Lake Michigan Beaches in Manistee County

Escape from your hectic schedule, and let our 25 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline soothe and calm you. Wiggle your toes in the warm golden sand, close your eyes, breathe deeply and listen to the waves. Our Lake Michigan beaches are considered some of the best in Michigan, and after you visit you will know why.

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Spring Sunset Schedule (March - May)

Plan your day around the beauty of a spring sunset.  Here is an overview of the sunset times for the upcoming spring season.  (Note: Times are approximate)

March 10th – 7:45pm
March 20th – 7:58pm
March 30th – 8:10pm


April 10th – 8:24pm
April 20th – 8:36pm
April 30th – 8:48pm


May 10th – 9:00pm
May 20th – 9:11pm
May 30th – 9:20pm


Summer Sunset Schedule (June - August)

Plan your day around the beauty of a summer Lake Michigan sunset.  Here is an overview of the sunset times for the upcoming summer season.  (Note: Times are approximate)

June 10th – 9:28pm
June 20th – 9:32pm
June 30th – 9:32pm


July 10th – 9:29pm
July 20th – 9:22pm
July 30th – 9:11pm


Aug 10th – 8:57pm
Aug 20th – 8:41pm
Aug 30th – 8:24pm


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Pet Friendly Beaches

Miles of Lake Michigan Shoreline

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EXPLORE OUR LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHES

Enjoy the amenities of Douglas Park and Fifth Avenue, or the quiet seclusion of the Pierport Beach... Lake Michigan beaches await your visit in Manistee County

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