Guidebook for Muskegon
Parks & Nature
It's a great doggy beach. I've gone there without my dog because everyone is so friendly. There is also a no-dog section.
15 locals recommend
Kruse Park
3205 W Sherman BlvdIt's a great doggy beach. I've gone there without my dog because everyone is so friendly. There is also a no-dog section.
My favorite beach in the area, there is an inland lake for swimming, small pools that warm up for children to play in and Lake Michigan.
30 locals recommend
Duck Lake State Park
4733 N Scenic DrMy favorite beach in the area, there is an inland lake for swimming, small pools that warm up for children to play in and Lake Michigan.
An indoor nature center within a state park. A dune climb, beach and many trails for hiking, skiing and more!
Gillette Visitor Center
6585 Lake Harbor RoadAn indoor nature center within a state park. A dune climb, beach and many trails for hiking, skiing and more!
Just a block away from Temple House, Heritage Landing is the site for our outdoor live music festivals, has great playgrounds and a lovely bridge.
18 locals recommend
Heritage Landing
West Western AvenueJust a block away from Temple House, Heritage Landing is the site for our outdoor live music festivals, has great playgrounds and a lovely bridge.
Everything Else
Sandwiches right up the street. They're really good!
21 locals recommend
Fatty Lumpkins Sandwich Shack
971 Washington AveSandwiches right up the street. They're really good!
Food Scene
Cherokee Restaurant
1971 W Sherman BlvdA good meal, close-by for a good price. Locals love it!
As someone who has been to India, this food is authentic and delicious!
9 locals recommend
Curry Kitchen
1133 3rd StAs someone who has been to India, this food is authentic and delicious!
With many fresh seafood options, this place has a deck overlooking a channel into Muskegon Lake.
58 locals recommend
Dockers Restaurant
3505 Marina View PointWith many fresh seafood options, this place has a deck overlooking a channel into Muskegon Lake.
Right around the corner from the hostel, this place is cheaper than Starbucks and has light fare.
15 locals recommend
The Coffee Factory
1402 Hudson StRight around the corner from the hostel, this place is cheaper than Starbucks and has light fare.
Rebel Pies
360 W Western AveLocated in Unruly Brewery, they have excellent pizza.
Founded in 1974, this is the home of many breakfast favorites, including the 'Old Glory.' Expect a wait for weekend brunch, so be sure to get there early!
6 locals recommend
Mr. B's Pancake House
1910 E Apple AveFounded in 1974, this is the home of many breakfast favorites, including the 'Old Glory.' Expect a wait for weekend brunch, so be sure to get there early!
Drinks & Nightlife
Good craft beer, board games and sometimes live music in a family-friendly atmosphere.
34 locals recommend
Pigeon Hill Brewing Company
895 4th StGood craft beer, board games and sometimes live music in a family-friendly atmosphere.
One of two breweries in downtown Muskegon, they also feature live music with local bands, some of whom practice here at Temple House!
26 locals recommend
Unruly Brewing Company
360 W Western AveOne of two breweries in downtown Muskegon, they also feature live music with local bands, some of whom practice here at Temple House!
Sightseeing
Get a tour of the historic homes of the famous lumber barons whose fortunes built this town.
33 locals recommend
Hackley & Hume Historic Site
484 W Webster AveGet a tour of the historic homes of the famous lumber barons whose fortunes built this town.
Entertainment & Activities
This historic theater is home to our local orchestra and so much more.
18 locals recommend
Frauenthal Center
425 W Western AveThis historic theater is home to our local orchestra and so much more.
This is our local, independent theater. It's re-opening in the summer of 2016.
6 locals recommend
Harbor Cinema
This is our local, independent theater. It's re-opening in the summer of 2016.
One of only a small handful of drive-ins left in the state, this place is open seasonally and shows double features!
22 locals recommend
Getty Drive-in Theater
920 E Summit AveOne of only a small handful of drive-ins left in the state, this place is open seasonally and shows double features!
For travelers who are already Boat Clubs members, there are locations 20 min. north of Muskegon in Whitehall and 20 min. south in Grand Haven.
Freedom Boat Club of West Michigan - Grand Haven
1719 Pine StFor travelers who are already Boat Clubs members, there are locations 20 min. north of Muskegon in Whitehall and 20 min. south in Grand Haven.
Essentials
Not only do they have a great local beer and wine section, they can make you a customized sandwich.
Wayne's Deli & Beverage
746 W Laketon AveNot only do they have a great local beer and wine section, they can make you a customized sandwich.
Many Asian grocery items, snack foods and frozen homemade prepared spring rolls and dumplings. Many gift and jewelry items. The owner is a fashion design and does alterations. This place is very special!
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food
939 3rd StMany Asian grocery items, snack foods and frozen homemade prepared spring rolls and dumplings. Many gift and jewelry items. The owner is a fashion design and does alterations. This place is very special!