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Oval Beach
Saugatuck, MI
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Dec
34°F 1°C
23°F -5°C
2 in 5 cm
Jan
28°F -2°C
17°F -8°C
2 in 4 cm
Feb
32°F 0°C
20°F -6°C
2 in 5 cm
Mar
39°F 3°C
25°F -3°C
2 in 5 cm
Apr
54°F 12°C
34°F 1°C
3 in 7 cm
May
64°F 17°C
44°F 6°C
3 in 9 cm

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Friday
Dec 4
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32°F 0°C
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25°F -3°C
Saturday
Dec 5
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32°F 0°C
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25°F -3°C
Sunday
Dec 6
Hi:
36°F 2°C
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29°F -1°C
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What's Near Oval Beach

Top-Rated Nearby Accommodations
Distance in: mi km
Hotel USD* Distance Rating
Twin Oaks Inn $75 0.1 mi 0.1 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Hidden Garden Cottages & Suites $185 0.2 mi 0.3 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Bayside Inn $150 0.4 mi 0.6 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Beechwood Manor Inn & Cottage $187 0.5 mi 0.8 km 5 of 5 stars
Sea Suites Boat & Breakfast N/A 0.6 mi 0.9 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Top-Rated Nearby Restaurants
Distance in: mi km
restaurant Distance Rating
Uncommon Grounds 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
The Red Dock 0.5 mi 0.8 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Everyday People Cafe 0.8 mi 1.3 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Top-Rated Nearby Things to Do
Distance in: mi km
Thing to Do Distance Rating
The Butler Pantry 0.1 mi 0.2 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Butler Street 0.2 mi 0.4 km 4 of 5 stars
Star of Saugatuck II 0.4 mi 0.7 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 15 attractions in Saugatuck
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Traveler Description: Lake Michigan Beach, popular for its clear water and nice sand.
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Attraction type: Beach
Activities: Sunbathing, Watching sunrise/sunset

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“newcomers & loving it”
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5 of 5 stars
frbigD2lild   1 contribution
michigan
Sep 13, 2009

My children & I moved here from Texas two years ago. Out exploring new territory, we ended up at Oval Beach. We love it, it's beautiful...never crowded, ok by us. We've heard stories about Saugatuck...We don' care, kinda glad people stay away so we can have the beautiful beach to ourselves. We're all God's kiddos & I'll leave the judgement... more

“A great beach”
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5 of 5 stars
HeavenBornAngel2   12 contributions
South Bend, Indiana
Jun 30, 2009

We loved this beach! It is by far one of the best, if not thee best in Michigan. Amazing scenery and the sunsets are amazing. If you're in the area this is a must see beach. more

“Nice but not great”
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3 of 5 stars
kitabutt03   3 contributions
Livonia, Michigan
Jul 19, 2008

After reading the reviews, I was expecting something fantastic. The beach was nice. There were some rocks and other debris in the water. I came across the neck of a broken glass bottle. I also came across a jagged rusty bottom of a can. Other than that we did have a nice time. more

“Beautiful beach, but it ain't free”
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5 of 5 stars
Redbeard1969   29 contributions
Cleveland, Ohio
Jun 10, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

Like everyone else says, it's a beautiful beach. One of the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen. It's amazingly clean. There is NO beach debris on it at all, save for a tiny amount of seashells, a few rocks, and some twigs. No driftwood, no beach glass, no trash. I'm not sure where it goes! My only caveat is that... more

“Beautiful!”
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5 of 5 stars
Happy_Wanderer_Lydia   3 contributions
Chicago
Dec 13, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

Absolutely beautiful beach! Soft white sand, clear blue water, what more could you want? I wish I were there now! more

“The Beach Rocks. In a Good Way.”
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5 of 5 stars
HermitsHollow   2 contributions
Michigan
May 17, 2007
9/10 found this review helpful

Rocks? Sure, Oval Beach Rocks. But Oval Beach doesn't HAVE rocks. I think I could count the number of rocks on Oval Beach in about 10 minutes. Blindfolded. Safely. Most of them lie near the old channel entrance, which isn't technically part of the "public" swimming beach anyway. I don't know where the "Watch out for the rocks" statement comes... more

“Watch out for the rocky lake bottom”
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Jul 12, 2006
7/19 found this review helpful

Oval beach is nice but this year the sandy beach has turned all rocky. There are both big and smaller rocks on the shore and into the water about 20 feet out. Walking in the water to swim is a problem because it hurts your feet, and then you fall down. Also the family atmosphere is being replaced by the... more

“Best beach on Lake Michigan”
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5 of 5 stars
Lisamarch   70 contributions
Chatham, Illinois
May 30, 2006
7/8 found this review helpful

I love Oval Beach. The sandy beach is right next to the parking. It's extremely clean and peaceful. I work 51 weeks a year in anticipation of the week I'll spend at Oval Beach every year. more

“Wonderful place for Everyone”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Jun 23, 2005
12/16 found this review helpful

It is so nice to have these types of places in America, where not only are they clean and beautiful, but so accepting of everyone. Don't take the advice of 'Grand Rapids' ... you don't have to 'hide' here. Ridiculous that someone so obviously bigotted would even go to a beach like this...there is a nice beach in Grand Haven... more

“Awsome beach!”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Detroit, Michigan
Jun 1, 2004
13/18 found this review helpful

Oval Beach is awsome! Besides the great sand and water, Oval Beach made the top 10 list of best gay beaches in the world! The sunsets are beautiful. I'd recommend this beach to anyone, but if your close-minded/ignorant skip this one because there's plenty of affection, both straight and gay, as well as a liberal clothing policy. more

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