I honestly was not too excited until actually going on the tour. Very happy went with the in-laws and my wife. Learned a lot. This guy was very very talented. If you know anybody that’s into wood carving or carpentry work this is a hidden treasure for sure.

Shrine of the Pines is a very neat hand built cabin worth the visit! Seeing the craftsmanship that went into every detail of the house is very intriguing.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would recommend it. The staff was exceptionally friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. My creative brain was very inspired. My only feedback is to update the wares at the gift shop. I wanted to support the Shrine and was ready to make a purchase, but couldn't find anything interesting and specific to the site. I would have loved to have seen locally designed stickers with the "Rest" design for a water bottle or laptop, knick knacks and creations out of white pine, Christmas ornaments with the mantle design, etc. The site attracts many from outside Michigan and I am sure they would love to bring some Michigan home. I don't know if it would be possible, but could you host a food truck or an ice cream stand? Something to ask people to stay longer and spend more.

True story of a man's love for wood and his wife. Interesting.

My husband and I were in Big Rapids and were looking for things to do in the area. We drove less than 30 minutes to see the Shrine in the Pines, figuring a $5 per person admission wasn't too much of a gamble. We are so, so glad we went. We spent about an hour at the museum, but it's fantastic and we're taking friends and all of our kids back next week. It's an incredibly unique collection - something you wouldn't find anywhere else in the world. The only negative is that this isn't more widely known and easily accessible to larger cities. It's 100% worth the drive and the very inexpensive cost of a personal tour - which everyone gets. The history behind each piece is incredible. Any woodworker would absolutely love this museum. It's magnificent work and I had no idea that virgin pines grew so large - 7 feet in diameter! I can not recommend making the trip enough. There is a place to tip your tour guide and we didn't have cash on hand, but he definitely deserved a tip. :)

A big strike in the trees deep in the Forrest of Baldwin. Very wholly place

Great place to visit, beautful woodworking The building structure is amazing in it self, houseing so much more inside. Every piece of furniture is uniquely hand crafted ..A step back in time when people were totally self sufficient....A must stop when in Baldwin Michigan....

I've had better. This was my first time at the Blind Squirrel. It seems like a fun place to go and watch sports or hang out with friends. There is little to no privacy when it comes to seating, so if there are a lot of people in there, it's very loud. The service left something to be desired. I ordered the Jalapeño Burger well done. It was far from well done, but by the time we got our food, I decided to bite the bullet. The Cajun fries are delicious, but for the price, you don't get a lot of bang for your buck. They have a large menu, and it may be worth exploring. Just be prepared to spend $20 per person.

The food (steak) was quite good. The service was good. The atmosphere was a bit loud, but that may be because there was a competitive slapping celebration going on. The "special" as listed online was not honored and there was a 3% admin fee on the bill. The 3% fee is what gets me. If you need to change your prices, go for it. If you just want to sneak some extra money out of your customers, that's not cool. Won't go back and won't recommend the place as long as this policy is in place.

The food here is great, just be careful when ordering their mushroom burger, it is in fact not a burger but just a mushroom. Other than that this place is great, I would recommend out door seating, it gets crowded inside.

Very good for a bar food. Nice atmosphere. I was surprised there was a mini arcade. A lot bigger than it looked from when we 1st walked in. Server was fast and friendly

We have been to this place a number of times for just bar food. Tonite we ordered a pretty disappointing dinner. My Asian salmon was good but the vegetables and mashed potatoes …bleh. No seasonings no sour cream no pizazz no jazz nothing but bleh…salmon itself was good because of the Asian sauce.. Hubs ordered the Cuban…bleh…no sauce, no sparkle no seasonings just plain … bleh… used my Asian sauce to dip it in just butter on a Cuban that wasn’t even dressed like a Cuban…plain pork buttered bread and a dill pickle slice…we will stick to the wings. Atmosphere, bartender, drinks? On par. Dinner we should have got wings, fries and called it good. Live and learn hopefully just a one off night.

Went to The Blind Squirrel and honestly left disappointed. The food itself was fine, but I felt nickel and dimed for every little thing. Want sauce with your meal? That’s an extra charge. It’s frustrating when what should be standard is treated like a luxury. It made the whole experience feel more about squeezing dollars than providing value. On the plus side, our server was attentive and did a good job. Unfortunately, great service couldn’t make up for the pricing model and the overall feeling of being upcharged at every turn. Not sure I’ll be back

Took almost 2 hours to get our food. Well done burger was still mooing. Send it back, it came back microwaved with a soggy bun and hard as a rock fries. Ended up leaving and ordering a pizza. Thought maybe it was a bad night and we did end up trying it again and it was just as bad.

A smaller family friendly theme park with a nice water park inside. If you're looking for dozens of crazy coasters this isn't the place, but if you can get by with a couple, want a water park, or have younger children this is a great spot. We went in a nice day in the middle of the week shortly after opening. The line to get in took less than five minutes and we walked right on to the first few rides. By mid day it was a little busier, but certainly not crowded. Only waited in one line over fifteen minutes including water slides.

My kids had a blast here, the ticket prices are fair and there is tons to do here. They have a large variety of rides for all ages. They are even chubby-friendly as my hubby was able to ride everything with ease! The park is clean and well-maintained, and the staff was mostly friendly. Some staff had attitudes, but most were nice. The food prices are OUTRAGEOUS! The burger and fries were 16 bucks and it was a frozen over-salted patty. Was gross. That was the only downside. The drink cups are so worth it! Pays for itself. I will be back a million more times its well worth the money. Just pack a lunch!

Feelings of nostalgia as you see some classic rides mixed in with the new. We had a great time at both the water and amusement park. Affordable and perfectly sized for a day full of fun all ages can appreciate. Over 8 water slides to match all thrill levels! I would not purchase the food plan, it was a waste and did not include beverages. Honestly, if you eat breakfast before hand, you will only eat once around mid-day because you are captivated and having such a wonderful time. You truly only want a cold beverage or ice cream.

Had a lot of fun at the park! Shivering Timbers is such a fun ride! We spent two days at the park and overall had a great time! The good: -Park is clean, does need a little maintenance such as fence painting. -Shivering Timbers, Wolverine Wildcat, Sea Dragon, Logrun were all very fun! -Beer Garden was a nice spot to relax at both the water park and amusement park! -Lines are not super long! Except for Wild Mouse. (That one they need to figure out) -The train that takes you from one side of the park to the other! Super fun! -Season passes work here! Along with season drink pass! Huge win! The bad: -The water park smelled like poop. Legitimately spent most the day gagging because I kept getting smells of it. This was my biggest complaint of the entire park. -Could use a few new coasters. I know a lot of funding gets allocated toward Cedar Point, but this park is in desperate need of a few smoother coasters. -Food options! Not many great food options. We ended up spending $60 on a pizza there for all of us! Insane! Overall, I would rate the park 4/5! It's a great family park and love not having to wait 3 hours to go on a ride. Super fun two days were spent there!

We had a great day at the park! The mobile app for the park was a life saver! It told you how to get to the rides you wanted to ride. If you were looking for food, it guided to there. It was very convenient and great to use. Having upgraded to the drink plan was handy! Anytime you were thirsty, just stopped at any one or the drink stations and get your beverage of choice! Looking forward to going back real soon!

Went last week for the first time since I was a teen. The park was much bigger than I remembered, and the water park was AMAZING! My daughter absolutely loved it. Also, everything was super clean, and when my daughter and I got separated at one point, staff were quick to help out and had already located her. The only thing I HATED was having the tote my own raft up the stairs. The rafts were REALLY heavy and I didn't have any help. After the first time, I told my daughter we couldn't do any more rides that required lifting. Also, more shade while waiting in lines would be nice. Just the same, 5 stars. We had a blast!

it's a fun and great place for family fun!! be prepared, no cash. i found this out the hard way. and holy cow, i remember when tickets used to be $25 to get in, for both parks. now, it's $25 for parking, $60 entry fee (just to get in, riding rides or not) and an extra $69 for the Fast Lane passes. just giving people a heads up on things that i didn't know. ♡ also a recommendation: ADD "fast pass" rides to the water park too! side note: Thunderhawk was down, super disappointing!

There's a little bit of wonder when it comes to this park... Wonder to be found in the sand, in the lake, in the trails. But really this is just a beautiful portion of Michigan's natural identity. And more than once I've been drawn to its wooded paths or sandy hikes, or even just wanted to find a quieter spot on the beach to enjoy the ever changing views of the Great Lakes wondrous inland freshwater oceans from afternoon to sunset. This is a great place to find all that and more. With the inlet creating a smaller lake on the other side of the park, you can catch a gorgeous sunrise as well, and enjoy lots of local birds singing and waves lapping gently at soft sand beaches. Sometimes you can catch sight of a freighter going through the channel, or sailboats meandering around the lake as they tack back to their slip. And the best thing to wonder about? When you're going to come back next. Because this is a place that takes hold of you and beckons you to return.

Grew up coming to this park, as I get older the dunes grow hard to climb. Great place to spend the family. Not as crazy as Grand Haven and you might actually get beach time without being hit by a kid and their football. Come Make memories for you and your family like I did.

