History Hike – Saugatuck Harbor Natural Area

Journey into history on a hike co-sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas History Center. It’s free, but space is limited, so click here to register. During a 3.5-mile walk through the Saugatuck Harbor Natural Area, we will explore the rich history of the Kalamazoo River mouth between 1820 and 1920. This area was once a bustling hub for traders, settlers, and sailors.
Meet at 1:30 pm at the north end of Oval Beach parking lot (at the end of Perryman Street in Saugatuck). Chris will lead the two-hour (or so) trek, sharing what he’s learned about early settlement, the old channel, lighthouses, piers, Fishtown, and even a shipwreck!