This 48-acre park is set along a half-mile of beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline. Ideal for camping, fishing, sunbathing, volleyball and swimming, it’s about 35 miles from downtown Grand Rapids.

Grand Haven State Park consists primarily of sandy beach and provides scenic views of the Grand Haven pier and two lighthouses. It’s home to a modern campground, overnight lodge, designated swim beach, picnic areas and a beach pavilion. The adjacent boardwalk along the Grand River is a popular fishing destination. The [park's three track chairs](https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/accessibility/Track-Chairs) – capable of handling trails, snow, sand and shallow water – expand access beyond traditional wheelchairs. The chairs are available for visitors to borrow at no cost.

All Michigan state parks require a Recreation Passport for entry. Nonresidents can purchase the Recreation Passport at any state park or recreation area or online at https://midnrreservations.com/store (allow 2-3 weeks for delivery). A day pass for nonresidents is $11, an annual pass is $40. Michigan residents can purchase the Recreation Passport by checking “YES” when renewing a license plate through the Secretary of State. You can also purchase the Recreation Passport by mail, kiosk, online at [www.expresssos.com](https://onlineservices.michigan.gov/ExpressSOS) or at SoS branch offices.

Grand Haven State Park

Thornapple Brewing Co. offers a wide selection of house-made spirits, from agave and bourbon to spiced rum and whiskey. Skilled bartenders combine them with the freshest ingredients to create 25+ cocktails, including 32-oz. buckets of liquid heaven. Or you can opt for a flight of 1-oz. shot glasses to savor spirits separately. Thornapple also brews its own beer, cider, mead, wine and seltzer, all of which pair beautifully with items from the extensive food menu. Stop in for Happy Hour specials Monday-Friday and brunch on Sunday. Located in the 28th Street shopping and dining corridor in southeast GR.

Thornapple Brewing Co.

Thornapple Brewing Co. Facility Tour

Downtown restaurant offers an incredible array of authentic Indian dishes made from fresh ingredients, including vegetarian options and a lunch buffet.

Steak & Spice by Curry Kitchen

Rockford Brewing Company (RBC) opened for business in 2012 by its founding partners, Jeff Sheehan and Seth Rivard. Although relatively new as a company, RBC’s team has over 15 years of previous professional brewing and business experience. RBC specializes in traditional and inventive beers that focus on Michigan agriculture. The brewery is located in historic downtown Rockford, MI and is situated adjacent to Michigan’s Frederick Meijer White Pine Trail State Park and among the rolling hills of the beautiful Rogue River Valley.

Rockford Brewing Company

Michigan-based chain diner serves an expansive menu of American comfort food, including hot dogs, burgers and fries, plus various Greek specialties.

Leo's Coney Island

This 22-acre park is named for the unique tunnel that cuts through a sand dune on the way to a sparkling Lake Michigan beach. Tunnel Park is in [Holland](https://www.experiencegr.com/articles/post/holland/), about 55 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids.

A great place for swimming, sunbathing and picnicking, this park also offers a children's playground complete with a dune climb and a stairway with scenic views of Lake Michigan. Barrier-free facilities include picnic shelters, restrooms, the playground, some picnic tables and grills, and trails to key use areas including through the tunnel to a beach overlook deck. Dogs are not permitted from May 1 through September 30; they are required to be leashed during the remainder of the year.

Tunnel Park is an Ottawa County Park requiring a parking permit from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Annual permits are $25; daily permits are $8. There are additional discounts for residents and resident seniors, which are available when you purchase your permit [online](https://ottawacounty.cmrpay.com/dashboard/landing). Permits may also be purchased from the pay station at Tunnel Park.

Tunnel Park

This seven-acre waterfront park 45 minutes from Grand Rapids offers swimming and sunbathing along 745 feet of Lake Michigan shoreline.

Visitors can swim, play volleyball and climb the wooden stairway to the top of a dune for a panoramic view of Lake Michigan. North Beach Park also offers a playground, picnic tables and grills, modern restrooms and ample parking. During the summer, a barrier-free beach walkway is maintained. An accessible beach wheelchair designed to navigate the sand and float in the water is available free-of-charge for park visitors. Dogs are not permitted from May 1-September 30; they must be leashed and under control when visiting during the off season.

North Beach Park is an Ottawa County Park requiring a parking permit from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Annual permits are $25; daily permits are $8. There are additional discounts for residents and resident seniors, which are available when you purchase your permit [online](https://ottawacounty.cmrpay.com/dashboard/landing). Permits may also be purchased from the pay station North Beach Park.

North Beach Park

There’s nothing better than spending time with good friends in the kitchen, working together to make a meal, and sharing a fun experience where you might even learn something new.

Thought Design Culinary Classes

Sugar Momma's is a vibrant bakery and café located in the southeast end of Grand Rapids, in Cascade township. We specialize in tasty sweet and savory pastries, cakes, tortes, and an assortment of breads. We also feature a full service espresso bar, as well as a variety of fruit and tea drinks. Certified Pastry Chef Haley McNeil only uses the highest of quality ingredients, creating the most delicious desserts and pastries for all occasions. Stop in and enjoy a great snack or even lunch! Stay in and take advantage f our comfortable cafe seating, as well as our free Wi-Fi!

Sugar Momma's Bakery & Cafe

Playing as long as 7060 yards from the tips with a course/slope rating of 74.2/133, this links-style wonderland has a rotation of holes that will throw a little bit of everything at you.  

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