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          • starts at $129
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          Ride the Sand Dunes of Lake Michigan

          • $27
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          The Bottle Run Winery Tours

          • $225
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          Top 5 Reasons Why The Art Coast® Is The Ideal Townsized Escape

          Discover why Saugatuck/Douglas is the perfect destination for the townsizing travel trend....

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          History Worth Repeating

          Learn more about the area's inclusive history in welcoming people from all walks of life a...

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          Why The Art Coast Is A Must-Visit Destination For The LGBTQ Traveler

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Discover the Splendor of Fall

During cool autumn days, you’ll find our scenic landscape ablaze with color, making it the perfect time for a bike ride or dune hike. Go apple picking, wind your way through a corn maze, take a gallery stroll or craft beverage tour. Crisp fall nights will have you savoring the unforgettable flavors of our fall harvest with restaurants that serve the season’s bounty picked at its peak. Come discover why fall is an exceptional time to visit.

Get Outside

From the stunning shores of Lake Michigan to the tranquil trails of our wooded dunes, discover a destination full of breathtaking beauty and enriching outdoor experiences. Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Saugatuck/Douglas and explore a pristine playground full of possibilities.

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Celebrate Fall 2025 Saugatuck/Douglas-Style

Enjoy some special activities happening this September through November for a memorable fa…

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Into the Woods: Forest Bathing In The Art Coast®

Discover the Japanese art of forest bathing and the best places to practice this mindful a…

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Family Fun in the Fall

Enjoy a weekend getaway filled with family-focused fall activities….

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A Fabulous Fall LGBTQ Weekend Getaway In The Art Coast

Plan a fabulous fall LGBTQ weekend adventure in the Art Coast with this three-day itinerar…

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A Romantic 4-Day Fall Adventure

Get cozy this fall with your special someone on a romantic fall getaway in the Art Coast….

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Experience Aurora Magic In The Art Coast This Fall

Discover how you can view the Northern Lights this fall in Saugatuck/Douglas, with tips fo…

2025 Halloween Activities

Drink Up or Wine Down

Discover a thriving beverage scene featuring farmhouse cideries, craft breweries, and small-batch artisan spirits. Or sample an array of locally grown varietals at the award-winning wineries that call this area home. Many offer tours, events, and tastings, providing the ultimate craft beverage experience.

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Take a Dry Trip for Sober October

Discover a variety of fun, dry activities you can do in Saugatuck/Douglas for Sober Octobe…

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4 Wines Worth Traveling For This Fall

Plan a fall weekend focused on wine-tasting featuring these can’t-miss wines….

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The Ultimate Craft Beer Tour

Explore our craft breweries and discover what makes the Art Coast an ideal beercation dest…

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Private Bus Tour to Wineries/Breweries

  • from $450
  • timelapse4 hours
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Craft Beers Worth Traveling For This Fall

Celebrate the flavors of fall with these can’t-miss craft brews….

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Outsiders Shine a Spotlight on Fennville AVA Wines

Discover why nonlocal purveyors and restaurants are singing the praises of Fennville AVA w…

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Virtue Cider Production Tour

  • from $15
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Farm-to-Table Dining

Savor the ultimate in fresh fare with inspired culinary experiences that leverage the bounty of our fall harvest.

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From Field To Feast In The Art Coast®

Discover the farm-to-table flavors of Saugatuck/Douglas, where local harvests inspire unfo…

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Farming Out Your Vacation

Experience an agricultural adventure filled with fragrant meadows, captivating animals, an…

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The Pick Of The Crop

Experience the bounty our region has to offer by picking your own fruit to bring home….

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A Foodie-Focused Weekend In The Art Coast

Plan an epic foodie adventure in the Art Coast with these culinary-focused activities and …

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Saugatuck, MI 49453

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