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Grand Haven Area Visitors Center

512 Washington Avenue

Grand Haven, MI 49417

616.842.4499

Hours: M-F, 9AM-5PM

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☀️: All Things The Grand Haven Area
📸: Visit us & Tag us in all of your Lakeshore Adventures! #visitgrandhavenYES

The Lakeside Trail is a beautifully paved 15-mile

The Lakeside Trail is a beautifully paved 15-mile loop around Spring Lake, connecting the communities of Ferrysburg, Fruitport, and the Village of Spring Lake.⁠ 🚲🚶‍♂️⁠🏃‍♂️⁠
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But the journey doesn’t end there—this trail is part of the Grand River Greenway Trails Network and links up with the North Bank Trail, Spoonville Trail, and Idema Explorers Trail, unlocking even more miles of scenic shoreline, nature, and small-town charm to explore.⁠
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Access points with parking, restrooms, and water are available at:⁠
📍 Central Park, Spring Lake⁠
📍 Pomona Park, Fruitport⁠
📍 Ferry Park, Ferrysburg⁠
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📸: @springlakevillagemi⁠
🔗: See link in bio for maps, events, and more!⁠
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#LakesideTrail #BikeTheLakeshore #VisitGrandHaven #SpringLakeMI #Ferrysburg #Fruitport

Planning a day along the lakeshore? Make Crossroad

Planning a day along the lakeshore? Make Crossroads Blueberry Market part of the adventure! Just a short drive from the beach, it's the sweetest stop for:⁠
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🍩 Fresh blueberry donuts & baked goods⁠
🍦 Ice cream, smoothies & frozen treats⁠
🫐 Blueberry jams, sauces, & locally made goodies⁠
🎠 Barrel rides, duck races & a backyard play zone for the kids⁠
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#CrossroadsBlueberryMarket #MichiganBlueberries #DayTripIdeas #WestMichiganEats #VisitGrandHaven #FamilyFun⁠
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📷: Crossroads Blueberry Market⁠
📍: Crossroads Blueberry Market | 14721 Lake Michigan Dr., West Olive, MI⁠
🔗: Link in bio for travel inspiration and planning tips!⁠

Looking for a night of brainy fun and delicious dr

Looking for a night of brainy fun and delicious drinks? Head to the New Holland Tasting Room in Grand Haven for Trivia Night! Grab a drink, rally your team, and get ready to show off your smarts (or just fake it ‘til you make it). With great questions, good vibes, and even better beverages, it’s the perfect way to level up your Sunday fun! 🍷✨⁠
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📆: Sunday Nights⁠
⏰: 6-9pm⁠
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#TriviaNight #DrinkAndThink #BrewAndBrainiacs #VisitGrandHaven⁠
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📷: @newhollandtastingrooms⁠
📍: New Holland Tasting Room | 24 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI⁠
🔗: See link in bio for travel info and events!

Make a splash, tie the knot, or chill in the shade

Make a splash, tie the knot, or chill in the shade—Tanglefoot Park is your go-to spot for fun, family, and unforgettable moments! 🌊💍🛶⁠
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#SpringLake #PureMichigan #TanglefootPark #VisitGrandHaven⁠
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📷 : @springlakevillagemi⁠
📍 : Tanglefoot Park, 312 W. Exchange, Spring Lake, MI ⁠
🔗 : See link in bio for travel info and events!

Waves gently crash, and the sky aglows in warm Lak

Waves gently crash, and the sky aglows in warm Lake Michigan hues. 🌅🌙⁠
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#sunsetsunday #grandhavenpier #visitgrandhaven #puremichigan⁠
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📷: @hellomichigan_⁠
📍: Grand Haven, Michigan ⁠
🔗 : Visit our website for travel info & events!⁠

From casual lunches to lively nights, The Kirby Ho

From casual lunches to lively nights, The Kirby House brings people together in the heart of Grand Haven. 🍕🍻 ⁠
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#GrandHavenEats #KirbyHouseMoments⁠
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📸: ⁠Slide 1 - @alexis.gundy⁠
📸: ⁠Slides 2 & 3 - The Kirby House ⁠
📍: 2 Washington Avenue, Grand Haven, Michigan ⁠
🔗 : See link in bio for travel info, events, and more!