From the entrance to the exit this park had everything we could want. We got the beach and trails. Then the sunset. We witnessed the monarch butterfly migration and saw the northern lights all in one day. Don't miss the luge park and all of its activities. Winter, summer or fall this place does have it all.

This State Park has two campgrounds. The North is very wooded and has hills (dunes). There is access to Lake Michigan from this campground. It is also across the street from the Muskegon Spirts Complex. The complex has luge runs, zip lines and walking trails. Pretty nice. They also have a lighted trail for walking at night. We stayed in the Channel Campground which is located by the channel from Lake Michigan to Muskegon Lake. There is only a small beach on Muskegon Lake. The Lake Michigan beach you would have to drive to. Most of the campsites have paved pads for trailers. The rest rooms are good. There is access to several hiking trails which go up into the dunes. These are hiking not bike trails. Overall it has been a relaxing stay.

Beautiful state park went and did the zipline, the rock walls and the luge. Don't pass up the beach here it's one of a kind being quite a beautiful sandy open freshwater body of water.

Very nice, well maintained trails. Excellent maps for direction and distance. Not much cell service. Pretty easy hike to Lost Lake.

This is by far one of my favorite Michigan state parks. When the temps are hot on the beach the shaded campground offers a shady respite. The sunsets do not disappoint. This year the water spigots either didn’t work or were trickles of their former selves. It made collecting water for dishes and drinking a bit challenging. In the Fall you need to be careful because the bounty of acorns are constantly dropping and they hurt if you get beaned in the noggin. We have a vintage metal camper and it scared the poo out of me at night because they sounded like little explosions 😂 Ruth Ann’s is an adorable ice cream store that you can easily access from the campground on foot. One thing I noticed is that there are multiple arc/trailer sites with the fireplace on the right. If it’s not a pull through that makes it hard to position your camper so that the fire pit is on the same side as your door instead of behind your camper/ trailer

We loved it! Museum is full of WWII info and related stuff from the Silverside. The sub is still amazing after all these years. Everyone was friendly. Attractions inside are interesting with lots of real objects to see and explore.

For those into history, this is a must see. I toured the submarine , and it was amazing that we had that kind of technology back then in those tight cramped spaces. It's nothing like what you see in the movies. Nothing. If I lived in the area I would go back a few more times by myself.So I could read every little detail and tour the sub again.

We visited the Submarine Museum and ship in October 2025 for a Scouting America campout—and YES, we actually spent the night on the sub! Total bucket list experience. The Museum The museum is really well done and gives a great history of submarine warfare and this specific boat. There’s a short film in a small theater, several walk-through exhibits with artifacts, and a nice gift shop. It’s the perfect warm-up before going on the ship. The Submarine Most of the sub is still intact and you can explore the main areas. Just remember—it’s a real submarine, so the spaces are TIGHT. Very cool to picture 72 sailors living and working in those close quarters. Overnight Experience This was the highlight! We had pizza on the 2nd floor of the museum, then got a few hours to explore before loading onto the sub for the night. Scouts slept in the torpedo room and leaders stayed in the crew quarters. It felt surreal to sleep where the actual sailors once did. If you’re anywhere nearby, take the time to visit—and if you ever get the chance to do the overnight program, DO IT. It was an amazing experience and I’d go back in a heartbeat!

The museum has both indoor and outdoor sections. The outdoor part features a submarine that you can board and tour. The indoor museum displays exhibits on World War II history and the USS Silversides submarine. It has two floors, with most of the exhibits located on the first floor. There is also a theater. While the video may not be professionally made, it is helpful to see a recording of a typical tour guide inside the submarine. Both sections require paid admission. Overall, it is an informative museum and worth a visit.

An impressive museum! It’s self guided and fairly priced. There are a lot of things to read, some interactive exhibits including a periscope to look through and the submarine to tour, a well-stocked gift shop, and theater to watch a short film. They include world history spanning hundreds of years and Michigan and the Great Lakes ship building during wars. I would visit again.

Who can be the first to get this right: how many gauges are on the USS Silversides? Clocks count (a gauge of time); indicator lights do not. Just ballparking, maybe 300? Subs are highly complex - no wonder they required a large crew. I've toured many historic warships; I don't recall seeing one in better condition inside. Kudos to the preservers of this historic sub! There are a lot of interesting things to notice, like diesel engines that compress the fuel & air mixture from both sides! We enjoyed the museum too; it was like a WWII refresher course.

Excellent museum. The staff was very nice and accommodating. The museum is very well put together and organized to hold your attention. You can even explore the sub too!

This was my first time at Pere Marquette beach. It was absolutely lovely. I enjoyed the walks along the pier. The scenery was just beautiful! I came at a good time, as there was no paid parking after September 15th. The beach was clean the water was clear. I've been passed here on busy days and I don't think I would want to be here when it's busy but today there was very few people

I love this park. I drove all the way from Ohio just to see this beautiful beach and to see lake michigan. Such a beautiful site to see that words just can't be put into. I visited it most recently and it was really crowded but that's to be expected in summer. My last visit before this summer was when I lived in muskegon and I visited in late fall/winter and that was also wonderful. But just very cold. 🤣

Great beach. The water and sand was clean. They have bathrooms and changing areas. A small café with a small menu and ice cream. Outdoor shower to rinse the sand off. A large playground. A walking mat for easier walking to the beach, this is great if you have a wagon or in a wheelchair. At the end of the walking mat they have tables for family's that have someone in a wheelchair in their group. They even have an area with tools for bike repairs. The restaurant The Deck is also located on the beach. The Deck has great food, drinks and entertainment on certain nights. The only con is that they raised the parking fee to 10.00.

The beach was great beautiful. Parking enforcement is terrible. You can see by the pictures I posted that there was one meter out (there was also a second one out, not pictured) that had two parking enforcement patrols park adjacent to the meter that was out of order, both actively writing tickets for cars parked near the meters that were not working. What a terrible way to represent the city.

clean sand with rocks, pebbles, or shells unless you in the water even then it's clear. plenty of parking on both sides of the beach and way more usable beach then in prior years

Nice place, you can go up into the light house for $5. When its open for tours. All volunteers and the money goes to restoration of the 2 harbor lights. Very knowledgeable guides on site

Beautiful clean beach with a playground. Bathrooms were clean and the sunset was absolutely stunning. Highly recommend the lighthouse tour and a walk out to the brake light. Parking is $10 for the day, you can come and go.

On our way to Arcadia we made a stop at Pilgrims. It was definitely worth the trip. It is a tough course, but worth the play. Very nice course, with a lot of entertaining holes. Flew and landed on 18 from the #2 tees. That stuff always makes you want to come back to play again. I would definitely recommend playing here.

I could see why the stars are so high. The course is so beautiful that every hall exclaims. I went to about 20 golf courses nearby while traveling. This is definitely the number one place. In some places I've been to, balls often flew from the side hole. It can never happen here. This is because the gap between the hall and the hall was far and there were many trees. If you visit Dashiji Station, I will definitely go back.

Absolutely perfect from tee to green. The course was in immaculate condition — fairways like carpet and greens rolled fast. The staff was friendly, professional, and made the whole experience smooth from start to finish. This is a must-play track for any golfer in the area. It sets the standard for what a great golf day should be. Can not wait to come back!

Spectacular place! Not going to lie...going into our trip full of "Top 100" courses, this was kind of the wildcard or "throw away" course of the group. Let me just tell you that for me, it was probably #2 in my book. Only behind the Bluffs at Arcadia. What a spectacular layout. Now don't expect a fancy country club experience, because that's not what this is. This place is as quiet, out of the way, unassuming, low-key as it gets. But the golf is just WOW. So glad we came out.

Great golf course. Excellent staff was helpful and courteous. Course was in excellent condition. Peyton frequently drove by with refreshments. I hope I can golf here again in the future.

From the time we left the car to the time we left it was a first class operation and course. Staff was attentive and friendly and the overall course was pristine. Instantly one of my favorite courses.

I first played Pilgrim's Run in 2024. Following that experience I made it a goal to return to Michigan each year and play it again. I played last month and it was just as wonderful as my initial experience. The staff is friendly, accommodating and efficient. The course was in excellent shape. The holes are unique and challenging, yet fun. It does not feel monotonous, and the variance of each hole and green keeps one engaged throughout the round. If you are in the area, I highly recommend going

The kids never tire of the fountain light show, with fresh music and a crowd full of pure joy to enjoy it with, this a must see if you're in the area in the summer. It's a wonderful time, no matter your age.

The fountain and audio in on a big hill on the other side of the river. I saw it years ago, it was street level in a park like setting with people watching from all sides. I wasn't a fan of the Christmas Music in July on the eve of the Coastguard Festival. Sorry, maybe just disappointed because it wasn't like my childhood memory. Still it was nice, especially for a free event.

My kids love the Musical Fountain! It’s like a quaint small town version of a Las Vegas fountain show. I believe it is programmed by local volunteers. We loved the Taylor Swift show, among others.

