Family Friendly Beaches

Sandy beach with people and umbrellas next to green water, aerial view.
Traverse City Tourism

Summertime in Northern Michigan can't be beat, especially along the Lake Michigan shoreline. These beaches are pristine, expansive, near great places to eat and shop, plus feature playground equipment for the kids.

Sunset over the ocean with a distant lighthouse and grassy foreground.

Nearby Beaches

Two children building a sandcastle by the lake.

Sleeping Bear Dunes Beaches

Nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a beachgoer's delight. But don't forget your Park Pass and to bring along your amenities. Here are a couple of our closest favorites in the park: