Here’s a fun fact for you: Michigan has the longest freshwater coastline in the United States (3,288 miles to be exact) and is bordered by four of the five great lakes. The only state with more coastline—freshwater or otherwise—is Alaska.
With so much lakeshore to choose from, picking the perfect beach can be overwhelming, so we’ve created a short list of some of our favorite beaches along Lake Michigan. Pack your sunscreen and your beach towel and enjoy!