Great Variety :
Forested walks, pristine beaches, and early morning mists will make this a destination you’ll want to visit every year. It’s perhaps the best resort area in the Midwest with its many diversions for fun and relaxation. This area is the home of great summer memories, spectacular color in the Autumn, and inviting snow-mantled streets for the winter holidays and weekends.
Families as well as couples enjoy the safe and friendly environment.
This area offers scenic dunes and shorelines for hiking, biking, or walking. There is also fishing.
Or simply spend a lazy day or two at beautiful Oval Beach. It’s been ranked as one of the 25 best shorelines in the world ! Or tale a 5 minute walk to nearby Douglas Beach. Or perhaps kayak, take a water ride on a W.W.II amphibious 'duck' vehicle, or a thrilling dune buggy ride!
If you enjoy the outdoors or sports, this area offers three 18-hole championship golf courses and scenic dunes and shorelines for hiking, biking, or walking
Art and Entertainment:
Saugatuck and Douglas are well-known for their many art galleries (it’s consistently named one of American's top 25 arts destinations) and their wide array of dining choices including both gourmet and casual family restaurants.
In addition to its many art galleries, Saugatuck hosts the nationally-acclaimed Waterfront Film Festival each June, one of the top 5 film festivals in America. The Saugatuck Center for the Arts hosts outstanding musicians, concerts plays and art exhibits in its theatre and gallery every weekend. It is also home to the Green Market every summer Friday featuring local farmers and artisan producers, aimed at providing fresh, high quality food.
Shopping and Touring:
Saugatuck and Douglas’ unique downtown and dockside shops and Antique Pavilion are charming and stocked with high quality goods.
Pick and enjoy eating your own fresh and luscious blueberries or apples from nearby fields, or perhaps visit the local winery or microbrewery for a fun-filled afternoon.
Other Activities:
art galleries, winery, orchards, brewery, gift shops, theatre, festivals, restaurants
