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West Michigan day trips

Sometimes you just need to get away. But, you don't necessarily want the commitment—or the cost—of a full-blown escape. Here, we've collected some close by destinations where you can spend a few hours or an afternoon. Note that some of these spots are seasonal, so plan accordingly!

Ludington Michigan

If your perfect summer includes sunshine, small-town charm and lake views for days, Ludington Michigan is calling your name. And there's no better time to kick off the season than during Love Ludington Weekend, happening June 5–9, 2025. This festive weekend is packed with family-friendly events and unforgettable moments that make it the ultimate start to your Michigan summer.

Michigan Outdoors

Living in West Michigan, we have an abundance of places to go to soak up the great outdoors. In every season, travelers head to their favorite hot spots in the lakeshore quadfecta of Muskegon, Grand Haven, Holland and Saugatuck—or stick around Grand Rapids for all it has to offer. While we never tire of spotlighting the standbys, what else is there? Let's take a tour!

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