Things To Do
restaurants
DOCKERS RESTAURANT
3505 Marina View Point, Muskegon, MI 49441
Distance: 1.8 miles (6 minutes)
Seasonal (Open during the summer)
Tiki Bar where you can find live local music every Saturday and Sunday through the summer. Dockside pick with a Caribbean feel offers seafood fare & an upbeat tiki bar with live music.
THE DECK
1601 Beach St, Muskegon, MI 49441
Distance: 1.8 miles (6 minutes)
Seasonal (Open during the summer)
Happy Hour 2-5pm M-F, Bar & Grill with Live Music every weekend, Upbeat, seasonal restaurant featuring BBQ plates, craft brews & cocktails, plus a beachfront patio
EL TAPATIO
Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Bar
677 W Laketon Ave, Muskegon, MI 49441
Distance: 4.4 miles (11 minutes)
* Minority Owned
Relaxed establishment serving authentic, homemade Mexican food. Happy hour and daily specials
FATTY LUMPKINS SANDWICH SHACK
971 Washington Ave, Muskegon, MI 49441
Distance: 4.2 miles (10 minutes)
* Women Owned
Funky neighborhood nook offering sizable gourmet sandwiches & salads, plus outdoor seating

DR. ROLF’S BARBEQUE
477 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440
Distance: 5.7 miles (14 minutes)
* Women Owned
ROOTDOWN YOGA-JUICE-GREENS
333 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49441
Distance: 6 miles (14 minutes)
* Woman Owned
Juice, smoothie, and salad bar. Muskegon’s first heated vinyasa yoga studio
activities
BEACHES: Pere Marquette
- Very clean, sandy beach is raked daily
- Includes 200’ handicapped walkway
- Can often witness Kite borders
- Facilities: restaurant, snackbar, playground, restaurants, picnic tables, sand volleyball, kiteboarding
- rentals/lessons, paddle board + jet-ski
rentals, access to Lakeshore Trail. - $5 parking, $7 saturdays (parking)
BEACHES: Kruse Park
- Major picnic attraction.
- Facilities: nature trails, dune walks and overlooks, playground, basketball court, restrooms, ample parking, 4 picnic shelters
- Dog Beach (Kruse Park Dog Beach is currently closed to erosion)
BEACHES: Muskegon State Park
- 2 miles Lake Michigan shoreline, 1 mile Muskegon Lake shoreline
- A luge run is available at the Winter Sports Complex
- Cross Country Skiing: 12 miles of trails, 5 miles are lit
- fishing, hiking, restrooms, boat launch, picnic, playground
BEACHES: Harbor Towne
- Overlooks muskegon lake and the channel
- Offers views of sailing and fishing
- Includes firepit and a portable restroom.
ACTIVE: Lakeshore Trail
- 12 miles long along the shore of Muskegon Lake.
- Parking is available at Pere Marquette Park.
- Paved, boardwalk. Walking, biking, running
ACTIVE: Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve
- Hiking, fishing, and biking
- Wetland, riverine, and forested ecosystems accessible to individuals of all ages and physical abilities.
- Dog friendly. Paved paths available
- Recognized as a bird sanctuary. Nearly 200 different species of birds have been identified.
destinations
MICHIGAN’S ADVENTURE
- 250 acres of fun at this amusement park
- Michigan adventure offers various roller coasters, water rides, a water park, thrill rides, and other activities for families
- Multiple different restaurants on the site
THE LAKES MALL
- There are several stores featured in this mall including JCPenney, Dicks Sporting Goods, and Bed, Bath, and Beyond
- There is a food court with seven different restaurants and a nautical themed kids’ play area
- Would be perfect for a little shopping day with unique Muskegon shops or a just a nice walk around
THE MONET GARDEN OF MUSKEGOD
- This beautiful flower filled garden gives the visitor a chance to be in nature and have time to just reflect and be at peace
- There are several benches in the garden, allowing visitors to sit and take in everything around them
- Even illuminated at night to be enjoyed once it gets dark outside
OCEANA WINERY & VINEYARD
- A boutique winery offering various different types of wine from dry to sweet
- This winery also has a dining option and plenty of great spots with a view of the vineyard to walk around or relax
USS SILVERSIDES SUBMARINE MUSEUM
- World War II museum featuring the USS Silversides submarine which was awarded 12 battle stars and a presidential unit citation
- After the war, the submarine was also used as a training ship
- Overnight programs available to get the full experience of this museum and what it has to offer
USS LST 393
- Veteran museum featuring various different artifacts and displays to honor those who served America
- This museum displays the US LST 393 and allows people to take a tour through the ship
- A tour of this ship provides visitors a great space to learn and allow history to come to life before your eyes!
MUSKEGON MUSEUM OF ART
- The museum offers various different exhibitions
- Is a great option for field trips, tours, and even has art classes
- Offers both in person or virtual tours to accommodate everyone
- Great way to stimulate creativity in visitors allowing them to experience the pieces and appreciate the aesthetic value
FRAUENTHAL CENTER
- Theater for movies, live shows, and symphony concerts
- Available venue for conferences, trade shows, and other private functions
- Great space to be entertained, amazed by the unique and intricate style of the theater and in community with those around you