My mom said we were going to see the ‘singing fountain.’ I imagined beauty. Elegance. Maybe even magic. Instead, I got hit by more water than Niagara Falls. The wind changed direction mid‑song and suddenly I was drenched head to toe like I’d been baptized against my will. My shoes squished for hours. My phone almost drowned. The fountain doesn’t sing; it screams as it soaks innocent bystanders. Meanwhile, my mom is clapping like it’s Broadway while I’m just praying for towels. Three star — unless you’re into accidental waterboarding disguised as family entertainment

What a Concert last night by Gary Sinise & his Lt. Dan Band. Culminated by a spectacular light show & Fireworks. Oh what a night to Remember!

It's a park across from dancing fountains. They have cement seating or you can bring camping chairs.

We have gone twice and have enjoyed each time!! Thank you for the wonderful performances that you put on each time!!!!

It's a beautiful place, one of my favorites on the East shore of Lake Michigan. It's highly recommended in the summertime when the weather is nice and you can enjoy the beaches and parks in the area.

Google 'West Michigan' and it wouldn't surprise me if this appeared. Very busy in the summer and very cold in the winter. An iconic place to visit and a beautiful beach.

Long concrete pier (probably almost 1/4 mile) on Grand Haven Beach with a lighthouse and another building structure at the end. Day I was there it was super windy and had large waves that made the Pier slick. Beautiful and popular at sunset ! Day I was there it was free to enter. A must-see in Grand Haven !

A great spot to catch a sunset or even a sunrise, its free too. Take it all in

Such a cool place to visit, definitely enjoyed our little stroll here. The views are super awesome too. It can get windy at times, so plan accordingly. Beware that it does require additional caution to walk here, especially because there are no barriers or fences between the walking area and the water (couldn't emphasize that enough). Other than that, absolutely recommend! Definitely hope to visit again in the future.

Nice walk. Lots of people fishing along. Watch your steps. Can be windy.

If you park at the state park you'll have to walk across campground and beach to access. Super busy beach very clean and safe, beautiful area.

The sites were spectacular and their accommodations were great. Lake Michigan was wonderful and the lighthouse was so special. The paths that they laid down on the sand made it easy to get near the water without sinking in the sand. I have never seen the material that was used, but even more "mature" people could walk easily on the paths.

Love this state park, so cool being able to camp right on the beach and the water! The spots are very tight though so keep that in mind, it took me a couple tries to get in the spot and I usually never have a problem with backing up my camper. I could barely fit my camper and truck in my spot, but once you get over how tight it is, it is a beautiful place. I will say be careful getting a site next to the bathrooms by the river, they do not turn off the outside lights and they are super bright at night, no problem for us in a camper we could just close the blinds but a tent would be rough.

Our first RV night experience in Michigan was amazing at this park right on the beach and a canal. We loved the biking and the walks along the canal, as well as the experiences in town, including the nightly water feature with great music and ice cream!😍

Thanks to the state for providing such a nice public beach with easy access for everyone. The beach is spacious with fine sand, and the restrooms and shelters are well maintained. Lots of parking spots, grills and picnic tables for BBQ, and volleyball nets.

We stayed directly across from the entrance to the park so we had easy access. It's beautiful, well -maintained and supervised. Promptly at 10 the parking lot was cleared of revving motors and people. There is a well-stocked gift shop with fun stuff and things you may have forgotten.

I made a 3 hour drive to this park simply to take pictures of the lighthouse at sunset. The park closes promptly at 10, they used a bullhorn to announce the park closing and cars need to be out by 10. Well, the lights on the pier didnt turn on until 9:30 and its a 10 minute walk to the parking lot. If you're there to take pictures, either enjoy the 20 minute window or park outside of the state park parking lot literally anywhere else so you have more time to stay. Besides the narrow photo window, the lighthouse was gorgeous and offered a very nice walk up and down the pier. There are SOO many people there during the day, and even into sunset its very crowded. The window of very little people happens at 9:55 right before having to run back to the parking lot lol

Needed a roadtrip and some time to decompress from the evils of the world. Decided to head up to Grand Haven and take a nice long walk at their State Park. Ended up witnessing amazing views, friendly people and an amazing new to me tan. “I’ll be back” 😎

The trip is definitely geared towards kids, we were mostly ignored by the staff. We sat in a booth that is supposed to fit four, there is NO WAY four adults could fit. Fortunately, the other two seats weren't sold. The staff were energetic and into the play, focusing on the kids. All in all it was okay, just not something we would do again. However, for kids it is amazing!

Where do I start. We bought tickets for our grandkids and family to ride the Pumpkin Train. Many kiddos and a few parents showed up in their Halloween costumes. The kids were so excited about the trip! Even though the lines were long to board the train, we did not have to wait long. We boarded quickly. Every person who worked on the train were so very nice! They are all volunteers, including the train engineers. Their passion for the work they do is very obvious. All of the kids in our car were treated to songs and funny skits by The Pumpkin, Boxcar Betsy and very talented Scarecrow!! These young ladies, who had great costumes, had everyone clapping along to their music and laughing at their shenanigans! All the kids in our car were highly entertained. We even enjoyed it too! It felt great to laugh like kids again! I highly recommend this train adventure. Heads up: There is a Santa train ride that starts in November and runs in December as well and yes, Santa is on this train! I've been told kids show up in their pj's just like the magical story we all love.

If you love a fun western themed adventure in a train, you will love it! The actors and hosts were all very nice and interacted with us regularly. The conductor answered our questions about the train and tracks. The bandits stole our goods. It was a rootin' tootin' fun time!

Coopersville and Marne Railway provides enjoyable rides for the family using vintage rail equipment. The rides are about an hour and a half and include on board live entertainment with singing and story telling. The bunny ride is geared towards children and the Wild West train robbery we were told would be ok to bring kids. Pumpkin train offers choice of pumpkins in the field and Christmas train probably the most popular. Opportunity for photos with the cast after the ride. Some wheelchair accessible options. They ask you to arrive 30 minutes before departure and boarding started about 15 minutes before departure. Very well done family adventure.

I am giving 5 stars because this is all volunteer. It’s great we did the wine and ale train. It was very nice atmosphere. It could be better if they had a cash bar. They provide 2 drinks each person - you get one drink each way. They are small bottles of individual wine. You could see that the general feeling was can we get a drink. Even if you could buy water during the trip. But over all a nice vintage train that has been restored very nice.

We had the BEST time on the pumpkin train today! Took my 4 year old for his birthday and his 5 year old brother. Well worth the 1.5 hour drive from home. The amount of time spent on the train was perfect for two little kids. The show they put on was funny and entertaining. All of the volunteers running the train were delightful to talk to. I think this is a new family tradition for us!

The trains were well maintained by the crew of volunteers and train enthusiasts that dedicate hundreds of hours to make this ride possible. The Christmas ride was geared towards children but the Santa was able to pull a smile from an introvert when he put me on the naughty list! The treats and beverages were delicious. Thank you again to the crew of volunteers that make this unique experience possible for us all to enjoy right here in West Michigan.

Can't share any photos as the wedding was only yesterday. It's a very beautiful venue for an upscale countrychic style wedding. I thought it was very well done, even given an unfortunate chilly afternoon. Food and staff delightful. Modern Quaint. The Bride and Groom were both beautiful and so happy. I saw a wedding coordinator that was top notch as well as a photographer that did not miss a blink!! Lovely place lovely 😍 Only downside, while there is ample parking and probably considerations for the elderly//disabled in the main building, this consideration was overlooked in the wedding venue. While pleasant. The bathrooms were up a set of 5 steps. Hardly accessible. The nearest accessible facility was far into the main building. Hardly appropriate for wedding guests and disabilities , and the two 93 year olds with Walkers Why isn't there handicap parking back there??? At least closer?

The customer service was polite and very helpful. Unfortunately, the business just wasn't what we thought it was. It gives the appearance of being a collection of small businesses however, it seems that is not the case. The employee did explain that it once had been but, now it's main business is a restaurant. We may return to try this sometime.

Amazing coffee shop with some very delicious donuts and bagels I had the blueberry banana smoothie it was delicious as well. very cool modern yet classic atmosphere with comfortable seating. A perfect place to hang out and enjoy your coffee. Being an apple farm, they also have a great assortment of apples and ciders that you can purchase to go.

Super fun stop a bit farther out, but worth the drive. Their selection of ciders is extensive and is sure to please everyone in the group. Set in a clean section of farmland, you can see why someone would want to have their wedding here. It’s very clean and upkept, with nice fireplace seating on the outdoor patio. The market had a small selection of different goods alongside cider and donuts. The cider donuts had a great flavor, but seemed just a tad dry. Overall we really enjoyed our time here and we plan on returning!

After a short visit 2 years ago I immediately knew Frugthaven would be the location for my first business retreat. The service and attention to detail were incredible. My team and all attendees loved the experience and the Farm. So much so, that I'll be hosting my second business retreat for 50 guests at Frugthaven Farm soon and we can't wait!

Was passing through town google mapped gluten free bakery near me because my girlfriend is gluten intolerant and it’s always fun to find gluten-free sweets for her, the bakery had just that. they offered four different kinds of cupcakes which We enjoyed Sharing for breakfast and chased it down with A couple cups of fresh chai coffee. (they also had cookies and cakes) we walked around a bit tried a few ciders over at the bar and enjoyed the market with some relaxing quality time together. Thank you Frugthaven Family for a wonderful time…….. if you like follow me in my travels on Instagram at mylifemyterms55.

Visited property for a 2 day retreat held here and found Frughhaven farm to be a beautiful venue with lovingly maintained spaces. So much care and attention to detail has been poured into this property. The staff was friendly and the icing on the cake was delicious coffee and donuts. Can't wait to return to this stunning property.

Holland State Park is a decent spot if you’re looking for a quick beach outing. The view of the iconic Big Red lighthouse and the sunset over Lake Michigan are definitely worth seeing. However, the park gets very crowded, especially on weekends, making parking and finding a quiet spot on the beach difficult. Facilities like restrooms and concessions could be maintained better, and sometimes the cleanliness of the beach is hit-or-miss. Overall, it’s nice for a visit, but not the most relaxing experience if you’re hoping for peace and space.

The bathrooms and showers were filthy. The bathrooms stunk and they were not kept up. We were here in 2024 and thought they were great, but no longer. The plastic shower benches that were gray in color were almost black as they weren’t washed all season. I don’t know what was smeared on wall. Green mold, lots of spiders and webs. They were really gross. Come on folks, you can do better.

Website is deceptive. On the official website it says that it has a dog beach, and that it is pet friendly. When I arrived, however I found out that their signs all the way across the beach saying no animals and their so-called “dog beach.” is nothing more than a spot with sand with no apparent water involved. They do have a bathroom with flushing toilets that is right by the beach, which is nice however, it has these stalls that have benches that would seem to be a changing type area only there’s no curtains or doors or anything on them for any sort of privacy. In the same building as the bathrooms they do have a little gift shop place that offers some limited food and drink options. I got the soft serve chocolate ice cream, single scoop and let me tell you they don’t give you very much for what they charge for it. One thing that was nice though is that they do have I think there was two spots with those beach sand walk runners that make it much easier to get further down on the beach. I used Google maps to direct me to the beach and instead it directed me to the campground parking. I found that if I didn’t turn into the campground parking, I just kept driving eventually I did get to the beach.

This was our first visit to Holland State Park, and we couldn’t have asked for better weather. We stayed at the beach campground, where the campsites were generously sized and the utility hookups were well-maintained and easy to access. The bathhouse was impressively clean, well-lit, and conveniently located. One of the highlights was the stunning night sky — with the campground set away from the city lights of Holland, the darkness allows for incredible stargazing. We enjoyed breathtaking views of stars and planets that made the evenings truly memorable. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and we’re already looking forward to our next stay.

We booked a cabin for 2 nights at Holland state park. It was clean and quiet. The cabin was heated and had a nice view of the lake. The camp grounds were beautiful, altho the water was winterized since we got there in late fall we had a great time hiking the sand dunes and hills. We enjoyed our quiet nights swapping stories and cooking meals over our fire. This definitely is a great spot.

Why google has this as a hotel, First off this is a campground! Nice campground, very clean well maintained. We came up for wedding only got to stay a couple nights. We got sites next to friends had a great time. Only issue i had was tight in some areas for large fifth wheel good thing it wasn't full..lol we'd stay here again you're in walking distance from lake michigan.

Since it was Labor Day, the park was very crowded to say thw least. But the beach is great overlooking the Lake Michigan. Crystal clear water is enchanting to just sit and watch. One can take nice walk on the pier that extends well into the water. Lots of boat activities were taking place. Excellent location to spend the day!

It’s good especially for kids with loads of interactive stuff for them to do within the park and plenty of animals for them to see. As others have suggested I would also recommend taking the funicular on the right hand side as you enter and going to the highest point of the zoo and working your way back down. Entrance fee was good value and I even got an over 62 discount! We also ate within the park as we spent most of the day there. The experience loses a star as a lot of the animals looked to be quite sad and bored, I appreciate the work of the zoo for the animals but some of the pens are not all that big and clearly not enough to keep them occupied in their surroundings.

Went for the Zoo Boo event. "Immerse yourself in otherworldly entertainment like magicians, fire performers, jugglers, villains and more! A wickedly fun family tradition. Thirteen twisted treat stations will be scattered throughout the zoo featuring a variety of Halloween treats." This was our first time there, and we really enjoyed it. The zoo had great Halloween decorations throughout and the candy stations were very generous. Most of the animals were napping. There was something to see between each exhibit which is nice. It's is however a lot of uphill walking, feel the burn, so if you went with a limited mobility walking, rent a scooter. We were there for three hours and still didn't see all the animals. There's a small playground outside of the zoo and one in the zoo, which was good for the kids, if they didn't get all that energy from doing all that walking. Would definitely recommend. It's a 2.5 hour drive, but it's worth it.

Every time I come back for a visit there is something new to look at and enjoy. Over the last twelve years john ball zoo has continued to expand and improve many exhibits. Its wonderful to see! My children have grown up coming to this zoo and always leave with excitement to come back again. Throughout the year there is an abundance of things to enjoy from festivals to events to just a regular day at the zoo. Check out the zoos web page to get plugged in to all the excitement they have to offer.

I absolutely love John Ball Zoo!! 💞 I've gone here since I can remember and now as a tradition every year when my daughter and granddaughter come home from Florida, both of my daughters, my granddaughter, both of my grandsons and I always make sure to go!! It's an amazing tradition and Zoo!! Thank you John Ball for the priceless memories made here!! I would 💯 % recommend!! ❤️🦘🦓🦒🦛🦔🦍🐐🦎🐸🐅🐃🐒🦏❤️

there are some really cool exhibits that you don't see in many other zoos around. the hippos were very cool, the penguins had a cool spot, and a lot of the animals had enclosures that you could see them without a huge sheet of glass like a lot if zoos. very cool zoo with some very cool viewing areas

Came to volunteer at Zoo Goes Boo and had the opportunity to walk around and see some of the animals. I loved the owls and red pandas! I can't wait until the new baby pygmy hippo (Hugo!) is out, but I did get to see papa Jahari swimming around the pool. I had a great time volunteering and walking around the zoo, can't wait to come back!

Really cool zoo, went kinda late in the season tho, so there were a few animals that weren't out. Did get to catch a glimpse of Hugo tho, so that was really cool. Will definitely have to go back earlier in the year next year.

This is a great museum, looking back at history through the lens of today sheds new light on quite a bit of the history presented here. You come away with a new found respect for president Ford, but at the same time you realize who the notorious players were in that same era. Worth a visit and it is a beautiful museum that is extremely well maintained.

Gerald Ford was President for only 895 days (2.45 years), so I didn't expect his Presidential museum to be as nearly as impressive as it is. First of all, it's located in a beautiful area of downtown Grand Rapids right off the Grand River. The building architecture and grounds are beautiful and well kept. The museum is well laid out with thousands of artifacts well displayed. It also contains a mockup of President Ford's Oval Office, as well as his Cabinet Room. This visit opened my eyes on what challenging times the Ford Administration had to operate in and all he had to deal with as leader of the free world.

This was our first presidential museum that we have ever visited and we were pleasantly surprised by how much we'd enjoyed it. Highly recommended if you're in the area to spend the time to tour this museum and learn a little bit about American history.

I traveled to Grand Rapids for the specific purpose of visiting the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum. The Museum is located on the banks of the Grand River in Downtown Grand Rapids. The parking lot adjacent to the museum is free for Museum Visitors. As visitors approach the museum you are greeted by a very nice statue of First Lady Betty Ford. There is also a statue of President Ford at the entrance to the Museum. Once I purchased my ticket for the self-guided tour, I made my way up to the exhibit area which documents the life of the man who served as both Vice President and President and was never elected to either office. The first exhibits that I encounter documents the early life of President From his birth in Omaha, Nebraska to his football day at the University of Michigan. Moving though the museum I found the exhibits on his long career as a member of the United States House of Representatives. A part of the House Exhibit that I found particularly interesting was President Ford’s service as a Member of the Warren Commission that investigated the Assassination of President John Kennedy. The museum deals extensively and quite accurately with the corruption of the Nixon-Agnew Administration. After completing my tour of the museum, I made the short walk along the paved path to the crypt where both President and Mrs. Ford are resting. The walk from the Museum to the Gravesite affords visitors a very nice view of downtown Grand Rapids. During my 2025 visit to the Ford Museum was open Monday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sundays from Noon until 5 p.m. It has a very reasonable admission price of $13. Seniors’ admission is $11. All total I spent a little less than 4 hours at the museum. This is a very well-done museum and I would highly recommend visiting if you are in the Grand Rapids Area.

We only had a short time to spend here, maybe a couple hours, but it was enough. As opposed to all other presidential libraries, it was separate from the museum. This wasn’t made clear on the website(s). One was open on Saturday and the other was not. And there was a 2-hr drive separating them. Interesting museum, but not spectacular, compared to others we have visited.

Very nice place. For the roughly 2.5 years of presidential service, this is a very nice honor. The ability to bring the country together was his amazing character.

