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Ludington, Hamlin Lake and Mason County Information

Lots to do and places to go. Make Waterside Resort your vacation destination.

Google Calendar for Waterside Resort and the Ludington Area

Ludington State Park

Ludington State Park is comprised of nearly 5,300 acres of scenic sand dunes, shoreline vista, ponds, marshlands and forests. It is situated between Hamlin Lake and Lake Michigan with several miles of shoreline and beaches on both bodies of water.

There are three modern campgrounds at Ludington State Park -- Pines, Cedar and Beechwood -- with a combined total of 355 campsites including three mini-cabins. These sites have electricity and modern shower and bathroom facilities in each campground. Cedar Campground also has a small loop of eight tent-only sites separated from the modern site loop.

These tent sites do not have electricity but are within walking distance of the restrooms and showers. For backpack campers, Ludington offers 10 remote tent sites in the new Jack Pine Hike-In only campground. This campground has no electricity and the toilet facilities are rustic. Showers are available at the Pines modern campground during the site specific season.

All equipment and supplies must be backpacked or bicycle packed one mile into the sites from the designated parking area. Dogs are not allowed in any water area used for swimming or wading. They may not be left unattended, and must be on a leash no longer than six feet and under the owner's control at all times

Big Sable Point Light

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Big Sable Point Light is a lighthouse on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan near Ludington in Mason County , Michigan , at the Ludington State Park . It is an active aid to navigation.

On July 28, 1866, Congress appropriated $35,000 for a new lighthouse at Big Sable Point. Approximately 933 acres (3.78 km 2 ) was deeded from the State of Michigan to the US at no cost and early 1867 construction began, making it the first light station in the area.

Built in 1867, the 112-foot (34 m) tower was originally made of yellow cream brick. It has a focal plane of 106 feet (32 m). The building was made of so-called Cream City Brick . The brick deteriorated and was thereafter covered with boiler plate in 1900.

Current status and getting there - Take state highway M-116 north from Ludington to Lakeshore Drive. Proceed north for 6.5-mile (10.5 km) to Ludington State Park .

A vehicle permit is required and a fee collected. It is under the care of the Sable Point Lightkeepers Association, which was formed in 1986.

The organization has been instrumental in restoring the light and associated buildings. A volunteer keeper program makes is possible for volunteers to live and work in the lighthouse for two week periods. There is a waiting list to do this. Tours are available, and events do occur (a calendar is available).

Ludington Art Fairs

In downtown Ludington, the City Park plays host to the West Shore Art League's Fine Arts and Crafts Show the first weekend in July and the Chamber of Commerce's artisans fair in August.

The WSAL's Annual Fine Art and Craft Fair in the Ludington City Park, Saturday, July 2nd, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, and Sunday, July 3rd, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, this Art Fair has been ranked in the top 100 in the country according to Sunshine Magazine, and annually brings more than 150,000 people to view the works of art. You can expect to find paintings, drawings, sculpture, glass, jewelry, ceramic art & pottery, photography, fabric art, yard art and crafts and more.

Stearns Park Beach

Macker Weekend

Gus Macker is a nationally recognized 3-on-3 tournament which is produced by local communities. Teams of various age, size and talent compete against other teams of similar makeup for the chance to win top quality trophies. Hundreds of thousands of dollars are brought into the community by this event. Over $1.3 million dollars have benefited our local charities throughout the last 16 years.

Ludington's Gus Macker is a great financial boost to our community, benefitting our region economically many times over. As in past years, The Gus Macker committee expects to sell-out, reaching the 900 team limit and bringing in 4,000 players and an estimated spectator crowd of 25,000 to the Ludington region.

Ludington Breakwall and Lighthouse

Lighthouse Motel

The Lighthouse Motel is a family-run motel located close to many of the great attractions around Ludington, Hamlin Lake, and West Michigan. The Stearns Park beach and Lake Michigan are a block from your door. Downtown Ludington with its restaurants and variety of shops are close by. At the Lighthouse Motel you will find 13 modern, clean and comfortable rooms. Double rooms have Microwaves and Refrigerators. While you're visiting there will be plenty of things to do. Rent a surry, go to the beach, visit the Ludington State Park, canoe down the Pere Marquette.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Touch tone phones with free local calls
  • Complimentary morning coffee
  • Color cable remote TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Ice machine and Fish freezer
  • Complimentary carferry pick-up
  • Refrigerators & Microwaves in all rooms with 2 beds
  • Open Year Round

Hamlin Lake Jet Ski

Experience the Hamlin Lake shoreline and sand dunes aboard a Yamaha VX Jet Ski. Stable enough for beginners yet fast enough for the daring. Safe & fun for family and friends. Storage on-board for personal items.