the two of us it has been perfect. The only minor complaint I could possibly make is that the room does feel a little humid at times. However, the air conditioner worked absolutely fabulously, so we were never uncomfortable or too hot. This isn't a luxury resort, and the rooms aren't huge or fancy. That's not what makes this place special. It's the location, the cleanliness, the thoughtful little touches, the pool, the friendly staff, and the fact that it makes being in Ludington so easy. It feels simple, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. We loved it enough to come back for a second year, and I have a feeling we'll be back again.

We stayed two nights, loved it and would return absolutely. Family operated by very nice people we…read moremet. Modest and clean. Nice bedding, wonderful soap, coffee in the room. Right across the street from the public beach, pier -- yet quiet at night. We walked down to see fishermen catch salmon while the sun set. Played cornhole before dinner. Open windows allowed for a crisp cross breeze in our room. A pretty vinyl floor made for easy cleaning of sand tracked in from the beach. Not fancy. Just a step back in time that enhanced our whole trip. On a side note, we were able to use an AirBnB gift card at the hotel.

The quietest beach in the Ludington area! You can bring your pets to swim. No stairs but a short…read morewalk that can be somewhat difficult for those with ADA needs. I was able to navigate the beach with my walker so I did not fall. Do not use this park if you are coming to party, as this is intended as a quiet park.

Fantastic RV resort. Grounds are meticulously maintained. You call for service, they are there…read morewithin a half hour sometimes less. Sites are all 10/10. Perfectly maintained concrete, level. Facilities are 10/10. Warning though. This place isn't for the rowdy party animals.... This place actually repels those types of campers which was fine with us! Playgrounds, pool everything. Trees. They are also expanding to include 90 something new sites, amd a second pool. This place rocks. My kids love it. Thanks Vacation Station!!!

Great RV park! We spent the weekend there in September and the place is very well maintained! The…read morestaff was super friendly as well! Will definitely stay there again.

It was our annual sisters reunion and I arranged a kayak trip through this establishment. Very…read morefriendly on the phone when I called the day before to reserve three kayaks. We loaded up in the bus and listened to the infamous "Kayak Song" to get us in the mood(look it up, it's EPIC!) The kayaks were the sit on type and we were launched with no issues. We were the only humans on the rustic and scenic river and the birds provided a show. We saw a bald eagle three times which was a real treat! Highly recommend this place for kayaking!

The staff members were really nice and the guy driving the bus was really funny They also carry…read morelaws about our safety definitely would come back here

Just a great place to moor your boat. Amenities are great and everything is clean…read more Great people also. I go every year !

From the owner: Full Service Ludington Marina Welcoming Seasonal and Transient Boaters. Facilities include a Fuel…read moreDock with 90 Octane Ethanol Free and Diesel, Pump-outs, Free Wi-Fi, Beautiful Clubhouse, Seasonal Pool, Gas grills, Fish Cleaning Station, Floating docks 30'-100'. Friendly service and walking distance to downtown Ludington Activities, Restaurants, Brewpubs, Beach, and more.

Beautiful campground! Lots of cement pull-through sites. They also have haciendas and casitas to…read morerent. Staff are so helpful, always amazing customer service. Yearly trip for us going on 8 years! Everything is so so clean. Bathrooms, showers, laundry room, you can tell they take great pride in their work!

Nice well maintained park. Just spent 4 days there. Great people. We pull a 43.5 foot fifth…read morewheel and it was tight getting in but over all great place.

Omg! What a lifesaver the owner Kitty was! We had a botched reservation at a place across the lake…read moreand Kitty had the only place in the area with an opening for the week of the Fourth. What a diamond in the rough. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was not fancy, but was everything we needed on a beautiful part of Hamlin Lake! We absolutely plan to return if able!

Would not recommend. The accommodations are small cottages built many years ago and we did not…read moreexpect high level service but did expect a little more. We had several families and is most all cases the mattresses were terrible, bathrooms were a nightmare. In one, the front of the WC is less than 12 inches from a wall meaning you had to sit sideways to fit on it. Showers were like coffins with a dribble of water. the current owner "Kitty" is a bit surly and rude to boot. One of the cottages had a gas leak in it when we arrived but she refused to believe us. We turned off the gas for our own safety. I am told that Kitty will be selling to new owners in fall of 2013 and hope that the new owners will be more accommodating to their guests and spend some time repairing the years of "band-aid" repairs. This could be a nice quaint little lane from yesteryear but seems to be more of a rotted and forgotten lane. The common area consists of a small sandy beach with docks and kayaks available for use. There is some playground equipment that the kids all enjoyed. Just be sure not to leave a single sand toy laying out for more than a few minutes unattended as Kitty will pick them up and take them away from the kids.