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1. S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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2. Ludington State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Big Sable Point Lighthouse

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. Ludington North Breakwater Light

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5. Sandcastles Children’s Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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6. Historic White Pine Village

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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7. Pere Marquette River

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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9. Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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10. Father Marquette National Memorial

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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11. Jamesport Brewing Company

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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12. Old Hamlin Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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13. Waterfront Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • The harbor town on the backdrop of Lake Michigan is a perfect vacation spot.
  • Far from the hullabaloo of city life, the family-friendly vibe is hard to miss.
  • Whether you’re traveling solo or looking for entertainment for the whole family, Ludington offers plentiful outdoor adventures, a state park with dunes, and miles of sandy beaches.
  • The warm summer attracts golfers as the city hosts a couple of large events.
  • The winter is cold and snowy but not unbearable, as Lake Michigan moderates the weather.
  • Fishing in Lake Michigan and Hamlin Lake, along with camping and hunting facilities nearby, are some of the best attractions.

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