Need an account? Its content is produced independently of USA TODAY.Michelle Hornaday lives in Edmonds, Washington and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Washington State University and a Master of Education from Northern Arizona University. Pack a picnic lunch and a swimsuit and spend the day swimming or playing beach volleyball at one of several location on the southwest Michigan coast.At 5,300-acre Ludington State Park (michigandnr.com), visit scenic sand dunes and access beaches on Lake Michigan and Hamlin Lake. Two campgrounds at the north and south ends of the park are open to beach visitors planning an overnight stay.Heading south down the Michigan coast, stop to visit the beach at 142-acre Holland State Park (michigandnr.com) or 1952-acre Warren Dunes State Park near Bridgman. The sand here is soft and off-white, popularly known as... Candlewood Suites - Stevensville is located near the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan!

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Head to the Blockhouse Overlook to enjoy a view of the lake and dunes before venturing to the Lake Michigan beaches to swim. Lawrence, Michigan, United States

Choose from more than 1,000 properties, ideal house rentals for families, groups and couples. Or a myriad of restaurants and sweets shops — many proudly serving locally raised ingredients. Known for quaint beachtowns and miles of sandy beaches, the opportunities to enjoy the best of the Lake Michigan shoreline are endless.

Located 75 miles south, Warren Dunes State Park has three miles of shoreline open for swimming or setting out a picnic. Keep me signed in When you stay at The Hotel Saugatuck, you're only minutes away from the popular Oval Beach. Suitability Southwest Michigan Beach Hotels: Browse our selection of 148 hotels in Southwest Michigan, MI. Experts share tips, facts and more.

Bed & Breakfasts, Inns Please enter a valid email address Bask in the stunning lake views from the beach and work on your tan, or... Pier Cove Park is only two miles from Hop & Vine Inn and it's the perfect access point to the beach. New Buffalo, Michigan, United States 1.877.893.8931 Please check you have entered your email address correctly. Beaches in St. Joseph, Michigan.

Head to Michigan's southwest coast for white sandy beaches and endless recreational opportunities.