Beaches

Bayside Park

Bayside Park

Beach, hiking, sports facilities, pavilion, grills, picnic tables & more
5705 Munson Ave, Williamsburg

Clinch Park

Clinch Park

Huge sandy beach, splash pad, marina, volleyball courts & more
111 E Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City

Empire Beach Village Park

Empire Beach Village Park

Lake Michigan beach & picnic area
Niagra St, Empire

Esch Rd Beach

Esch Rd Beach

Lake Michigan beach
Esch Rd, Honor
WHY WE RECOMMEND: Great place to build a beach fire to roast hot dogs and marshmallows as the sun sets over Lake Michigan! Pet-friendly(northside only).

Frankfort Public Beach and Playground

Frankfort Public Beach and Playground

Lake Michigan beach in downtown Frankfort
Fr Marquette Cir, Frankfort

Maple Bay Natural Area

Maple Bay Natural Area

Beach & hiking trails
10849 US-31, Williamsburg
(website)

Suttons Bay Beach

Suttons Bay Beach

Beach, picnic tables, playground, & restrooms
416 Front St, Suttons Bay

Traverse City State Park Beach

Traverse City State Park Beach

Sandy beach on East Grand Traverse Bay
1265 US-31, Traverse City

Van’s Beach

Van’s Beach

Public beach in downtown Leland
205 Cedar St, Leland

Veterans Memorial Park

Veterans Memorial Park

Sandy beach, playground, & sports courts
410 River St, Elk Rapids