a PDF of the White Lake Chamber`s Visitor`s Guide.

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Welcome
124 W. Hanson St., Whitehall, MI 49461
Phone 231/893-4585
or Fax 231/893-0914
800/879-9702
www.whitelake.org
Unique Shops • Artisan Market Place
Beautiful Parks and Beaches on
White Lake & Lake Michigan
Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail State Park
(Snowmobiles Welcome!)
Trailway Campground
Farmers Market • Community Events
AREA Codes:
All area codes are 231 unless stated otherwise.
Zip Codes:
Holton.......... 49425.
Montague..... 49437
Rothbury...... 49452 .
Twin Lake..... 49457
Whitehall..... 49461
Montague Museum
Tuesday Night Concerts at the Band Shell
Boat Launch & Fish Cleaning Station
Walkable, Bikeable Community Award from
the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness
Home of the World’s Largest Weathervane
200 N. State Street • Zeeland, MI 49464
(616) 772-9820 ph • (616) 772-9814 fax
The White Lake Area Visitors Guide was prepared
and published by Cobb Communications,
Inc. for the White Lake Area Chamber of
Commerce. Creative and graphic design by
Angie L. East-Martinez. The publisher and
Chamber of Commerce cannot guarantee the
accuracy of the information presented here
or be held accountable for any omissions or
errors. For advertising information contact Cobb
Communications, Inc. at 616-772-9820.
Entertainment
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Golfing
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Real Estate
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Shopping
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Galleries
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Salons
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services
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specialty
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White Lake Area Map
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recreation
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Winter Recreation
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Fishing Charters/Rentals 22
Marinas
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Hart/Montague trail
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Dining
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bed & breakfasts
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resorts
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Primary photographers:
cottages
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Hotels/Motels
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Camping
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Rhonda Cobb, Sharon Vanderboon
Other Images:
8778 Ferry Street • Montague, MI 49437
(231) 893-1155 • www.cityofmontague.org
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Courtesy of the White Lake
Area Chamber + Visitors Bureau
Cover image:
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Attractions
Michigan’s Adventure, Muskegon Winter
Sports Complex, White Lake Area Chamber
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2015-2016
Events
Join the Fun!
3rd Annual Business Expo
& Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, March 14 • 8am-1pm
Whitehall High School
Over 50 booths exhibiting services in the White
Lake community
Farmers Market
June - October
Wednesdays & Saturdays • 8am – Noon
Montague
Montague Artisan Market
June – September
Saturday & Sunday, June 20 & 21
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Goodrich Park Annex, Whitehall
Juried Art Festival. Continuous entertainment
and food court. More than 75 booths will be
presenting at this festival.
Every Saturday from 8am – 1pm
Located adjacent to the Farmers Market,
Montague
WEST MICHIGAN WINE
& JAZZ FESTIVAL
Summer Concert Series
In Montague, Wine tasting, appetizers and
desserts will be paired with a variety of live
jazz performances and artist receptions.
Montague Band Shell offers free
concerts every Tuesday,
June-August at 7 pm.
Concert-goers can enjoy the music of jazz,
folk, country, swing and international groups.
Programs are sponsored by the Arts Council. Taste of White Lake
June 4, 2015 • 5 p.m.
Howmet Playhouse, Whitehall
Community members come together
to show off an array of food and spirits.
White Lake Area Nature Walks
1st Saturday of each month
June 6 – October 3, 2015
Walks begin at 10:30am and go until 12noon
and vary in locations. Back to the Bricks Promo Car Tour
Saturday, June 13, 2015 from 3-8pm
Whitehall will host 150 classic cars touring
from near and far and will park in the
downtown area. The whole community is
invited to come out and join in the fun and
festivities.
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37th Annual
White Lake
Area Arts
& Crafts
Festival
WHITE LAKE
CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
August 1-9, 2015
A mix of visiting professional groups & local
talent offer wide variety of performances
throughout the White Lake Area.
Fish Boil
Saturday, August 15 • 4-8 pm
The annual Bob Gillan Memorial Fish Boil
will be held at the Montague Band Shell. The
event is sponsored by the White Lake Area
Sportfishing Association.
All proceeds support fishing improvements in
the White Lake area.
