Muskegon Travel Guide

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Pro

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  Lake access, down-to-earth people 


Con

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  Working 


In a nutshell

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  It was a charming town to live in and go to high school 

 

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Pere Marquette Beach/Hoffmaster State Park

Pere Marquette Beach/Hoffmaster State Park, Muskegon

 asylum Says:  Hiking/beaches/relaxingWintersports complex @ State Park in North Muskegon 

Muskegon

Muskegon, Muskegon

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World war II naval history

World war II naval history, Muskegon

 yursparky Says:  If you are into history and ships/submarines, the Great Lakes Naval Memorial and museum is a must. USS Silversides is a special treat if you can get in on a tour. 

Hackley House

Hackley House, Muskegon

 mhendon Says:  This three-story wood-frame building is one of Michigan's most splendid examples of Queen Anne architecture. Fifteen stained-glass windows add to the elegance of the structure, and the interior decoration includes hand stenciled walls and ceilings, carved woodwork and seven... 

Pere Marquette Beach

Pere Marquette Beach, Muskegon

 mhendon Says:  Our FREE city park on Lake Michigan has, in my opinion, the most beautiful beach in Michigan. The Clean Beaches Council, a non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., today awards 53 stretches of sand with a spot on its fifth annual list of "Clean and Healthy... 

Lake Michigan

Lake Michigan, Muskegon

 h0ckeynut17 Says:  If you're here between April and September, check the weather forecast and head to the beach! Great sandy beaches readily accessible, including a doggy beach. 

Hotels  

Shoreline Inn

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Hampton Inn Muskegon

 1 Review and 38 Opinions  The hotel is near the Lakes Mall and restaurants, Meijers, Target etc. It is convenient if you are... 

Restaurants  

Topo's Italian: CLOSED

Topo's Italian: CLOSED, Muskegon

 ankealkasp Says:  Closed up 

Topo's Italian: CLOSED

Topo's Italian: CLOSED, Muskegon

 ankealkasp Says:  Closed up 

Sardine Room: steaks, martinis and all the good stuff

Sardine Room: steaks, martinis and all the good stuff, Muskegon

 AlexisFilly Says:  Great ambiance, a fine cozy dining experience (that won't break the bank) a gem you might not step into, if you didn't know it was there, but you won't regret. Great homemade soup or mixed greens salad for a lighter meal. As much as I like the steak, a couple slices of... 

Hearthstone Bistro: Great Local Restaurant

Hearthstone Bistro: Great Local Restaurant, Muskegon

 mhendon Says:  This is my favorite local restaurant. Well known for its wonderful soups, salads, and sandwiches, the restaurant offers a full menu of steaks, seafood and pasta. Hearthstone Cheese SoupThere are at least three daily soups, one of which is always a type of cheese. The soups... 

The Sardine Room: Great Food, Cozy Atmosphere

The Sardine Room: Great Food, Cozy Atmosphere, Muskegon

 mhendon Says:  This local restaurant features a wide variety of entrees and martinis! Great Bar! Jack Daniels salmon and salmon salad 

China Express: Chinese and Cheap

China Express: Chinese and Cheap, Muskegon

 h0ckeynut17 Says:  No flashy restaurant, this one, just good food fast. Great fried rice, crab rangoon, large menu and they also have a lunch and dinner buffet. All of them! 

Topo's Restaurant & Docker's Restaurant: Lister restaurants-City Cafe/Hearthstone/Brownston

Topo's Restaurant   &  Docker's Restaurant: Lister restaurants-City Cafe/Hearthstone/Brownston, Muskegon

 asylum Says:  Dockers is a great p;ace to hang out and watch the boats and scenery of Harbour Town Marina/Yacht club. 

Transportation  

Lake Express Ferry

Lake Express Ferry, Muskegon

 mhendon Says:  Cross Lake Michigan in 2 1/2 hours. Roundtrips daily between Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Muskegon, Michigan. 

Local Customs  

Website for Muskegon Harbor

Website for Muskegon Harbor, Muskegon

 asylum Says:  Hello 

Warnings Or Dangers  

The Heights

The Heights, Muskegon

 h0ckeynut17 Says:  Muskegon Heights is Muskegon's worst area for crime. It's no Detroit 8 Mile, but should still be steered around by lone travellers and females.The Heights is basically the area west of Getty, south of Laketon, and northeast of Business-31. One particular flashpoint is a 7-11... 

Too much fun at the beach

Too much fun at the beach, Muskegon

 asylum Says:  SUNBURN!!!!!!!!Don't forget the Sunblock 

Off The Beaten Path  

The State Park is wonderful on...

The State Park is wonderful on..., Muskegon

 Douma359 Says:  The State Park is wonderful on quiet days. They also have a lot of great hiking trails and you can see the luge tracks that olympic trainers use. 

Sports & Outdoors  

Musketawa Trail

Musketawa Trail, Muskegon

 h0ckeynut17 Says:  Stretching from Black Creek Road just north of Sherman (east of US-31) out through the back of Fruitport to Ravenna and on to Conklin and Marne, the Musketawa Trail is a biking, rollerblading, snowmobiling and cross-country ski trail built along an old railway... 

Favorites  

Great beaches!!!!!!

Great beaches!!!!!!, Muskegon

 asylum Says:  Undiscovered place to visit & live without the CROWDS! Lifeguarding at Pere Marquette Park in the Summers.Spending time on the water boating & sailing 

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 Home from home - Since March 1999, Muskegon has been my new home. My wife and I have lived in a few different apartments across the town so we know it from different angles. We have now settled in the east of the... 

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Home from home

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 Since March 1999, Muskegon has been my new home. My wife and I have lived in a few different apartments across the town so we know it from different angles. We have now settled in the east of the... 

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Asylum's Muskegon page

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 We call our place Timbershores; since we live on the lake and surrounded by trees. 

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Muskegon

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 Summerfest this year was great! I ran the Seaway Road 5k Race taking 7th with a 16:40. The concerts were good too. They brought in Gin Blossoms, Spin Doctors, Seven Mary Three and Sponge for one of...... 

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e_mcroberts's new Muskegon Page

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 I grew up in Muskegon! I have not been there in years, but would LOVE to visit!!! 

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 Welcome to the Port City 

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