Muskegon, Michigan
Located 15 minutes North of Grand Haven, and 30 miles West of Grand Rapids, Muskegon has always boasted strong ties to industry and manufacturing but don’t underestimate its FUN potential! Muskegon has the best of both worlds with big city entertainment in a Lakeshore community. Muskegon has many cultural venues such as the state of the art, fully restored, Frauenthal Center. In addition, in early February, Muskegon hosts the Muskegon Film Festival. A world class 2-day event that showcases young and independent filmakers. Muskegon also hosts the UHL Ice Hockey contender, the Muskegon Fury, the Colonial Cup Champions for 2004-2005 season.
Muskegon also has some of the finest outdoor recreation areas including P.J. Hoffmaster State Park and Muskegon State Park. Muskegon State Park uniquely features a luge run and both parks feature excellent camping facilities. Olympic hopeful, Mark Grimmette honed his love for the luge in his hometown of Muskegon right here at this local spot. Muskegon also boasts many miles of coastal beaches. Local events include Tall Ships, Summer Celebration, the Muskegon Film Festival, and the Muskegon Air Fair.
Don't miss out on the great dining offered in the Muskegon area that includes old favorites like Village Inn Pizza and Fricano's Pizza, in addition to local treasures including Rafferty's, City Cafe, and the Hearthstone, just a few of the Lister Group restaurants.
Muskegon has successfully blended the best it has to offer during the first two weeks of July by combining Muskegon Summer Celebration with a slide right into the Muskegon Air fair. It just doesn't get any better than that! Follow these links to get to these informative web sites for additional informaiton. Make sure you come back here to amichgianthing.com to book your hotel online and to visit our businesses.
AMT’S PICK: The “Oval’s” located at Muskegon City Beach, this has been a long treasured cruising spot. During the summer, be sure to check out the Weather Rock at the Whippi Dip while you are enjoying tasty summer treats.
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