Popular Michigan beach ranked among top 25 in US

Only 1 Michigan beach made the list

Kites fly during The Great Lakes Annual Kite Festival, Grand Haven State Park, Grand Haven, Michigan, photo (Copyright 2006 The Associated Press)

A popular Michigan beach has been named one of the best in the country.

Travel + Leisure recently released their list of the top 25 beaches in the U.S., ranked using different factors like:

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  • Sand quality
  • Level of privacy
  • Public transportation and parking
  • Activities
  • Shaded areas

Only one of Michigan’s beaches cracked the list: Grand Haven State Park.

Here’s what the writers said about it:

“Set on the shores of Lake Michigan, this 48-acre park with powdery white sand offers activities like fat-tire biking, barbecuing, sunbathing, swimming, and volleyball. There’s also a playground for the children, as well as scenic views of the lake and the Grand Haven South Pier and Lighthouses. While away the day on the beach, staying long enough to see a magical, dip-dyed sunset,” T+L wrote.

Most other beaches ranked were along ocean coastlines, including in Hawaii, San Diego, Florida and North Carolina.

Check out the full list of beaches here.


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