Vacationing in Saugatuck & Douglas
Saugatuck and Douglas are two, darling, neighboring towns that are separated by the Kalamazoo River. Home to the Ox-Bow School of Arts, these towns have been attracting artists since the early 20th century. Now known as The Art Coast of Michigan it has been charming travelers with its plentiful art galleries, acclaimed restaurants and wineries, award winning beaches, and has become contenders for the title of best beach towns in the country.
Why choose Saugatuck & Douglas?
For decades this area has been attracting visitors from Michigan, Chicago, surrounding cities, and beyond with its quaint lake town vibes. Rich in culture these towns create an inclusive feeling for all of its guests so that no one feels they don't belong. Whether you're the vacationer that just wants to enjoy good eats and refreshing libations or a bit more of an adventurer, you are sure to find just the thing you are seeking out. These charming downtowns are lined with boutiques, cafes, restaurants, galleries, and with its Dutch colonial architecture you'll feel as though you've been transported to the shores of Maine. Home to some of the world's most renowned beaches, Conde Nast Traveler has acclaimed Oval Beach as one of the best beaches in the world and Nat Geo dubbed it a Top Freshwater Beach in the US and all with good reason. This beach, along with the sprinkling of other smaller beaches tucked along the dunes of Lake Michigan, offer up some of the most incredible sunsets and squeaky sands. Hang on the shores near the water line or up on a dune swinging in a hammock. There is no shortage of photographable moments here!
Known as “Michigan’s Art Coast”, Saugatuck and Douglas are enriched with artsy vibes. You’ll find some pretty amazing shops in and around the downtown areas. Incredible art galleries at every turn where you will find handcrafted sculptures sourced from remote tribes in Africa to beautiful oil paintings of Lake Michigan’s sand dunes. You will stumble across some pretty fantastic antique shops and vintage clothing stores, next level restaurants that sit right on the Kalamazoo River, and some of the friendliest people around!
