Grand Mere State Park is a quiet, secluded piece of Lake Michigan shoreline with few visitors. It features an excellent variety of hiking trails, from a giant sand dune to timber-covered ravines and ridges, along with small inland lakes and marshland. The walk to the clean, not heavily used beach is a good hike from the parking lot, about half to three-quarters of a mile, involving large sand dunes and hills. The path can be moderate, uphill on hot sand, and is not handicap accessible. It is perfect for solo trail blazers, hiking, and relaxing, but not the type for cooler parties or many chairs. Leashed dogs are allowed, but the hot sand requires protection for their paws. Visitors should note midsummer issues with flying insects like gnats and mosquitoes. A Michigan state park pass on the license plate provides free entry.
The beach was clean and extremely dog friendly! The hike to it was slightly intense. About a mile and had to clump up some sand hills but definitely worth doing if you can.
June 2026
Great hike, the view from bald top is peaceful. It's hard to tell you're on a lake. The full loop is mostly sand with a beach that has privacy for the most part. Great place for a picnic
June 2026
This is my favorite place in the whole world. I fell in love here, and everytime I come back it feels like home. Highly recommend this little spot.
