Saugatuck is one of Michigan's premiere beach towns. Historic Oval Beach is nestled among towering sand dunes and bordered by the winding Kalamazoo River on its way to Lake Michigan. Activities abound on the two waterways. Saugatuck's Oval Beach has been rated by Conde Naste's Traveler Magazine as one of the 25 best shorelines in the world.

Dozens of working painters, sculptors, ceramicists, and other artists call Saugatuck home, enriching the community with an open-minded outlook and an appreciation of art. Visitors can discover fine art in every medium as well as finely crafted goods from a mix of local and national artists. Discover the creative culture that’s at Saugatuck's heart and soul and why it's known as the “the art coast of Michigan.”

Sample an array of locally grown varietals at the four wineries that call this area home. Featuring small-batch expertise and artistry, Saugatuck's wineries produce award-winning wines from estate-grown and locally-harvested grapes that flourish in the Southwest Michigan climate. Many of the wineries offer tours, events, and tastings, providing the ultimate wine experience. The wineries also feature tasting rooms and wine bars that give you additional opportunities to sip and savor the fruit of the vine.

See the fall colors in all their glory by hiking one of the many trails located in Saugatuck!

Home to some culinary giants, this small coastal getaway leads to big flavors for foodies. For such a small geographic region in the Midwest, Saugatuck/Douglas offers a surprisingly sophisticated and inspired culinary experience sure to please any palate. Not only is it located in the country’s second most agriculturally diverse state, it's also situated within Michigan’s Fruit Belt region. With bushels of produce ripe for the picking within a 10-mile radius, farm-to-table fare here becomes elevated by the bounty of what’s locally harvested. All within a few square miles, you can indulge in fresh twists from award-winning chefs or experience common casual dishes done uncommonly well.