Aside from the red winged blackbird that attacked me on the sidewalk at departure, or the sheer volume of dog poop scattered across the grass between the president's grave and the river, I found this museum to be both illuminating and humbling. Having just read "Write It When I'm Gone," my impression of Ford was a four letter misfire: dull. I had the impression, based on his much later years, that President Ford lacked insight on his own life and experience, that his view of the world and the nation was incredibly superficial. And maybe it was, near the end, but this museum took me through a different--albeit understandably biased--point of view, letting me see Ford as a regular boy, a regular man, going through regular things, and yet excelling and serving for the benefit of other regular people, like himself. I've now been to 25 presidential graves and countless homes/museums/libraries, which means that a lot of them start to feel, for me, rehearsed and predictable. But in Ford's museum, I got a little choked up at my own arrogance, admitting, necessarily, that Ford wasn't dull at all. He was a hard-working man who fell into the presidency, never really wanting to be more than a legislator, a representative of the people for which the presidency offered him a new platform to serve. The only question that I never got answered, a question that someone might be able to answer here, is why Ford settled in California during his post-presidency, nudged between Nixon and Reagan, when he clearly loved his Michigan home.

The exhibits at the GR Public Museum seem to change fairly frequently, but there are a wide assortment of topics covered. Sharks made one of the main exhibits during my last visit, and the full scale models of some species were impressive. If you’re interested in the history of Grand Rapids there is plenty of information on that, and the scale model of the streets of a century ago is pretty cool. This museum can probably be comfortably explored in a couple of hours, but there’s a lot for kids to explore and enjoy here. It’s definitely a good option for families, but there’s probably a little something for everyone here.

Absolutely fabulous museum. Great variety of knowledge shared and lots of Michigan specific information. Sharks exhibit is really well done. I learned a lot. Three stories of fascinating artifacts displayed in a memorable and meaningful way. It's not a children museum but set up to be visually and physically engaging. Several child play areas. My favorite was the Grand Rapids main street. The best. Also enjoyed the old school way they exhibited flora, fauna, animals and habitats of Michigan. Wished I'd had family, especially my grandchildren with me. They would have loved this. I spend 2 hours, but probably needed 3. I'm a reader. Nice gift shop too.

Always a favorite with my family! We went this past Saturday and were pleasantly surprised with all the booths in the main lobby. My son had a blast doing the science activities at the booths as well as the scavenger hunt through out the museum! We initially went to see the Shark exhibit but we always end up going through the whole museum. It was worth it, my son loves sharks so it was so cool to see his face light up when we got to the exhibit and seen all the sharks waiting to be looked at and explored! Thank you for such a fun family day!

We saw the David Hockney exhibit and it was fabulous. Really well done and so colorful. We found convenient on-street parking near the entrance and a cute coffee house across the street. We enjoyed our visit.

The Grand Rapids Public Museum is a fantastic place to spend an afternoon! It offers a wide variety of exhibits covering everything from the history of Grand Rapids to science, culture, and ecology. One of the standout features is the Old Grand Rapids exhibit — it's a recreated steet from old Grand Rapids, and easily one of the highlights of the museum. What really sets this museum apart is the level of interactivity. Many of the exhibits are hands-on, making it a great spot for kids and adults alike to engage and explore. Whether you're a local or just visiting, this museum is definitely worth checking out.

Such a fun museum! Lots to look at and do. It was $14 a person and definitely worth the price. I would recommend pre purchasing your tickets

There are lots of cool exhibits and a planetarium inside. I think my favorite part today is the Streets of Old Grand Rapids exhibit, with reproductions of typical businesses, complete with a volunteer typesetter and printer in the print shop, who gave great demos. They welcome reciprocal membership visitors, so check your museum memberships against their list!

Nice place, love all the little buildings. The demonstration. The staff are all super friendly and very nice. Lots of stuff to buy in the gift shop. There are plenty of ducks in the river. A petting zoo, and you can even purchase a bunny or two. They have amusement park rides for the kids. It is a nice place to check out and get a glimpse of how a Dutch village looks.

A fun & educational place to visit with family. They have great demonstrations of how cheese was made in the Netherlands, how wooden shoes were made. There were Dutch dances with the organ playing. The vintage ride were fun for kids of all ages. The overall atmosphere felt very calm, yet fun & different, like visiting a tiny town in Europe. Overall recommend for everyone to visit.

Very cool, odd, fun and enjoyable couple of hours. I was nervous about taking two young teens due to reviews but they had a blast. Many things for them to enjoy as older children. Being dog friendly was a nice bonus. We only waited for one ride.

Fun place for kids + parents. I felt that the price was good for everything we did. Admission covers all of the rides/activities. Ideal for ages 3-8, I would say. Staff are very friendly and wear cultural clothing (even clogs). Recommend if you are in the area !

Such a fun place for the kids! The petting farm was a favorite, and the rides kept them smiling all day. Definitely worth it—especially if you grab tickets ahead of time!

20250708 A very dogfriendly small property jam-packed with so much to do for all ages. This theme park is great for small children with playground, petting zoo, and rides as well as ice cream. Things to do for teenagers and adults such as rides, entertainment and shopping. I did everything except for games, rides and food related because it's not dogfriendly. The gift shop is very large will so many things to buy. It's shopping in Holland without flying to Holland. 🛩😁 I got a little red wooden tulip on a stand for my coworker who covers for me when I'm on vacation, which is quite often. I didn't buy anything else because I didn't really fly to Holland, missing the real meaning and experience of being in Holland.

From the road, this little village didn't look like much, but it was such a fun family experience. One admission price per person covers all of the activities. The village is set up like a tiny Dutch town and has educational demonstrations like dancing, a Dutch organ, pottery, shoe carving, and a cheese shop. There are also several activities to keep kids engaged and busy. There is a ferris wheel, petting zoo, tractors, playgrounds, petal cars, and interactive activities. It's easy to spend a few hours hours here and definitely worth the admission price. Be sure to stop by the shops for souvenirs from Holland, including the popular wooden shoe!

This place is so cool, so well maintained! $16 per adult. The windmill is very neat to explore. Each staff member was very kind and welcoming. The lawn care is spectacular and the flowers are stunning. We came mid July, and no tulips were still in bloom, which is a bummer but I would highly recommend the visit!

This is a great garden park downtown. I can only imagine the chaos when tulips are in bloom. You can walk up inside the windmill and explore, they have a couple history buffs inside. Apparently it even runs from time to time. There is a small village and gifts shop on the grounds. Its worth the stop. 13bucks a head. Pets allowed.

I had a really great time here and lots of walking, so wear good gym shoes. The windmill is really beautiful and I walked all the way to the top. Beautiful flowers and trees and a small bridge over water to walk over. Pleasant and really peaceful looking at the artwork. No wait to get in because it's September and the tulips are done blooming. Cute gift shop with free cheese samples. Apparently people also get married here which would be a beautiful wedding. This is a kid friendly place and they have a carousel and small park area. Very clean. I would like to visit again when the tulips are blooming.

Enjoyable experience, I wouldn’t rave about it but to be fair we visited towards the end of September so not the best time of year to see flowers in bloom. Highlight for our visit would be the windmill and climbing to the top. There is a good shop selling lots of nice souvenirs at fair prices. There is a mechanical organ that plays at a quarter past and quarter to the hour. And there is a carousel and little play park to keep kids entertained although the former didn’t appear to be open when we visited as the gardens were very quiet and there were no children there. Also check out the flower beds to see the Monarch butterflies.

It was a nice place to visit. Lots of walking, it was neat to be able to climb up to the top of the windmill, sit in the large wooden shoe, the gift shop was awesome, and loved the buildings. It's definitely worth a visit. It was fascinating to see the staff going up and down the stairs wearing their woodenshoes. And a demo of the organ playing.

Beautiful and peaceful spot in Holland, MI! Entry is only $5 with free parking. There’s a large Dutch-style windmill, open green fields to relax on, and small shops with Dutch snacks and souvenirs. Great for a short stroll or quiet afternoon — free admission if you have an AHS Garden Network membership.

Beautiful location that houses an authentic old dutch windmill from the 1800s amidst a beautiful and well kept garden. We learned a lot about the rich dutch history and heritage of Holland as well as the inner workings of a windmill. Ticket was $13 per person. There is ample parking on site. Prepare to walk if you are here. We actually walked from downtown to the windmill and it was very doable.

Absolutely beautiful. We are here for the autumn night on Tuesday, but have spent the day here too. We took the tram into the sculpture park area, not worth the price you pay for 1/2 hr ride when you can't see most of the sculptures! If you are here to see these amazing sculptures then skip the expensive tram ride. Plan on spending the day here, there is so much to see. If we lived in the area we would definitely get a membership. Looking forward to this evening. Music, lights and more. I'll add more pics later if I can. We were blessed with a beautiful fall day and evening. Beautiful evening, perfect weather.