🏖️ Get ready to dig in—our annual Sand Scul

🏖️ Get ready to dig in—our annual Sand Sculpture Contest is back this weekend! There's still time to join the fun: register online now, or sign up in person from 8:30–10:30am on the day of the event.⁠
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Whether you're sculpting solo, teaming up with friends, or just there to watch the sandy masterpieces take shape, everyone's welcome! This all-ages event also features professional sand sculptors creating jaw-dropping works and offering live demos throughout the day.⁠
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📅 June 14, 2025⁠
🕘 Sculpting starts at 9am⁠
👀 Spectators welcome from 10am–2pm⁠
📍 Grand Haven City Beach | South Harbor Drive | Grand Haven, MI⁠
📸: GHACVB⁠
🔗 : See link in bio for travel info and events! ⁠
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#GrandHavenSandSculpture #GHBeachDays #VisitGrandHaven #FamilyFun #BeachVibes #GHEvents2025

🎉 The 64th Annual Grand Haven Art Festival is c

🎉 The 64th Annual Grand Haven Art Festival is coming!⁠ 🖼️⁠
Free admission, 80+ artists, and plenty of reasons to spend the weekend in beautiful downtown Grand Haven.⁠
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🗓️ June 27 (12–5pm)⁠
🗓️ June 28 & 29 (10am–5pm)⁠
🎉 Family Fun Day — June 28 (10am–2pm) with crafts and games for kids!⁠
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📸: @grandhavenartfest⁠
📍 Downtown Grand Haven, MI⁠
🔗 Link in bio for details⁠
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#GrandHavenArtFestival #GHArtFest2025 #FamilyFunDay2025 #SupportLocalArtists⁠
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🏖️ We’re honored! Condé Nast Traveler name

🏖️ We’re honored! Condé Nast Traveler named Grand Haven City Beach one of the Best Beaches in the U.S. — and we couldn’t agree more.⁠
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This national recognition is a proud moment for our cozy beach town—come see why Grand Haven continues to capture hearts (and headlines)!⁠
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Thank you @condenasttraveller !⁠
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Slide 1: Bob Peskorse⁠
Slide 2: Janelle Darnell⁠
Slide 3: Janelle Darnell⁠
Slide 4: Harbor House Inn⁠
📍: Grand Haven City Beach, Michigan ⁠
🔗: See link in bio to read more the article! ⁠
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#VisitGrandHaven #PureMichigan #BestBeaches #GrandHavenMoments #LakeMichiganLove

The temps aren’t the only thing heating up — t

The temps aren’t the only thing heating up — the skies over Grand Haven are calling ☀️🪂 Ready to dare, defy, and make the jump? Summer starts at 13,000 feet with @skydivegrandhaven⁠
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#skydivegrandhaven #michigan #grandhaven ⁠
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📸: Maggie Mesler⁠
📍: Sky Dive Grand Haven, Michigan⁠
🔗: See link in bio for travel info and events!⁠

⁠ Sip on a Signature Old Fashioned at Lucy’s i

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Sip on a Signature Old Fashioned at Lucy’s in downtown Grand Haven — where the cocktails are crafted, the patio vibes are strong, and the live music sets the scene. 🥃🎶 The perfect stop after a day by the lake!⁠
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#DowntownGrandHaven #LucysGH #GrandHavenEats #LiveMusicVibes #PureMichigan⁠
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📸: Lucy's⁠ & Lucy's Backyard⁠
📍: 133 Columbus Avenue, Grand Haven, Michigan ⁠
🔗: See link in bio for travel info and events!⁠

🍓⚔️ Travel back to the 1600s at the Feast o

🍓⚔️ Travel back to the 1600s at the Feast of the Strawberry Moon on Harbor Island! Experience history come alive with live battle reenactments, blacksmiths, storytellers, and hands-on fun for all ages. It’s a weekend where the past meets play—don’t miss the sights, sounds, and flavors of the 17th century! 🏰⁠
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#FeastOfTheStrawberryMoon #GrandHavenHistory #HarborIslandAdventures⁠
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📅: June 14, 2025, 9am-5pm⁠
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📸: @feastofthestrawberrymoon⁠
📍: Harbor Island, Grand Haven, Michigan ⁠
🔗: See link in bio for travel info and events!⁠

Chase a Lake Michigan sunset at Rosy Mound Natural

Chase a Lake Michigan sunset at Rosy Mound Natural Area—it won't disappoint! 🌅⁠
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Climb the dune stairs and be rewarded with sweeping views of Lake Michigan—perfect for a peaceful evening hike or a golden hour photo.⁠
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#RosyMoundSunset #VisitGrandHaven #LakeMichiganViews #SunsetHike #PureMichigan #GrandHavenAdventures⁠
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📸: @sg.captures⁠
📍: Rosy Mound Natural Area, Grand Haven, Michigan ⁠
🔗: See link in bio for travel info and events!⁠

🌅 Sunset Sunday at Grand Haven State Park 😍

🌅 Sunset Sunday at Grand Haven State Park 😍

#SunsetSunday #GrandHavenSunset #GrandHaven #BeachVibes #SunsetMagic

📷 : @mi_scapes
📍 : Grand Haven, MI⁠
🔗 : See link in bio for travel info and events!

