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These Are The 10 Best Beaches In Michigan: USA TODAY

It's no secret Michigan is home to some of the best beaches in the nation. Here are USA Today's ten best:

There are so many beautiful beaches across Michigan that USA Today​​ decided to devote an entire top ten list just to Michigan.
There are so many beautiful beaches across Michigan that USA Today​​ decided to devote an entire top ten list just to Michigan. (Scott Anderson/Patch)

MICHIGAN — It's no secret Michigan is home to some of the best beaches in the nation.

There are so many beautiful beaches across Michigan that USA Today decided to devote an entire top ten list just to Michigan.

"With shoreline on four of the five Great Lakes, Michigan offers visitors hundreds of miles of family-friendly freshwater beaches, perfect for summer vacation. From spectacular sunsets to awe-inspiring dunes, there's a beach for every taste," USA Today wrote.

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Here are USA Today's ten best beaches in Michigan:

10. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Empire

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"A breathtaking location for nature exploration, camping is available here (in season). Visitors can hike through lush forests along the Heritage Trail, climb the dunes for panoramic views, or relax on the sandy shores while admiring the natural beauty of Michigan," USA Today wrote.

9. Grand Haven City Beach, Grand Haven

"Grand Haven charms visitors with its vibrant waterfront scene, lively boardwalk, and iconic lighthouse overlooking the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan," USA Today wrote.

8. Oval Beach, Saugatuck

"With its soft sandy shores, rolling dunes, and stunning views of Lake Michigan, Oval Beach is a truly serene escape for beach lovers seeking tranquility and natural beauty," USA Today wrote.

7. Silver Lake Sand Dunes Beach, Hart

"The beautiful and secluded beach is reason enough to visit, but the area is also popular for dune buggies and other off-road vehicles," USA Today wrote.

6. Hunter's Point Park, Copper Harbor

"Jutting out into Lake Superior in Copper Harbor, Hunter's Point Park features a rather unique red pebble beach. The surrounding 9.4-acre park is also excellent for hiking and biking in summer and skiing and snowshoeing in winter," USA Today wrote.

5. South Beach, South Haven

"South Beach, an ADA-accessible beach in South Haven, has everything you'd need for a day of fun in the sun: grills, a picnic area, playground, restrooms, and views of the red South Haven lighthouse," USA Today wrote.

4. Stearns Park Beach, Ludington

"Nature lovers adore Stearns Park Beach in Ludington, with its sandy shores, calm waves, and panoramic views of Lake Michigan. This beach offers accessible walkways and facilities, picnic tables, grills, concession stands, and a playground by the water," USA Today wrote.

3. Silver Beach County Park, St. Joseph

"Silver Beach County Park in St. Joseph invites visitors to participate in plenty of family-friendly fun with its sandy beaches, playgrounds, and scenic waterfront promenade overlooking the shores of Lake Michigan," USA Today wrote.

2. Pere Marquette Park, Muskegon

"With a scenic walking path, two historic lighthouses, volleyball courts, The Deck with live music, and adventure sports, it’s a Muskegon treasure for locals and visitors alike," USA Today wrote.

1. First Street Beach, Manistee

"First Street Beach in Manistee beckons with its wide, sandy expanse, mellow waves, and family-friendly atmosphere, making it a great destination for beachgoers of all ages," USA Today wrote.

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