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Historic Lumber Port

19th Century Lumber Port Few wood remnants seen in Duck lake's shallow shore line. Parking at state park on site, or along road. *Location advantage of swimming in both or either Duck Lake or Lake Michigan. Duck lake also remains safe, regardless of poor swimming conditions of Lake MI.

Fruitland Township West Cemetery

It's a small, historic and somewhat forgotten burial ground located in Fruitland Township, Muskegon County. 1880-1938 By the mid-20th century, as the township developed, the cemetery fell into obscurity. All individual gravestones have vanished—likely due to weathering, vandalism, or relocation—leaving the site unmarked except for one central plaque.

Mount Baldhead Radar Tower

Cold War-era relic How to Get There: Start at the base of Mount Baldhead near Oval Beach (off Park Street in Saugatuck). Climb the 300 wooden steps (about 10-15 minutes for fit hikers) to reach the summit. The path is steep and sandy in spots—wear sturdy shoes and bring water. What to Expect: At the top, the radome looms like a giant golf ball amid the trees, with unobstructed views stretching miles across Lake Michigan. From there, you can hike down the dune trail to the beach for a swim or return via stairs. Entry to the dune climb is about $10 (cash only; kids under 5 free). Tips: It's a popular spot in summer, so go early to beat crowds. The nearby Saugatuck Chain Ferry (the oldest in the U.S.) provides a fun, hand-cranked ride across the Kalamazoo River to start your adventure.

Singapore, Michigan

Singapore, Michigan was a short-lived 19th-century lumber boomtown and ghost town located near the modern cities of Saugatuck and Douglas. The town once featured three sawmills, two hotels, general stores, a bank, and Michigan's first schoolhouse. However, after deforestation following the Great Fires of 1871 (including those in Chicago and Holland), shifting sands from Lake Michigan buried the site entirely by the late 1870s.