🌊 NEW in Grand Haven! 🚤✨⁠ Hop aboard the

🍫✨Indulge in the sweet side of Grand Haven wi

🍫✨Indulge in the sweet side of Grand Haven with a visit to Patricia’s Chocolate, a beloved downtown staple! 🏙️ Known for their exquisite handmade treats, this charming shop is a must-stop. Don’t miss the Dubai chocolate bars—crafted to impress and full of rich, luxurious flavor! 🌟⁠
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#HandmadeChocolate #DowntownGrandHaven #LocalBusiness #Travel⁠
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📸: Grand Haven Visitors Bureau ⁠
📍: @patriciaschocolate, 126 Washington Ave., Grand Haven, Michigan⁠
🔗: See link in bio for travel info and events!⁠

This Memorial Day Weekend, we reflect, remember, a

This Memorial Day Weekend, we reflect, remember, and find peace in places like this. Whether cruising the coast or catching the sunset from shore or the pier, Grand Haven welcomes you. ⁠
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#MemorialDay #GrandHavenMI #SunsetCruise #LakeLife #WestMichiganVibes⁠
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🌅 : Book your stay today and make it a summer to remember.⁠
📷 : Roger Glenda Elam⁠
🔗 : See link in bio for travel info and events!

This Memorial Day, head to the Grand Haven Area, w

This Memorial Day, head to the Grand Haven Area, where you will find several meaningful ways to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom. ❤️🤍💙⁠
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SPRING LAKE⁠
❤️Sunday, May 25, 2025 ⁠
🤍Service of Remembrance | 6pm⁠
💙St. Mary's Catholic Church, 406 E. Savidge St., Spring Lake⁠
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COOPERSVILLE⁠
❤️Monday, May 26, 2025⁠
🤍Pancake Breakfast | 7–9am | VFW Post 5598, 511 68th St., Coopersville⁠
💙Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony | 9:30am | Main Street, Coopersville⁠
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GRAND HAVEN⁠
❤️Monday, May 26, 2025⁠
🤍Memorial Day Parade | 9:30 am | Route begins at the intersection of Franklin & 6th; heads west on Franklin to Harbor Drive, then south on Harbor ending at Escanaba Park.⁠
💙New Coast Guard Brick Memorial Garden Unveiling | 10:30 am | Escanaba Park, 673 S. Harbor, Grand Haven⁠
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🔗 Tap the link in our bio for event details, travel tips, and more.⁠
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#MemorialDay #GrandHavenMI #PureMichigan #HonorAndRemember #GHEvents #LakeMichiganLife #CoastGuardCityUSA⁠

Looking for the perfect getaway? Head to the Grand

Looking for the perfect getaway? Head to the Grand Haven Area — where lakeshore beauty meets small-town charm! ☀️🌊📚⁠
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Stroll the boardwalk, catch a Lake Michigan sunset, and discover hidden gems like The Bookman, a beloved indie bookstore full of cozy corners, unique finds, and local flavor. From beach reads to thoughtful gifts, it’s one of many reasons to fall in love with this lakeshore town.⁠ 🏖️🩴⁠
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Start planning your visit — the stories (and adventures!) are waiting. 📖✨⁠
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#VisitGrandHaven #LakeshoreGetaway #PureMichigan #TheBookman #CozyCoastalVibes #SmallTownCharm #GrandHavenGem⁠
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📷: @jenkeefermiller⁠
📍: The Bookman, 715 Washington Ave., Grand Haven, MI⁠
🔗: Link in bio for travel inspiration and planning tips!⁠
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Escape to Pine Bend this summer! 🌞 With 239 acr

Escape to Pine Bend this summer! 🌞 With 239 acres of wooded trails, scenic wetlands, and over 6 miles of paths along the peaceful Pigeon River, it’s a haven for hikers and outdoor lovers alike. 🌿🥾⁠
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Planning a special gathering? Host it at the Weaver House — a beautifully restored 1901 gem surrounded by nature’s best.⁠
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#Hiking #Adventures #WestOlive #Trails #EventVenue #PureMichigan #OutdoorFun⁠
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📷: Mike Lozon⁠
📍: Pine Bend County Park | West Olive, MI⁠
🔗: See the link in bio for more info and parks to explore!

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