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Here Are The 10 Best Beaches In Michigan: USA TODAY

It's no secret Michigan is home to some of the best beaches in the nation. Here are USA Today's ten best:

There are so many beautiful beaches across Michigan that USA Today​ decided to devote an entire top ten list just to Michigan.
There are so many beautiful beaches across Michigan that USA Today​ decided to devote an entire top ten list just to Michigan. (Scott Anderson/Patch)

MICHIGAN — It's no secret Michigan is home to some of the best beaches in the nation.

There are so many beautiful beaches across Michigan that USA Today decided to devote an entire top ten list just to Michigan.

"With shoreline on four of the five Great Lakes, Michigan offers visitors hundreds of miles of family-friendly freshwater beaches, perfect for summer vacation. From spectacular sunsets to awe-inspiring dunes, there's a beach for every taste," USA TODAY says.

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Here are USA Today's ten best beaches in Michigan:

10. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Empire

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"A breathtaking location for nature exploration, camping is available here (in season). Visitors can hike through lush forests along the Heritage Trail, climb the dunes for panoramic views, or relax on the sandy shores while admiring the natural beauty of Michigan," USA Today said.

9. Tawas Point State Park, East Tawas

"Known by some as the 'Cape Cod of the Midwest,' this beach destination boasts warm, shallow water for swimming, as well as camping near the lakeshore," USA Today said.

8. P.J. Hoffmaster State Park, Muskegon

"When not swimming or sunning on the sand, visitors can walk the Dune Overlook Trail to the top of a high dune for panoramic views of the dunes and lake," USA Today said.

7. Oval Beach, Saugatuck

"With its soft sandy shores, rolling dunes, and stunning views of Lake Michigan, Oval Beach is a truly serene escape for beach lovers seeking tranquility and natural beauty," USA Today said.

6.Pere Marquette Park, Muskegon

"The beach is impressively clean, surf raked on a daily basis, and it's a popular spot for kite boarding, kayaking, and paddleboarding," USA Today said.

5. South Beach, South Haven

"South Beach, an ADA-accessible beach in South Haven, has everything you'd need for a day of fun in the sun: grills, a picnic area, playground, restrooms, and views of the red South Haven lighthouse," USA Today said.

4. Hunter's Point Park, Copper Harbor

"Jutting out into Lake Superior in Copper Harbor, Hunter's Point Park features a rather unique red pebble beach," USA Today said.

3. Silver Beach County Park, St. Joseph

"Silver Beach County Park in St. Joseph invites visitors to participate in plenty of family-friendly fun with its sandy beaches, playgrounds, and scenic waterfront promenade overlooking the shores of Lake Michigan," USA Today said.

2. Stearns Park Beach, Ludington

"Nature lovers adore Stearns Park Beach in Ludington, with its sandy shores, calm waves, and panoramic views of Lake Michigan," USA Today said.

1. First Street Beach, Manistee

"First Street Beach in Manistee beckons with its wide, sandy expanse, mellow waves, and family-friendly atmosphere, making it a great destination for beachgoers of all ages," USA Today said.

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