Guidebook for Ludington

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Guidebook for Ludington

Parks & Nature

Ludington State Park is comprised of scenic sand dunes, a shoreline vista, ponds, marshlands and forests. It is situated between Hamlin Lake and Lake Michigan with several miles of shoreline & beaches
69 locals recommend
Ludington State Park Beach
8800 M-116
69 locals recommend
Ludington State Park is comprised of scenic sand dunes, a shoreline vista, ponds, marshlands and forests. It is situated between Hamlin Lake and Lake Michigan with several miles of shoreline & beaches
It offers terrific summer recreation, including swimming, boating, tubing, and fishing. More than 12 miles long and 5,000 acres, there's more than enough space for everyone without feeling crowded!
Hamlin Township
It offers terrific summer recreation, including swimming, boating, tubing, and fishing. More than 12 miles long and 5,000 acres, there's more than enough space for everyone without feeling crowded!
Public beach
26 locals recommend
Stearns Park
420 N Lakeshore Dr
26 locals recommend
Public beach
Walk out on the break wall to the lighthouse and enjoy a Pure Michigan sunset.
8 locals recommend
Ludington Breakwater Lighthouse
8 locals recommend
Walk out on the break wall to the lighthouse and enjoy a Pure Michigan sunset.
Nestled among jack pines, just a quick two mile walk along a breathtaking trail, stands Big Sable’s noble black and white tower. At over one hundred feet tall, this historic beacon is a huge attraction for its owner, Ludington State Park.
16 locals recommend
Big Sable Point Lighthouse
8800 N Lighthouse
16 locals recommend
Nestled among jack pines, just a quick two mile walk along a breathtaking trail, stands Big Sable’s noble black and white tower. At over one hundred feet tall, this historic beacon is a huge attraction for its owner, Ludington State Park.

Getting Around

Traveling from Wisconsin? The S.S. Badger offers the largest cross-lake passenger service on the Great Lakes and an authentic steamship experience.
20 locals recommend
S.S. Badger Lake Michigan Carferry Service
701 Maritime Dr
20 locals recommend
Traveling from Wisconsin? The S.S. Badger offers the largest cross-lake passenger service on the Great Lakes and an authentic steamship experience.
Trailhead Bike Shop
216 W Ludington Ave

Arts & Culture

Pure Ludington is no stranger to summer fun. With miles of sandy beaches, picturesque sunsets and outdoor adventures for the whole family, you have found your perfect summer getaway!
56 locals recommend
Ludington
56 locals recommend
Pure Ludington is no stranger to summer fun. With miles of sandy beaches, picturesque sunsets and outdoor adventures for the whole family, you have found your perfect summer getaway!
Sandcastles Children's Museum
129 E Ludington Ave
23 locals recommend
Ludington Library
217 E Ludington Ave

Essentials

Great grocery store!
6 locals recommend
Biercamp Market
222 W Ludington Ave
6 locals recommend
Great grocery store!
Great grocery, but a further drive (about 8-10 mins)
25 locals recommend
Meijer
15 Caberfae Hwy
25 locals recommend
Great grocery, but a further drive (about 8-10 mins)
Shop-N-Save
5539 US-10
Rite Aid Pharmacy
936 E Ludington Ave

Drinks & Nightlife

Great beers, good & live music on weekends!
34 locals recommend
Jamesport Brewing Company
410 S James St
34 locals recommend
Great beers, good & live music on weekends!
All Michigan brewed beers
18 locals recommend
The Mitten Bar
109 W Ludington Ave
18 locals recommend
All Michigan brewed beers
Great pizza
12 locals recommend
Sportsman's Restaurant
111 W Ludington Ave
12 locals recommend
Great pizza

Food Scene

Great lake perch!
PM Steamers Restaurant
502 W Loomis St
Great lake perch!
Excellent quinoa bowls!
6 locals recommend
Barley & Rye
107 W Ludington Ave
6 locals recommend
Excellent quinoa bowls!
Best ice cream in town! Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
46 locals recommend
House of Flavors Restaurant
402 W Ludington Ave
46 locals recommend
Best ice cream in town! Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Great food & cocktails. Jamaican Jerk Chicken, oysters, Mahi tacos, gumbo, beer and wine. Also world-famous pizza, lake perch, wings, burgers & kids menu. Come by boat or car. Beer & wine to go
9 locals recommend
Barnhart's Resort & Marina
6006 Barnhart Rd
9 locals recommend
Great food & cocktails. Jamaican Jerk Chicken, oysters, Mahi tacos, gumbo, beer and wine. Also world-famous pizza, lake perch, wings, burgers & kids menu. Come by boat or car. Beer & wine to go
Great food and rooftop dinning. Lobster nachos are amazing!
27 locals recommend
Blu Moon
125 S James St
27 locals recommend
Great food and rooftop dinning. Lobster nachos are amazing!
Great sandwhiches and homeade soups!
13 locals recommend
Chef John's Bakery & Cafe
110 W Filer St
13 locals recommend
Great sandwhiches and homeade soups!
Great breakfast & lunch
8 locals recommend
Brenda Harbor Cafe
316 S James St
8 locals recommend
Great breakfast & lunch
Delicious homeade pastries and doughnuts. Note: this is not associated with the chain McDonalds. This is a locally owned family business!
Cops & Doughnuts McDonald's Precinct
Delicious homeade pastries and doughnuts. Note: this is not associated with the chain McDonalds. This is a locally owned family business!

Entertainment & Activities

Boat rentals, fishing gear rentals.
Waterside Resort & Boat Rental
3298 N Lakeshore Dr
Boat rentals, fishing gear rentals.
Great golf course, near by
Hemlock Golf Club
5105 W Decker Rd
Great golf course, near by
Golf
6 locals recommend
Lincoln Hills Golf Club
1527 N Lakeshore Dr
6 locals recommend
Golf
Harbor Cinemas 8
3857 U.S. 10
Ludington Crossfit
311 S Rath Ave
With over 20 years of experience fishing from Ludington, Captain Mike will use his knowledge to insure a safe relaxing and exciting experience. The Lie A Lot is a 33ft Chris Craft with a 12 1/2 ft beam. Truly a great boat for fishing! There is lots of fishing room for up to 6 people. The Lie A Lot Charter Boat is easy to fnd and is located at Dock F, Slip 19 of the beautiful Ludington Municipal Marina.
Lie a Lot Charters
200 S William St
With over 20 years of experience fishing from Ludington, Captain Mike will use his knowledge to insure a safe relaxing and exciting experience. The Lie A Lot is a 33ft Chris Craft with a 12 1/2 ft beam. Truly a great boat for fishing! There is lots of fishing room for up to 6 people. The Lie A Lot Charter Boat is easy to fnd and is located at Dock F, Slip 19 of the beautiful Ludington Municipal Marina.