Beaches

Congratulations to Sleeping Bear Dunes in north western Michigan. The National Geographic magazine just named Sleeping Bear Dunes beach as one of the worlds 21 best beaches. They described the beach this way: "Pure freshwater and 450-foot bluffs mean eyes-open swimming and vast views over Lake Michigan, walk from the former Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station, now a maritime museum, or al

Are there any spots around Michigan that you can go swimming au natural? Maybe. Here are 5 possible clothing-optional beaches in Michigan. NOTE: We should say right at the outset that this list is for entertainment purposes only and you should be aware of Michigan's public indecency law, which provides that indecent exposure is a crime punishable by up to 1 year in jail and/or $1000 fine... Read M

If you were planning a beach day Tomorrow July 9th you may want to reschedule as strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions are expected at many beaches along Lake Michigan.

Warmer weather is upon us and it is time to get out and clean up the beaches for the upcoming season.  Chicago based nonprofit Alliance for the Great Lakes has organized 12 beach cleanup events through out Michigan.

Summer is just around the corner, and Michigan is known for its many lakes and beaches! There are more than 11,000 inland lakes in our great state, and you are never more than 6 miles from one of them. Here are the best beaches for summer fun in greater Kalamazoo and Battle Creek.