The 10 Best Free Things to do in Muskegon County, Muskegon County

October 6, 2021 Margarita Chappel

Discover the best top things to do in Muskegon County, United States including The Cheese Lady, Art Cats Gallery, Pere Marquette Park, Lakeshore Bike Trail, Kruse Park, Medbury Park, Muskegon Farmer’s Market, Muskegon South Pierhead Lighthouse, Worlds Largest Weathervane, Downtown Muskegon Public Art.
Restaurants in Muskegon County

1. The Cheese Lady

808 Terrace St, Muskegon, MI 49440-1123 +1 231-728-3000 http://www.thecheeselady.net
Excellent
92%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 71 reviews

The Cheese Lady

Reviewed By MSUmindy - Shelby, United States

The Cheese Lady in Muskegon has a wonderful selection of cheeses, wines, and the accessories to present, serve, and enjoy them. The staff is well informed and helpful. COVID-19 safety procedures are closely followed and give a true sense of safe shopping. The prices are very good for a HUGE variety of excellent cheeses. It is definitely worth the stop!

1845 Lakeshore Dr Suite 1, Muskegon, MI 49441-1896 +1 231-755-7606 [email protected] http://artcatsgallery.com
Excellent
91%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 11 reviews

Art Cats Gallery

Art Cats Gallery, A West Michigan Gallery: All Hand Made All the Time! We love West Michigan and our location in the Historic and Eclectic Lakeside District of Muskegon on the shore of Muskegon Lake! Art Cats Gallery carries a fabulous selection of original paintings, prints, pottery, glass, and an amazing array of artist made jewelry. Adjacent to the studio of owner Louise Hopson.

3. Pere Marquette Park

Beach St, Muskegon, MI 49441-1091 http://www.muskegon-mi.gov/departments/parks/pere-marquette/
Excellent
78%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 467 reviews

Pere Marquette Park

Reviewed By melissadU8051XM

This is our favorite beach. Lots of parking, clean with decent bathrooms. The beach area is huge, so even when there are tons of people, you dont feel super crowded. They also have a concession stand with ice cream, hot dogs etc. Along with rentals for water gear.

4. Lakeshore Bike Trail

Muskegon, MI http://www.visitmuskegon.org/lakeshoretrail.htm
Excellent
68%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 65 reviews

Lakeshore Bike Trail

5. Kruse Park

3205 W Sherman Blvd, Muskegon, MI 49441 http://www.muskegon-mi.gov/departments/parks/kruse/
Excellent
62%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 52 reviews

Kruse Park

Reviewed By J2636SNcynthiaw - Freeland, United States

Clean area, felt very safe. There is limited parking at the Beach side park (50 cars) (Not suitable for larger RVs and large trucks). If you are using the beach area, it is sandy and water shoes work the best or old tennis shoes. The boardwalk is handicap accessible and stairs to the beach. Great for getting your stroller and little one to the beach, , , but stroller not usable on sandy beach. When on the beach it states no Dogs to the Left and Dogs on leash to the Right. We went to the right and felt just fine taking our dog off leash as everyone else had their dogs off of leash, although there is more than one sign that states" dog on leash only" . All the dogs enjoyed the waves, running after balls, frizbees and just being free. . There was about a 12 foot sandy beach area to walk with the lake on one side and Dunes that went up high on the other side. We could see a big board walk up on the dunes. . The dog run beach is about 1 mile long and meets up to a another park with signs stating "No Dogs", so we turned around and went back. Another parking area in the park to the S. of the dog beach takes you to a rent-able pavilion, flush restrooms, great playscape for young children, with lots of parking. (no access to beach here). The parking area between the two different sections of this park is maybe a 1/4 mile. We had a great time at the playscape and used both the beach area and the play-cape area more than once when we were camping at the State Park.

6. Medbury Park

Old Channel Trail, Montague, MI 49437 +1 231-893-1155 http://whitelake.org/medbury-park
Excellent
57%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 23 reviews

Medbury Park

Reviewed By 842gretchenm - Muskegon, United States

This park is on the White Lake channel to Lake Michigan so you can watch boats going out to the big lake, walk to the old lighthouse or just chill on the beach nearby. There are bathrooms as well. Bonus, it's dog-friendly!

7. Muskegon Farmer’s Market

242 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440-1094 +1 231-722-3251 [email protected] http://www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com/
Excellent
75%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 77 reviews

Muskegon Farmer’s Market

We are one of the largest Farmers Market in Michigan featuring fresh produce, crafts and fine arts, Kids Power of Produce Club, teaching kitchen, entertainment and more.

Reviewed By thomashH860PG

Because of Covid, arrive early as this market gets crowded! The staff was great as they controlled the flow of shoppers. Everyone was masked for safety. There was a good selection of perennials, shrubs and flowers for sale at very fair and often inexpensive prices. We purchased fresh berries, cherries, wonderful breads and scones. We also purchased a variety of masks for our kids and grand children. The vegetables looked wonderful. There are a variety of crafts available for purchase too. Everyone was nice and welcoming. This is definitely worth a weekend visit.

8. Muskegon South Pierhead Lighthouse

1453 Beach St on the pier behind the Coast Guard Building, Muskegon Heights, MI 49441-1068 http://www.us-lighthouses.com/displaypage.php?LightID=227
Excellent
46%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 13 reviews

Muskegon South Pierhead Lighthouse

Reviewed By juspar_ - Gaston, United States

I visited both of the South Pierhead Lighthouse and the South Breakwater light during my stay in Muskegon in early October 2020. I visited the South Breakwater light first and due to the off season (and possible covid-19) there was barely anyone on the beaches or at the light houses, which was ideal for me. The South Breakwater light is about a mile round trip and gives you beautiful views of Lake Michigan and of the other light houses surrounding the area. The breakwater light itself is a very interesting sight, but there are no rails on the concrete pad where it sits and when wet it can become slippery so be careful when visiting. The South Pierhead Lighthouse was much easier to get to and just as interesting although between the two the breakwater light was more fun to visit. I definitely recommend visiting both in the early morning to avoid a rush of people if you want to get good pictures.

9. Worlds Largest Weathervane

Corner of Dowling & Water Street, Montague, MI
Excellent
40%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 83 reviews

Worlds Largest Weathervane

Reviewed By jancG1095BW

This is a must see weather vane. Get some ice cream at Twisters right next door. Enjoy the Weather Vane and watch our beautiful White Lake.

10. Downtown Muskegon Public Art

350 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440-1146 +1 231-722-3751 http://Downtownmuskegon.org
Excellent
27%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
27%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 11 reviews

Downtown Muskegon Public Art

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