Travel Destinations Michigan Saugatuck, Michigan Top Things to Do in Saugatuck, Michigan Oval Beach, Mount Baldhead, Saugatuck Dune Rides and Saugatuck Dunes State Park draw visitors to this town on the Lake Michigan shore. By Midwest Living editors Midwest Living editors Midwest Living's experienced editors create best-in-class travel, lifestyle, food, home and garden content you won't find anywhere else. We're loudly, proudly Midwestern, and we're passionate about helping our audience explore and create through award-winning storytelling. Midwest Living's Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 30, 2022 Retro Boat Rentals. Photo: Ryan Donnell Do Art Galleries Galleries reflect Saugatuck's artsy spirit. Favorites include James Brandess' Studio and Gallery for oil paintings. saugatuck.com Fenn Valley Vineyards Nine miles southeast of Saugatuck, sip premium wines and take in-depth tours that include the vineyards. fennvalley.com Mount Baldhead Climb 282 stairs up the dune for a great overlook of Oval Beach and the surrounding area. saugatuck.com Oval Beach. Oval Beach This popular beach is known for its sweeping shoreline around Lake Michigan and the backdrop of dunes. saugatuck.com Retro Boat Rentals Cruise around Saugatuck Harbor in vintage eye candy. retroboatrentals.com Saugatuck Chain Ferry Step aboard the hand-crank ferry for a 5-minute float across the Kalamazoo River to near the base of Mount Baldhead. saugatuckcity.com John Noltner Saugatuck Dune Rides Take an exciting and entertaining 40-minute ride among the dunes. saugatuckduneride.com Saugatuck Dunes State Park A 2.5-mile sandy beach and dunes more than 200 feet tall draw nature enthusiasts, bird-watchers and hikers. Trails lead over steep slopes to secluded beaches. michigan.gov/dnr Eat and Drink Bowdie's Chophouse The dining room seats just 25, ensuring an intimate experience at the steakhouse in Saugatuck. bowdieschophouse.com Marro's Dine on Italian classics such as shrimp scampi, lasagna and ravioli. The Piano Lounge typically provides live music Thursdays through Sundays. marrosrestaurant.com Stay Bella Vita Spa and Suites In Saugatuck, six modern suites overlook downtown and have flat-screen TVs. bellavitaspaandsuites.com The Belvedere Inn and Restaurant On 6 acres just northeast of town, the 1913 Prairie-style mansion has fireplaces in each of its 10 guest rooms and elegant furnishings. thebelvedereinn.com Jillian Bowes Lake Shore Resort Every room at the Saugatuck lodging comes with a water view. Breakfast, coaster bikes, kayaks and morning yoga come complimentary; guests also enjoy a heated pool and sunset firepits. lakeshoreresortsaugatuck.com Johnny Quirin The Pines Motor Lodge Travelers find a cluster of retro-chic 1950-era motor inns near Saugatuck's beaches, restaurants and shops. Sleep in Amish-crafted beds with pillow-top mattresses. thepinesmotorlodge.com Wickwood Inn This romantic B&B offers way more than just a farm-to-table breakfast. Guests are also treated to afternoon sweets and evening "sips and small plates." wickwoodinn.com For more information: saugatuck.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit