Even though winters may be rough in the state of Michigan we can always look forward to the summer and all of the amazing things it has to offer. First off, the warm weather and bright sun give off the best vibes and there are tons of things to do all over the state. One of the most exciting parts of Michigan in the summer is the nature that the Mitten state displays.

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Michigan is jam-packed with some of the most beautiful landscapes and nature scenes in the world. One of the most beautiful parts of the nature scene in Michigan is water, more specifically the hundreds of inland lakes and the Great Lakes. And let's be honest here, there aren't too many things better than a trip to the beach.

Loading up the cooler, towels, and games into the car just builds the excitement for the day. As you draw closer to the beach you can smell the fresh water and get butterflies in your stomach knowing that it's going to be a great day. Although you can't go wrong, just like anything else, there are some beaches that are better than others.

Everybody likes something different when visiting the beach which means that not every beach will be enjoyable to everyone. Having a selection of different beaches to choose from is luxury we are blessed to have.

With that being said, below is a list of 15 beaches across the state of Michigan that should be on your summer bucket list for 2025:

Michigan's Best Beaches 2024

Twenty beaches were in the running for "Best Michigan Beach" in a USA Today and 10best readers' poll. These glorious Michigan locations were chosen by a panel of experts and then it was put up to a public vote. check out the Top Ten Beaches in Michigan and then the ones that did not make the cut after that.

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The 11 Best Beaches in Michigan on Great Lakes

If you're looking for Michigan's Best Great Lakes Beaches, look no further than US News' 2024 ranking of the Best Beaches on the Great Lakes. Using beach and water quality, surrounding amenities, and attractions, among other criteria, US News has selected the 11 best beach options.

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