The weather is warming up at The Weathervane and the activities of summer have begun! Are you planning your West Michigan bucket list? Whether you are looking to immerse yourself in nature with the beauty of White Lake & Lake Michigan, take in a show, or attend a local festival, or a foodie looking to try something new, we are sharing our Top 10 things that you won’t want to miss adding to your trip plans!
Are you looking for some fun on White Lake? Stop in and see our neighbors at Waterdog Outfitters for all of your outdoor equipment needs! Need to rent a kayak, paddleboard, or bike? They have you covered! Stop in and see them and then hit the Hart-Montague Trail or White Lake lakeshore!
Visit https://water-dog.com/ for more information.
Fancy a show? Stop in at The Playhouse for some amazing local fine arts and entertainment. Their summer show schedule includes “You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown” and “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”.
For show times & ticket pricing, visit http://theplayhouseatwhitelake.org/.
Are you a foodie that is looking for a great, local stop that will feature culinary creations you have never seen before? The Gnarly Heifer is the place for you! Stop in and try whatever catches your eye!
To view their menu and more, visit their Facebook Page.
Ready to sample some local craft beers? Make sure to stop in at Fetch! The first Microbrewery in the White Lake area, we opened our doors in 2014 with the intention of brewing top-notch Craft Beer. Home to 15 rotating taps and the new collaboration with The Gnarly Heifer called “Graze at Fetch” it’s a fun place to add to your list!
See what they have in the works on their Facebook Page.
Built in 1875 to help navigate lumber schooners’ access to the White Lake Area for lumber to send to Chicago to rebuild after the infamous Chicago Fire – this Light Station and Museum boasts a lot of history to enjoy. Open daily through September 7th!
To learn more about the hours of operation, visit the Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association on Facebook.
Enjoy a day of thrifting to see what you come across? Add Colby’s to your list! Known as the store that “never looks the same twice” you won’t want to miss checking out what they have to offer! Snag a deal and bring home something unique.
For operating hours, learn more on their Facebook Page.
46th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
Our White Lake Annual Arts & Crafts Festival is always a big hit! Join in at scenic Goodrich Park on June 14th & 15th and browse over 70 unique, local arts & crafts vendors. Don’t forget about the live music, tasty treats, and inflatable fun for the kids!
Learn more at the White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau.
Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks
If you are spending the holiday with us, you won’t want to miss our annual Fourth of July festivities! From the parade through White Lake with over 90 entries, all the way through til the fireworks over White Lake at dusk, there is something for the whole family to enjoy. Spend the day exploring all that Montague has to offer and then wrap up the evening with the fireworks show!
Learn more at the White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau.
Are you a thrill seeker that is ready to take on the latest roller coaster? You might want to add a day at Michigan’s Adventure to your list. Located just a short drive away in Muskegon, it is the largest amusement & water park in the state with over 60 rides and attractions for all ages!
For rates, park hours, and directions, visit their website at www.miadventure.com.
In the summer months, Muskegon Luge is home to outdoor fun with zip lining, wheel luge, rock climbing, archery and more! They also have scheduled accessibility days that celebrate inclusion with adapted adventures so everyone can enjoy the fun (the next one will be June 11)!
To view their schedule, activities, and pricing, visit their Facebook Page.