We have been to several different gardens in different states and this place is in the top 3. It was very easy to get too. Had no problems with traffic getting to this location. The parking lot was easy to enter and plenty of spots near the main entrance. They have a kiosk or front desk to buy tickets. No line at either. We only pay for the tickets not parking or maybe the parking is included in the ticket price but I feel it was a great price. This place is extremely large and there is lots of ground to cover. You could easily spend the whole day here. They have a gift shop inside. They have a very large amount of unique sculptures. The gardens are absolutely beautiful and very well maintained. I cant say enough good things about this place. You have to see it for yourself. Highly recommend!

Spectacular! Stunning collection of sculptures! Incredible gallery space! Be sure and see the documentary film before you tour the garden. Great place for anyone!! So beautiful and the staff are the friendliest and best!! We were fortunate to see some wonderful special exhibits! Loved our lunch in the dining room! Great gift shop! So thrilled we got to see this amazing property! Thanks to David for a very informative tram ride around the property!

Recently I visited the Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids. It's truly a fascinating place. It has numerous indoor and outdoor gardens, including a children's garden, as well as a sculpture park. The highlight to me was the Japanese garden. It is absolutely lovely. There is also a cafe and a gift shop. The park requires a lot of walking but they do provide both a tram and a shuttle for those who can't handle all the walking. This is definitely a don't miss Park.

A well-maintained incredibly beautiful and relaxing 158-acre botanical garden, art museum, and outdoor sculpture park with walking trails throughout. Visiting is an adventure, similar to going to Disneyland, except more relaxing because you are surrounded my nature. There is also plenty of parking and you can easily spend a few hours exploring. Be sure also to see the gift shop before leaving.

Our family has loved coming to Meijer Gardens for over a decade now. Every season brings new displays and views all around the grounds. We have brought friends and family here from all around the country and it’s always a crowd pleaser. A must-see in the Grand Rapids area. Great for all ages in all seasons.

These gardens absolutely deserve a 5 star rating. Incredibly friendly and knowledgeable docents are located throughout the area. Great displays, sculptures and tours offered. The grounds are immaculate! We thoroughly enjoyed and will return!!

We were incredibly lucky to have Frosty as our guide our kids kept yelling "THIS IS THE BEST DAY EVER & THIS IS SO MUCH FUN" our toddler kept crying any time he stopped that's how fun it was. It was great and so nice to hear about the dunes. Recommend to anyone and everyone! They were also very understanding and accommodating when we got the time zone mixed up since we were staying in IN. They were great.

What an absolute blast! Staff is extremely friendly and fun! I had no idea what to expect and they made this adventure so fun and thrilling. I am a local and I highly recommend this excursion to both other locals and vacations. You definitely would be missing out on your west Michigan experience if you didn’t participate. Thank you for the fun memories 👏

Frosty is the best!!!! Myself, My 17, 13 and 9 year old LOVED this ride! We felt bad for the other riders because they didn't have Frosty! When we passed them their tour looked so boring! We really lucked out with a fun, energetic tour guide. Ride was about 40 minutes from what I can remember. You do get called to get on the ride ahead of time so be prepared to show up a little early and get checked in. They have a souvenir shop to look at before or after with a few refreshments for purchase. Book ahead of time online and keep checking the day before and morning of if you still need an opening. People were being turned away that came up looking to purchase. They sell out quick! Even on a weekday! Don't 2nd guess- Do the ride! You wont regret it! Have Fun!

Wow! What an amazing experience! This was the highlight of our trip to this area! It was worth every penny! The guide was phenomenal, and the ride was so fun and exhilarating. We also learned so much on this adventure!!! We highly recommend!

Be prepared to wait if you have a large party of people, but it's definitely worth it. The place has a good sense of humor, especially our driver, Paul, who was hilarious and made it ten times better. It's basically an educational roller coaster ride. You'll be on the ride for about an hour. It was a wonderful day to be out seeing the dunes and the wildlife. The deer are unafraid of getting close to the vehicle.

Totally worth the money. We all loved it - from kids (4-7) to grandparents (65+). The whole week was sold out, but I got 8 tickets at 7am the day before. We did a 9:40am ride in August 2025. Recently we've had highs of 90+ deg. The morning ride was very comfortable and the sand was still cool. The ride was super smooth - even sitting in the back row it was not jarring at all. We really appreciated our driver who was the perfect blend of history & entertainment.

The dune rides were beyond expectations! Booking was easy and they were very flexible when we needed to switch time slots. The staff was friendly and accommodating and I love that this is a locally owned small business which adds to the exclusivity of the experience. It is the best way to get to know the area, and I can already see this being a place I come back to every time I am in town. It is a quick thrill I would not miss. The guides truly make the ride and Paul especially stood out. He genuinely seemed to enjoy what he was doing, and he even made us think that giving tours and driving buggies all day might not be such a bad life. Watch out for snakes 😉

The beach is picturesque, with a very long and wide view. Be careful about swimming as there are few warnings about cross currents. Very few facilities compared to the $15 entry fee. No lifeguard, no live saving equipment. Only 1 restroom facility in the middle, so you have to walk a long way to get there. Restrooms are not clean either. You need to take your own sitting arrangements to stay near the beach.

Plenty of parking at 1030am on a Tuesday in June and not crowded at all. Definitely got busier as the day went on but plenty of beach space. Gorgeous views, perfect sand and easy shallow entry and never got deep all the way to the bouys. The $15 entry allows you to come and go so we came back for sunset in the evening as well. Only thing that needs to happen is a bathroom upgrade/update which is hopefully planned in the near future.

Coming from the rocky (but also beautiful) beaches of the Great Lake Erie, the soft sands of Oval Beach on Lake Michigan were amazing. Listening to the sand "sing" underfoot was fascinating. Water was clear,warm, and refreshing, but beware- no lifeguards. Views atop the dunes were well worth the effort of climbing the paths. Also know there is a day fee for entry- not a free park.

Loved this beach! It was my first time at Lake Michigan and I was blown away by how clear the water was. The waves were calm, the sand was soft though a bit deep, and the water access was amazing. When we went the first day it was not crowded at all, probably because it was right on the edge of off season. It was the middle of the day, hot and refreshing, and the swim section was large. I wished it was a little deeper. The second day was a completely different story. The biting flies were unbearable and there were hundreds of them swarming us. We ran into the water but they clung to our backs, and when we got out they had camped out in our bags. It turned into a full run back to the car. I have never experienced anything like it and it really feels like this is a beach you have to time just right to enjoy.

Oval Beach is gorgeous! We went on a Tuesday in June. We got a later start than I had hoped, so I was worried about parking and crowds. We arrived at the park between 9:45 and 10 am. Much to my delight, the parking was PLENTIFUL and the beach was not crowded. It did get more crowded as the day went on, but it was totally manageable. The sand was soft and beautiful and not hot in most places. Our main experiences with beaches have been along the Gulf Coast, and this beach was very different in a good way. We did not have to dodge jellyfish or seaweed. The sand was clean and not littered with trash and cigarette butts. It wasn't surrounded by high-rise condos and beach umbrellas. It was beautiful! The water, even in June, was very cold, so not getting to swim was a bummer for my teenagers, but we enjoyed playing in the sand, sitting and watching the waves, and going for a walk over the sand dunes and down the beach. We also watched people flying kites, people in sailboats, and a couple of sailboarders. So much fun to watch! There was a nice playground and concession stand as well as bathrooms with places to change and showers to wash off the sand. We did have to pay for a day pass, but it was well worth the money, even though we only stayed for about 4 hours!

Beautiful beach ran by the city. It was fun to walk along and enjoy. Since this is run by the city, they charge you $15 to get into it. Luckily since we went during the week it was not crowded at all. The facilities at the beach were fairly clean.

Easy access to beach from parking lot.Awesome sand, clear waters and plenty of parking. Entry fee for the day is $15. Bring bug sprays. Watched sun around 6:30pm.

One of four covered bridges in Michigan you can still drive across which makes this pretty special for how old it is. I was there about 15 minutes and not a single other vehicle passed me. Peaceful.

Great covered bridge in a secluded spot along the Flat River.

Loverly little Covered bridge crossing the river. Ample parking in Fallasburg park. Picnic tables available. One lane. Try not speed, follow the speed limit slow walking pace.

Gorgeous bridge and a great place to put in or take out a kayak or canoe. The bridge is beautiful beware of the over-speed toll. The troll collects on the far side.

Beautiful covered bridge! Nice park for a picnic. Not too far off the beaten path.

This is just a really peaceful place to go! We went in the summer and there are families fishing on the banks of the river, people kayaking on the river and all kinds of gatherings in the heavily shaded park itself.

I love the rustic look of covered bridges. Glad to have made the stop and checked this one out.

Went for my birthday, been wanting to go. It was definitely worth going to but I’ve had better experiences at other zoos like this, specifically with feeding the animals. It would be nice to be able to have more access . I’ve been to a different zoo where we were on a platform, so we were eye level with the giraffes and we could actually hug them and have more of an experience.

Amazing place to see a wide variety of animals in a nice clean setting with interaction. Plenty of restrooms and clean. The animals seem to have nice environments to be in. The giraffes were amazing to interact with. We also got to see the alligator feeding which was fun to watch. Would highly recommend!