Labor Day Community Walk
Monday, September 7, 2015 • 10 a.m.
Hart-Montague Bike Trail, at the trailhead
behind Montague Foods
Saturday
July 4, 2015
Beginning at 10 a.m.
From Whitehall City
Hall to Montague
City Hall. Over 100 entries are involved in this
family fun, annual parade.
4th of July Fireworks
Friday, July 4, 2015
North end of White Lake
This annual event begins at dusk.
CELEBRATE WHITE LAKE
July 11, 2015
Friday & Saturday,
November 20 & 21, 2015
Montague and Whitehall
downtown shopping.
Friday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.,
Enjoy Carriage Rides
Friday & Saturday, use
the Muskegon Trolley to travel from store to
store all day Saturday in both towns. Visit with
Santa, listen to caroling and enjoy the
luminaries Friday evening. Maps
available at participating merchants.
63RD White Lake Area
Christmas
Parade
July 2-5, 2015
4th of July
Parade
White Lake Area Holiday Walk
Pumpkinfest /
Fall Fest
Saturday,
October 10, 2015
9:30 a.m. registration
The famous Pumpkin Roll down the Dowling
Hill begins at 11 a.m. plus many pumpkin
events ... largest pumpkin, pumpkin painting,
seed spitting, pumpkin carving & pumpkin
toss.
Saturday,
December 5,
2015 • 2 p.m.
Whitehall to
Montague
and concluding
with Santa in his sleigh! Nearly
75 entries lineup for this festive event.
Depot to Depot
Saturday, October 3, 10 and 17, 2015
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
11th Annual Muskegon County Fall Color
Tour Travel between White Lake Area
Chamber Depot and Muskegon
Convention & Visitors Depot.
A family event with an antique boat show and
historical displays. Held at Goodrich Park in
Whitehall beginning at 10 am.
Cruz’in Classic
Car Show
Friday, July 31, 2015
Downtown Montague
Cars cruise at 7 p.m. from
Whitehall to Montague where they will be on
display in the downtown area. DJ, food and
fun for all.
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attractions
attractions
Lakeshore Museum Center Sites
430 W. Clay Ave.
Muskegon MI 49440
231-722-0278
www.lakeshoremuseum.org
Explore 400 million years in “Michigan
Through the Depths of Time” and visit a
life-sized mastodon. Take in more history
and participate in special activities at the
Michigan’s Heritage Park, the Hackley & Hume
Historic Site, Fire Barn Museum and Scolnik
House of the Depression Era. Shop at the
Muskegon Mercantile.
Lewis’ Farm Market and Petting Farm
4180 W. M-20
New Era, MI 49446
231-861-5730
www.lewisfarmmarket.com
ATTRACTIONS
Bygone Basics,
Heritage Experiences
5200 Anderson
Montague, MI 231-740-4065
http://bygonebasics.com
Unique hands-on heirloom activities for
families, friends, groups. Discover canning,
jamming, butter churning, fermenting, soap
making, cheese-crafting, heritage baking &
more. Sessions in 1873 historical Manse.
Re-Live an era when life was simpler and
people knew what was on their plate. Option
of staying at on-site B&B! Check web for
general calendar or call for private session.
Country Dairy
3476 S. 80th Ave.
New Era, MI
CountryDairy.com
Fun for everyone! Venture into our amazing
petting farm. Enjoy attractions like our
jumping pillows, fruit cannons, pedal carts,
barrel train, black hole slides, gem mining,
animated chicken show, barrel horses & more.
Fall fun: Corn maze, wagon rides, u-pick
apples & pumpkins. We are your agritainment
destination!
800-243-7280 xt 119
We’ve been bottling milk for over 30 years in
our own on-site bottling plant. Come visit our
family farm and tour our bottling facility and
see our cows. Enjoy lunch in our restaurant
and top it off with ice cream in our parlor.
Montague City Museum
Church & Meade St.
Montague 231-894-8249
Local logging era artifacts and White Lake Area
memorabilia. A dress worn by Montague’s Miss
America, Nancy Ann Fleming, is on display.
Open June–August, Saturday & Sunday 1–5pm.
Will open for groups.
