Lakeside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Michigan's Adventure
Bring the family to Michigan's Adventure and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Muskegon. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the adventure tours.
Pere Marquette Park Beach
Enjoy a relaxing day at this central city park with a wide sandy beach, outdoor activities and lovely views over Lake Michigan.
Muskegon State Park
Hike over scenic dunes, paddle in the lake or go wild for winter adventure sports at this beloved nature park.
Muskegon Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Muskegon Beach during your trip to Muskegon?
USS Silversides
After years of distinguished service, this U.S. navy submarine has taken on a new and important role as a memorial and military history museum.
Hackley and Hume Historic Site
Explore the beautiful 19th-century mansions of two of Muskegon’s former lumber barons and participate in seasonal activities in and around the site.
Our pick of the best Lakeside Hotel Deals
The Lakeside Micro Apartment
Very nice quiet apt for a short stay
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
The Farmhouse - Tiny Digs Lakeshore
We’ve stayed here twice now. It’s perfect for my daughter and I for a quick overnight.
Reviewed on 19 May 2025
Pristine Two bedroom getaway near Lake Express Ferry & Lake Michigan
We were So pleased with the property, the home and the location. On top of that the owner of the property was fantastic and would easily and quickly respond to anything you had questions about. The location is beyond perfect and the neighborhood is so quiet and safe. It is right in the middle of ...
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Grand Haven
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Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
The Weathervane Inn
Loved the jacuzzi tub in our room!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Muskegon
It is up kept very well, it was clean and when I was there it was full. The manager helped me park my trailer and even suggest where on the grass to park. Very nice since the lot was full. Would stay there again without a 2nd thought
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside
Beachwood-Bluffton
If you're spending some time in Beachwood-Bluffton, Lake Michigan and Pere Marquette Park Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Roosevelt Park
Roosevelt Park is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail while you're in town.
Nims
While Nims may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail.
Bluffton
If you're spending some time in Bluffton, Lake Michigan and Pere Marquette Park Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Nelson
If you're spending some time in Nelson, Hackley and Hume Historic Site and USS LST 393 are top sights worth seeing.
Muskegon Heights
Lake views and restaurants are some things travellers note about Muskegon Heights. Check out Hackley and Hume Historic Site or USS LST 393 while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
