by Visit Muskegon | Mar 1, 2022 | Attractions, Family Friendly, Local Advice, Notes from the Staff, Summer
Ready to get outdoors this summer? We’ve got you covered. We’re ready to help you plan and welcome you to Muskegon, Michigan! Let’s start by finding your adventure. Whether you are bringing the whole family, having a couple’s weekend away,...
by Visit Muskegon | Feb 24, 2022 | Attractions
Muskegon County offers yet more trails, shoreline, views and opportunity to enjoy our great outdoors! In December of 2021 Muskegon County, Nugent Sand Company, and Cherette Group announced the County’s purchase of property once owned by the Nugent Sand Company. This...
by Visit Muskegon | Feb 18, 2022 | Events, Family Friendly, Local Advice, St. Patrick's Day
March is around the corner and we love how Muskegon goes all Irish all month long! There are more varied events for all tastes and ages than you can shake a shillelagh at! “County Muskegon” is teeming with Irish and Celtic themed culture, activities, music and fun....
by Visit Muskegon | Feb 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Tucked inside Hidden Cove Park is the Vietnam War Memorial “Final Approach”. Rising above the park, surrounded by flags, benches and plaques is a UH-1D helicopter; a combat veteran of of the Vietnam War. Tail number 958, her slogan was “God’s Little Helper”. The...
by Visit Muskegon | Feb 11, 2022 | Local Advice, Winter
With so many frozen lakes, rivers and ponds, Muskegon County is a hot spot for ice and winter fishing. Muskegon County offers some of the finest freshwater fishing in the world. There are more than 27 miles of Lake Michigan waterfront, 57 inland lakes and 400 miles of...
by Visit Muskegon | Feb 3, 2022 | Events, Local Advice
February Celebrates African-American History. So Does Muskegon County! While the month of February may be the shortest month on our calendar, it is packed full of holidays, famous birthdays and commemorations. Among these celebrations is Black History Month, which...
by Visit Muskegon | Jan 24, 2022 | Notes from the Staff
Need a vacation? You will be happy to hear that there is a day designated for planning one! A day to make time to dream about and plan for your ideal getaway. Did you know American workers left an average of more than four days of paid time off on the table in 2021?...
by Visit Muskegon | Jan 21, 2022 | Local Advice, Winter
Ten Wintertime Activities to Try in Muskegon, Michigan This Great Lakes Beach-town has a reason for every season. Nestled between 26 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and three state parks, Muskegon Michigan is a visitor’s dream for winter-time fun and recreation. Here...
by Visit Muskegon | Jan 14, 2022 | Family Friendly, Winter
Pack your winter wear, favorite mittens and sled – and head for the beachtown with “a reason for every season” – Muskegon, Michigan. Photo Courtesy of Blair Celano: Follow on Instagram at @cleanopics Sleigh the snow covered dunes along our 26...
by Visit Muskegon | Jan 7, 2022 | Local Advice, Winter
Did you know Muskegon is the birthplace of the snowboard? Originally called the “Snurfer” it was invented in 1968 by Sherm Poppen and manufactured by Brunswick – both right here in Muskegon! On Christmas Day 1965, Sherm Poppen took his daughters to the...