White River Light Station Museum
6199 Murray Rd.
Whitehall231-894-8265
www.whiteriverlightstation.org
This beautiful 135 year old lighthouse is
nestled on the channel between White Lake
and Lake Michigan. Welcoming hundreds of
visitors every year, the Maritime Museum is
open Memorial Weekend thru October.
World’s Largest Weathervane
Business 31, Montague
231-893-4585
Standing in Montague’s Town Square, the
hand formed aluminum weathervane is 48 feet
high, 14 feet long, and weighs 4,300 pounds.
Michigan’s
Heritage Park
June 2015
Experience weaving in an Ottawa village wigwam, meet
a settler or lumberjack from the 1800s, and bake bread
in a 1900s farmhouse.
Michigan’s Heritage Park at Hilt’s Landing, N. Durham Rd., Whitehall
OPEN Year Round LakeshoreMuseumCenter
OPEN Spring - Fall (and Holiday Tours)
Fire Barn Museum | Scolnik House of the Depression Era
Hackley & Hume Historic Site | Michigan’s Heritage Park
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PH 231.722.0278
lakeshoremuseum.org
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entertainment
ATTRACTIONS/entertainment
Entertainment
3 Great Festivals in the White Lake Area!
Arts Council of White Lake
106 E. Colby, Whitehall
231-893-2524 www.artswhitelake.org
White Lake Guitar Fest – May 15-16
West Michigan Wine & Jazz Festival – July 2-5
White Lake Chamber Music Festival - August 1-9
Featuring concerts, recitals, master classes, and
more. Special performances by the renowned
Avalon String Quartet!
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp
300 E. Crystal Lake
Twin Lake
231-894-1966
Two times the adventure.
One low price.
Featuring summer arts programming and
instruction for youth, the fine arts camp
hosts a full season of concerts, ballets, theater,
international groups and other performances
in the Stewart Music Shell, Blodgett Recital
Hall, and Miller and Rose Theaters.
Howmet Playhouse
304 South Mears Ave.
Whitehall       
    231-894-4048
www.howmetplayhouse.org
This historic 1916, city-owned playhouse
features year around entertainment. Now
in its 98th year, June brings a variety
of programming, while July & August
bring weekly performances of the best in
professional, summer stock theatre.
Michigan’s Adventure
4750 Whitehall Rd.
Muskegon, 49445
www.miadventure.com
231-766-3377
Michigan’s largest amusement and water park
has something for the entire family with over
60 rides, including three wave pools and over
20 water slides. Two parks – one price.
Montague Band Shell
Launch Ramp Rd.,
Montague
231-893-4585
Nestled on the shores of
White Lake, the Montague
Band Shell offers free
concerts every Tuesday,
June-August at 7:30pm.
Concert-goers can enjoy the
music of jazz, folk, country,
swing and international groups. Programs are
sponsored by the Arts Council.
White Lake Northstar Cinema
8171 Whitehall Rd.,
Whitehall
231-894-8864
northstarcinemas.com
350-seat, state-of-the-art movie theater,
showing only the best. “First run movies at
small town prices.” Open 365 days a year and
with weekly specials, birthday parties and
group rates.
TWO PARKS IN ONE.
miadventure.com
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real estate
golf
golfing
real estate
Grand View Golf Course
5464 S. 68th Avenue
New Era, MI 49446
(231) 861-6616
www.grandviewgolfcourse.net
18 holes with unique island green on signature
hole, #8. Beautiful rolling terrain with
breathtaking views on many elevated tees.
Driving range, practice green, picnic facilities,
snack bar, beer and wine. Four Stars in Golf
Digest’s Places To Play.
Old Channel Trail Golf Course
8325 N. Old Channel Trail
Montague
231-894-5076
www.golfoct.com
27 hole public course on Lake Michigan shore.
3 nines, 3 different experiences. Driving range,
3-hole short course, practice area, lessons. Proshop, full bar, snacks, 3-day and 7-day passes
available. Weddings and outings. 6 miles west
of US-31 at Fruitvale Exit. Follow signs.
Stonegate Golf Club
4100 Sweeter Road
Twin Lake
231-744-7200
www.stonegategolfclub.com
Located in Muskegon County, Stonegate is
a 18 hole championship public golf course
offering home sites. Driving range, short game
area complete with three practice greens. PGA
professional instruction available. Full service
bar & grille.