This place was lots of fun! They had a wide variety of animals to check out and feed. We were traveling in from Texas and had to check it out while in Michigan. Our kiddo is a wild animal lover and we were pleasantly surprised at the variety they had compared to our zoo back home. Definitely worth a visit.

Love Boulder Ridge Zoo! It is a family favorite. It is perfect for families with all ages as there is something for everyone. There is a play area and train for younger kids. A great little snack bar and my Favorite thing is to feed the Giraffes and parakeets. The zoo is kept so clean and well staffed!!

We had the best time here with our little family! We loved being able to actually see the animals and interact with them! I really appreciate that the enclosures are meant for actual visibility of the animals. The park seems so clean and well taken care of. The animals also look to be well cared for!

This zoo expands every summer and just keeps getting better and better. So many amazing animals to see. You also get to feed giraffes, camels, goats, alpaca, and even the crocs. The Cafe also has really tasty food. I had the pretzel bites and they were hot and fresh.

Great zoo, that provides plenty of rest areas from the sun, restrooms within a reasonable distance & plenty of animals to see. We fed the giraffes, the camel, alpacas & plenty of goats😁. The mist fans were the perfect item for a super hot day. I only wish the still had the safari trolley, like they did when it first opened. Wonderful experience for my grandkids.

A fantastic experience! This resort is truly one-of-a-kind in Michigan. The new pool area is incredible, and the hotel is beautiful, giving us that premium Vegas feel with only an hour's drive. We ate at four restaurants, and every one was beautiful, clean, and had excellent service. My wife and I often split meals, and we were so impressed that the staff brought our food out pre-divided on separate plates every single time. Not many places take the time to do that, and it's a thoughtful touch that really makes a difference. The casino floor was also really nice and immaculate. We didn't win this time, but we still had a lot of fun playing. We will definitely be back!

I have never been to casino that the return to player is as bad as this place. They built the water park and giant hotel. I have not stayed there yet. Noteworthy they have been offering me two free nights a week. I know three people that have stayed all three say the same thing. That the service and staff are very sub par. I have gambled in Casinos literally all over North America. The last three times I was in Gun Lake I spent some time walking around and watching. What stood out is nobody in that giant place wasv winning. Supported by the lack of announcements declaring jackpot winners. I went through close to 500 with ought hitting anything more than 10 or 20 dollars tops. And even those hits were few and far between . The last three times have all been between 4 and 9 pm on Friday. Also drinks are crazy expensive. 16.00 for a Jim Bean and diet coke double. STAY AWAY

Loved the rooms, they didn't skip a beat when they did the rooms and hotel. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful! I can say the only disappointment was the choice in food, we went to the only restaurant that was opened that we could see, and I do understand that it was a Tuesday but was looking forward to the food court or sports bar, so next time we will come on a Thursday or Friday when those are open. We didn't use the pool area but what an amazing oasis this is for part of the casino, so maybe next time when we are there for a longer period of time we will use it. Machines were a little tight but understand it is about timing and choice of machines, which there are a huge variety. The gaming floor is very spacious. We will be back and definitely recommend to others!

Overall great experience, would return. Pool was great, live entertainment at the bar. The food at the buffet was good. The staff was always pleasant and helpful. Only complaint would be to make a pathway from the hotel parking to the hotel entrance, they do offer free valet though so it would be a non issue if you decide to do that.

The rooms are so clean and beautiful. The restaurants and casino are all so great and the way it is set up really flows well. This is a class act!! Everyone was just so nice and welcoming, the staff were amazing. Jake who checked us in really stood out. He saw me later and remembered my name, wow!!

The hotel rooms are wonderful, they thought of everywhere designing them. Check in was easy , employees were friendly and I can’t say enough about the pool area. I didn’t win here but there was a great selection of slot machines , the table minimums were low when compared to minimums at other casino , I haven’t seen $2 minimum Roulette tables in years but they had one here. I will definitely be going back , it was a great trip , worse the 170 mile drive

10/10 I brought my boyfriend for his birthday over the weekend of November 9th.. Skeptical on reading the reviews because they said the pool was cold but it was actually really warm.. the swim up bar was really nice too, our bartender Aleeha was extremely friendly & nice! We would 100% come here & stay again!

I stayed at Deep lake campground. The campground was very nice. Plenty of bathrooms. Pit toilets though. This is rustic. Some spaces on top of each and others very private. Mountain bike trail was awesome. Lots of shortcuts if you have family that needs to cut it short. Beach at main area. Deep lake has boat launch and fishing dock. The only gripe I have is if main campground is full they do not allow Deep lake campers to use shower. And it was a heatwave so we stunk.

Camped Sun-Weds the last week of September, during the off-season. The park was nearly empty and we loved it! Nobody at the office, but calling the # posted and getting checked-in over the phone was easy. Site 48 is our favorite. End site on the channel into the lake. Beautiful sunset views. If you own a boat, you can keep it right behind your site. Electric has been upgraded to 30/50amp and the bathrooms & showers look brand new. The campground is well-maintained and the bathrooms were cleaned constantly. Something to note: The picnic tables are 8' and all of our fitted tablecloths are standard 6'. We've not run into this in a state park before.

It was very well maintained with an indoor food vendor. There was a huge water slide for kids to go down. It was 1 slide for $3, 4 slides for $10, or $30 for unlimited. There was also a yearly pass for the slide. The beach was clean and maintained. You can fish anywhere but in the swim area. Dogs are allowed. Definitely will be back.

Very nice campground Restrooms are kept clean. 2 boat launches, and plenty of fishing area.

Good campground but closer together than we’d like. Friendly wood guy and nice area for dog walks and hikes.

Loved Deep Lake rustic camping sites. Perfect for wanting a quiet secluded feel.

A beautiful place,with warm water in both sides, trails, well maintained.

It’s a pleasant surprise to find so many antique cars from around the world here. The site even has separate buildings dedicated to different makers such as Ford, Cadillac, and others, featuring everything from steam engines to modern cars. There are also vintage gas stations and a classic diner on-site. The venue routinely hosts vintage car and motorcycle shows. While admission is a bit pricey, the park is a good size, and you could easily spend an entire day if you watch all the exhibit videos. A wonderful place that brings back old-time memories.

This is an awesome place to go if you’re looking for something to do. Buildings of restored cars, antiques, trucks, buses and motorcycles. From the very 1st car and up. Games that you can play along the way. Car track that you can race with remote controls. One of the 1st cars that you can listen to directions and start. Great place! Winner for grandparents to take grandchildren out for day. My grandson and I had a great time!

Attended a private event in the evening for our work’s conference and it was an absolute blast! So much history and opportunities to enjoy the cars on display and the grounds are absolutely beautiful! There is an old diner were we enjoyed frozen custard and it was honestly the best frozen custard I ever had! The staff were all eager to talk with you and teach you about the museum. This is definitely something I want to experience again with my family! Did I mention I got to drive in some of the old vehicles!!! I felt like a little kid! Everybody should visit at some point!

Don't think twice, go see! The best collection of cars I've ever seen! We just left and I'm ready to go back. The facility is pristine, the cars sparkle, landscaping manicured down to the individual blade of grass. A wedding was taking place when were we there so we weren't able to go in one of the buildings as to not interrupt the ceremony, but got to talking to Fred that works there and he took us into the events center and gave us a personal tour and story behind the connection between Mr Gilmore and Walt Disney and how their relationship came to be. Fred was WONDERFUL!!! Spent so much time with us talking about the history of everything. Couldn't thank him enough! We look forward to coming back especially with all of the special events they host. This classic car girl had the time of her life today!!!!

Fabulous ambiance walking through the buildings and yard of one of the most spectacular car museums around! What a great history. I was a bit surprised that there seemed very little information on the Gilmore family and this amazing contribution to the public. I found a very small sign with some information by one of the cars. Guess what?!!….this car museum is interesting and fun to visit even if you’re not a big car enthusiast! The drive to get here was beautiful and the grounds are beautiful.

This place is large and full of unique vehicles to view. The layout is well organized and planned. Each manufacturer is represented in their own garage. I loved seeing the concept vehicles the most. We had so much fun!

Great collection of classic automobiles spread amongst many buildings built to hold the collections. Exhibits change constantly so always worth the trip to see what's new.

I have been to Bell’s brewery now two times in the last 12 months. Both times to see a concert and grab some food and beer. Prior to these two visits, I have never been there before. On both occasions, I felt that everything was handled professionally for the concert portion of our visit, and I felt that the food and drink both times were above average well. Concerts were Will Wood and Bob Mould with winged wheel. In general, I’m old and don’t enjoy the concept of going to concerts anymore, but I’m actually excited for my next concert visit at this venue because the pricing is always really good and my only two experiences there have been exceptional.

Finally made it to, IMO, the Home of the Best IPA. I’ve been drinking Bell’s IPA for over a decade and finally accomplished this bucket list. Took the train in from Milwaukee. Was an easy journey. The service was superb as well. Kind, funny and informative. They had others on tap as you would expect from this superior brewery that were excellent. One surprise was the cider. It was very yummy. 😋 🍎 One special note I need to make: I left my expense thermos behind but didn’t realize it until I was traveling back. I called them up, they found it, and mailed it back to me at no charge. I couldn’t believe it. It was part and parcel of my total experience. 🤩

Cool place. Had never been inside before so I decided to check it out for lunch. I go to the Bell’s store all the time but had never been inside before the cafe. Super fast service and lots of beer choices. The Summer Peach Wheat Ale was excellent! Went to the store afterwards and bought a six pack to take home. Basic menu items like burgers, salads and tacos but it was a very good burger.

