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September 7, 2019
Pentwater, Michigan

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Things To Do

There is a lot to see and do in this picturesque area of Michigan. Here are some suggestions of spots to check out, with a variety of ideas for people of different ages.

Mears State Park and Campground

400 West Lowell Street, Pentwater, MI 49449
, (231) 869-2051

Mears State Park is home to the main beach in Pentwater and is also a campground with full service bathrooms if guests are interested in camping as an accomodations option.

Shopping in Pentwater

N Hancock Street, Pentwater, 49449

N Hancock Street, the main street of Pentwater is home to a fun variety of shops along with a few casual restaurants and ice cream shops. It's a great place for a stroll and you might find music or a farmers market on the village green. The beach is about a 10 minute walk from Hancock Street.

Pentwater River Outfitters

22 South Hancock Street, Pentwater, MI 49449
, (231) 869-2999

A local option for kayak and other rentals.

Pentwater Historical Society Museum

85 South Rutledge Street, Pentwater, MI 49449

Located in a renovated church in the village of Pentwater, the historical society offers a look at the town's and region's history.

Big Hart Brewing Company

4086 West Polk Road, Hart, MI 49420
, (231) 301-8226

Local brewery and restaurant.

The Barn Antiques

141 South 24th Avenue, Shelby, MI 49455
, (231) 327-2872

Bridget's aunt's shop located in a historical barn and full of antique items. A fun place to browse!

Cherry Point Farm And Market

9600 West Buchanan Road, Shelby, MI 49455
, (231) 861-2029

Find local fruit, vegetables, and baked goods for sale here.

Fox Barn Winery

500 S 18th Ave, Shelby, MI 49455

Just down the road from The Barn Antiques, Fox Barn Winery offers tastings of locally produced wines and a variety of locally produced food items.

Claybanks Pottery

7060 South Scenic Drive, New Era, MI 49446
, (231) 894-4177

Tucked in the woods south of Silver Lake, Claybanks has a beautiful and eclectic collection of handmade pottery.

Mac Wood's Dune Rides

629 North 18th Avenue, Mears, MI 49436
, (231) 873-2817

Famous in the area for its tours of the Silver Lake Sand Dunes, Mac Wood's Dune Rides is located in the Silver Lake area next to Whippy Dip ice cream shop.

AJ's Family Fun Center (Pentwater)

8915 N Bus U.S. 31, Pentwater, MI 49449

Mini golf and more make this spot about 10 minutes north of Pentwater a great stop for guests with children.

Craig's Cruisers (Silver Lake)

8343 Hazel Road, Silver Lake, MI 49436
, (231) 873-2511

Bumper cars and more makes this a fun spot for kids.

Jamesport Brewing Company

410 South James Street, Ludington, MI 49431
, (231) 845-2522

Jamesport Brewery is a great spot for food and drink for guests who head north of Pentwater to the larger beach town of Ludington.

Ludington State Park Beach

8800 Michigan 116, Ludington, MI 49431
, (231) 843-2423

A great place for hiking through the woods and along the lakeshore.

Up North Farm Market

3890 Monroe Road, Hart, MI 49420
, (231) 301-8601

Small petting zoo and extensive farm market just outside of Pentwater near the highway.

Lewis Farms & Petting Zoo

4180 Michigan 20, New Era, MI 49446
, (231) 861-5730

Large petting zoo and small farm market located south of Pentwater.

Fetch Brewing Co

100 West Colby Street, Whitehall, MI 49461
, (231) 292-1048

About 30 minutes south of Pentwater, the small town of Whitehall is home to local brewery Fetch Brewing located in a renovated old bank building.

Little Sable Point Lighthouse

287 North Lighthouse Drive, Mears, MI 49436
, (231) 845-7417

On the southern end of Silver Lake and part of Silver Lake State Park, the lighthouse overlooks a beach and Lake Michigan. Daily tours for a fee.

Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail Park

New Era, MI 49446
, (231) 869-2051

The paved trail connects Hart, just south of Pentwater, with Montague, about 25 miles south, and passes through orchards and woods. Bike rentals are available in Pentwater.

Country Dairy Farm Store

3476 South 80th Avenue, New Era, MI 49446
, (231) 861-4636

Local producer of delicious ice cream treats. Right on the Hart-Montague Bike Trail.

Hill & Hollow Campground & RV Park

Pentwater, MI 49449
, (231) 869-5811

An option for guests interested in camping located a short ways outside the town of Pentwater.

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