Things To Do
Windmill Island Gardens
A group of City Fathers in the 1950s and 60s recognized the importance of keeping our heritage alive as well as providing a place where community-members and visitors could gather. They were able to procure the last working windmill allowed to leave the Netherlands in 1964. The historic windmill 'de Zwaan' is the highlight of our park and stands amongst 36 acres of exhibits, gardens and natural areas. The mill still turns and grinds grain into flour and a tour up 5 floors is the highlight of any visit to the park.
Centennial Park
In 1902 Teunis TenHouten, a Dutch Immigrant, donated a rustic 20 foot fountain of rock, which was placed at this facility. The fountain was designed and built by Johannes Van Lente. Underground restrooms were added in 1904. In 1907 the bandstand was built on top of the restrooms. 1988 Mayor Philip Tanis directed a Buy-a-Brick campaign that paved the walks in this park. In 1991 the Holland Area Home Builders Association contributed a gazebo. Also, in 1991 the City of Holland installed Victorian lighting throughout the park to continue with the Victorian park theme of this facility.
Holland Museum
Saugatuck Dunes State Park
Saugatuck Dunes State Park is home to 2.5 miles of sandy Lake Michigan shoreline, coastal dunes, forested areas, 13 miles of trails and the 300-acre Patty Birkholz Natural Area. Four trails take visitors over rolling terrain and sandy trails to Lake Michigan. The .75-mile, one-way Beach Trail (yellow markers) is the shortest route. The park’s 300-acre Patty Birkholz Natural Area contains a coastal dune system and three endangered plant species, and stands as a testament to environmental champion and former state Sen. Birkholz’s legacy of love and commitment to the coastal dune system.
Saugatuck Dune Rides
One of West Michigan’s premier attractions!! Their goal is to provide you with entertainment, fun, and excitement. Tour one of Michigan’s treasures. Learn of the lost town of Singapore or check out the local vegetation and wildlife.
Mount Baldhead
Mount Baldhead, also known as Mt. Baldy or Radar Hill, is a prominent sand dune in Saugatuck, Michigan, offering panoramic views of the Kalamazoo River valley and Lake Michigan. It features a 230-foot dune with 303 wooden steps leading to an observation deck. The area is also home to the Saugatuck Gap Filler Annex, a Cold War-era radar station.
Saugatuck-Douglas History Museum
One of Michigan's best-known and most-visited small town museums, annually drawing nearly 10,000 visitors to its exhibits and more than 40,000 visitors to its outdoor garden and harbor-front walkway. Open daily Memorial Day-Labor Day and weekends in Sept. and Oct. Admission: free, donations gratefully accepted.
Saugatuck Chain Ferry
he only remaining chain driven ferry in the country, it has been in use since 1838. Three pullies keep it in line as it is being pulled across the Kalamazoo River. The operator turns a crank on the inside and this pulls the ferry along the chain. You can hop the ferry for a ride across the river and then take the walking trail to Oval Beach.
Fenn Valley Vineyards
Saugatuck Brewing Company