I have long enjoyed Bell's beer and the lore around Eccentric Cafe. This was my second attempt to visit, after coming years ago on a Monday when they are closed. This time, we came on a Friday at about 7pm, and they had a concert starting at 8pm. Understandably it was packed, but there were several factors that lead me to rate my experience as much less than expected. Here are some: 1. Getting a table: We were told by event staff seated near the door that the restaurant seating was "first come service". We had already called earlier and knew they don't take reservations, but there is no way to get a table other than to wander and hover and hope someone gets up. We ordered drinks and lurked around until a table opened up. 2. Ordering: Once a table was obtained, one person had to hold the table while another went up to wait in line again and order food. I was given a beacon and told it could take 45-60 minutes. 3. Getting food: The beacon went off around 35 minutes, but when I went up it had stopped buzzing. I was told sometimes there is a false alarm and to wait until it didn't stop buzzing. It started buzzing a couple more times until it didn't seem to be stopping. I went up and found the four meals I ordered on a huge tray and told I could take the tray and bring it back. I felt like they were short staffed so I had been co-opted to work there, and I already wanted to quit. I thought about how I was asked to tip every time I ordered a drink and food. People working there were treading water, and so were the customers. Every surface seemed to be sticky. The poor experience will stick with me even longer. 2. The food: I hoped for redemption with the food, but alas. I ordered "The Noli", a smash burger, which costs $15, that has "bacon jam, orange hot honey, goat cheese, chipotle mayo, brioche bun". It fit neatly on the tips of my fingers (see photo) and the toppings looked like they were scooped out of a dish and squished on top. The brioche bun looked old and I could see where someone pinched it to plop it on top. It tasted good, with some gristle on the smash patty and the blending of flavors, but at $15, it was underwhelming. In combination with the service, it was a dismal outcome. Will I continue to drink Bell's beer? No doubt. The Cherry Oberon was excellent, and I even allowed myself to have an Oktoberfest in August. Would I come here for a concert? Probably. Will I eat elsewhere before any concert I might see here? Definitely. Would I come here for dinner on a night when there's no event to see if it's a better experience? Not a chance. There are too many better restaurants in the area to bother.

Great beers! Great food! Great setting. Location is a bit dicey, but as I overheard one local say "what did you expect, it's Kalamazoo".

Food was OK, but the smoked whitefish tasted more like a tuna fish salad than smoked white fish. The building was beautiful, but to be honest, I expected a little bit more for such a great beer.

Not sure how they managed to get 4+ stars. The menu offerings are limited and a little off. Not in the trendy sort of way but in the “we are trying to be trendy and don’t know how” sort of way. The food was edible but the compliment stops there. Even dessert was not pleasing to the palate. The quality definitely is not reflected in the prices. The service while friendly was extremely poor and lacking. The view into the kitchen when the door would be left opened made me seriously question why I stayed for the duration of the meal, that alone should have sent me out the door. Highly do not recommend. Decor was fun, atmosphere was loud and difficult to communicate. It was somewhat chilly. And the crème de la crème was having the homeless people approaching for money in the parking lot.

We love the Kalamazoo Farmer’s Market! My son (6) and I love to go and browse the various goods on Saturday mornings. You can always find good produce, something pretty to wear, something sweet to eat, & much more. The Farmer’s Market is a great place to spend your Saturday mornings.

As long as I've lived here, which is quite a long time, I've never been to the farmers market. Wow, that's about too change. This place is great! There is a great selection of vendors for everyone from fresh fruits and veggies, custom coffee whole bean or ground, local foods, meats, honey, candles, crafts, just too much to list. I came home with an assortment of stuff and it was all great. Fantastic fresh spring mix salad. Some of the best coffee I've ever had in my life. Fresh baked bread, and more. I'll definitely be going back regularly to get fresh high quality stuff and to support my local small businesses. What a great place.

Wow clean, nice people and great drivers. Family place for sure

Best local farmer’s market that I’ve been to. Lots of great vendors selling produce, baked goods, meat, cheese, ethnic food, arts and crafts. There are always several food trucks with great menus. I love the live music. Such a fun experience!

This is a lovely farmers market. Many high quality vendors and good prepared food options to eat while shopping. Parking can be a struggle, but I suggest trying other parking methods besides the main lot right by the market when it’s busy. It can be hard to get in and out of the main lot at peak market hours.

Parking is horrific. I get it - construction, but if they can let in food trucks, they can open up some additional parking. The shopping place across the street is also way too aggressive with their empty parking lot and no parking signs. What happened to the community spirit?

Lots of non-food items but diverse vendors. Draws quite a crowd on a Saturday in summer. Covered, permanent structure.

Great cheap family fun, a little old and run down but nothing is broken or unsafe/usable, awesome choice when you don't want to drive all the way to Michigan adventure or great bear Lodge would be nicer if they fixed some things up(more double tubes having things in stock that they have on their menu drinks etc) and reopened the indoor water park

NICE PLACE TO COOL OFF AND ON TUESDAYS IN 2025BUY 1 GET 1 IN FREE 12.00. GOOD DEAL. GOT FOOD AND DRINKS.

Clearly advertising $5.00 a person after 5:00 on website waited in line for an hour and price was $12.00 for 1 hour of pool time

Haven't been since I was a kid. But now that I have my son i was excited to go. Only to find out when we got there the outdoor pool was the only thing and or place you could go. The inside was closed off. Considering wr came from out of town thay was very disappointing.

Never was posted on the website that the indoor waterslides and lazy river was permanently closed that was the whole reason I came from 2 hrs away was for the indoor

My favorite place to go because the other waterplaces are far away from my house but not full blast

Upon arrival at 2pm the pool was being shocked, No big deal we need the pool to be cleaned. The cashiers were friendly. It’s $12 per person over the age of 2, not bad at all for a small outdoor waterpark. The issue is the food. The hot dogs are always uncooked and rubbery, The nacho cheese is always cold. And they never seem to get orders correctly. We’ve been coming here for a few years now. Also seems like every time we come we have to get out of the pool because somebody pooped themselves. Little swimmers pull-ups should be mandatory for babies, infants and toddlers who can say they have to go potty ((My opinion tho)) and today, I think someone pooped themselves coming down the waterslide we all had to get out the pool for at least 30-40 minutes which means after our kids got back in the pool they literally had only 30 more minutes of swim time. But the lifeguards were awesome. The staff here are great‼️

How often do you find a grocery store where you can drink beer while you shop? Not to mention an airplane hanging from the ceiling. I love the variety of the market here and all of the international items you can find. I get some Japanese drinks, Indian curries and pasta noodles here that I like. They also have an amazing craft beer selection. It's worth a visit just to wander around and look if you've never been.

Horrock is so unique. Remind me of open markets in Asia and Latin America but much nicer. Because many items can be bought by weight and the varieties are different than your typical grocery store. Many local Michigan products that I don't see anywhere else, especially craft beer. They sell game meat here too. You can get elk and bison and alligator if you want, but they are not cheap. Have to come check it out if you are nearby. It is hard to describe it

Huge place with a nice selection. I love getting my veggies from here when Im traveling fro the other side of the state. I wish there was one in Flint.

I really like this store. The ambiance is nice. The flowers are pretty. And the array of things you can buy is unmatched. Walking around with a beer while shopping, excellent! The olive oil selection, sea food, scores of bakery goods, salad bar, all the things! 💥 However, my only concern is the bathroom. Those are dimly lit and are in need of* A LOT* of ATTENTION & SEVERE INTENSE DEEP CLEANING. I like how there’s toilet seat covers. But I will not regale you with the repulsive details in the stall I went in. Not a good look. Especially, with such a great store. This was not their finest moment. 💥 I sincerely hope that it gets much needed attention. I’ll try to not have to use that part of the store upon my next return visit.

What do crocodile, beer on tap, dozens of homemade soups, dragon fruit, camel, 7 kinds of sweet potatoes, oil and vinegar on tap, F-R-O-G Jam, a garden center, wraps and sandwiches, sushi, groceries, live music, pickled beets, exotic mushrooms and venison have in common? You can find them all at Horrocks. A new kind of shopping experience, like a farmers market meets a Whole Foods, meets a Nursery, meets a pub.

Horrocks Market in Battle Creek, is truly a gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with an incredible selection of fresh produce, specialty foods, wine, beer, and unique items you won’t find anywhere else. The staff is always friendly and helpful, and the store itself is clean, organized, and full of charm. Whether you’re shopping for everyday groceries, grabbing a fresh coffee or popcorn, or exploring their amazing variety of products, it’s always a fun experience. Horrocks is hands down one of the best markets around!

Huge store with multiple choices of almost all food groups,fresh produce,soup bar,craft beers! Friendly,helpful staff