White Lake Golf Club
6777 South Shore Dr.
Whitehall, MI 49461
231-893-4232
www.whitelakegolfclub.com/membership
“The Most Affordable, Quality Private Club in
West Michigan”. Family memberships starting
at $500. PGA golf lessons and pro-shop
available to non-members.
RE/MAX by the Water
Brian McMurray, Managing Broker
Whitehall, MI
Office: 231-893-1800
Helping make your dreams real. Whether
you’re buying or selling, we can help.
Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt
202 E. Colby
231-894-5611
Whitehall 49461
www.cbgreatlakes.com
Specializing in residential, waterfront, new
subdivision and vacant land, along the
lakeshore from Holland to Traverse City.
by the Water
Brian McMurray
Managing Broker
“Helping make your dreams real”
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116 W. Colby St., P.O. Box 35
Office: 231-893-1800
Whitehall, MI 49461
Fax: 231-893-7245
Brian@remax-h2o.com
Cell: 231-740-7325
Locally Owned and Operated
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shopping
shopping
Shopping
Colbys Hokey Pokey
107 & 111 E. Colby St.
Downtown Whitehall
231-894-6585
www.ColbysHokeyPokey.com
contact@colbyshokeypokey.com
Colbys Hokey Pokey 4,500 sq. ft. store is filled
with unique, eclectic, new, vintage,
one-of-a-kind furniture and items for your
home that changes everyday. Brand new
women’s designer clothing, jewelry and
purses all at unexpected prices. Colbys Hokey
Pokey will become your favorite place to poke
around. What if the Hokey Pokey really is
what it’s all about? Open every day 11am-6pm
Consign your quality, un-needed furniture at
the Hokey Pokey.
Factory Surplus Sales
10112 US 31
Montague
South of Fruitvale Road
231-894-6633
Many brand name clothes at budget prices.
Compare & Save. From head to toe, we have
your entire family clothed. Your fun stop to
shop! Open Mon-Thurs 9-5:30; Fri 9-8; Sat
9-5:30 (Sun. 11-4 Nov. & Dec. only)
Down Under Shoppe
4588 Dowling St.
Montague231-894-2931
Now up in the world to a larger location,with
more nautical and nature items just waiting
for you,made by many local craftmen--Lamps,lighthouses,wood items and more!!!
Farmers Market
Water & Church St.
Montague231-893-1155
Enjoy shopping for seasonal, local produce
under the awnings at the Montague Farmers
Market. Hours: 8am–noon, Wed. and Sat.
Pitkin Drug and Gift Shoppe,
POSH by Pitkin & Pitkin Sale Shoppe
101 – 107 W. Colby St.
Whitehall231-893-5495
“Distinctive gifts with a city Flair”
The corner to visit for over 125 years. Family
owned Pitkins, encompasses 3 storefronts
booming in individuality and style. The
professional pharmacy includes gifts for all,
home décor and the best selection of resort
T’s and sweatshirts. Posh by Pitkin caters to
women of all ages. Boutique clothing and
fashionable accessories. The Sale Shoppe
features everything 50%-75% OFF.
Clothing at Budget Prices • Compare & Save
MUCK • LEVI • DICKIES • WALLS • CARHARTT
Factory Surplus Sales
Big & Tall or Short & Small, We Have the Clothes that Fit You All From Head to Toe
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10112 U.S. 31 (South of Fruitvale Rd.) • Montague, MI 49437
Downtown Whitehall at the traffic light • (231) 893-5495
Mon-Thurs 9-5:30 • Fri 9-8 • Sat 9-5:30 • (Sun 11-4 Nov-Dec only)
PITKIN SALE SHOPPE “Two doors down”
Everything 50%-75% Off.. Seasonal Hours 231-893-9000
(231) 894-6633
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galleries/Salons
shopping
SHOPKO Hometown
3165 W. Holton-Whitehall Rd.
Whitehall, MI 49461
231-894-2637
Pharmacy phone:
231-894-2635
www.shopko.com
Providing value and name brands in clothing,
baby gear, kids toys, electronics, home
furnishings, and more. Open Sun: 9-6, M-F:
9-8, Sat. 9-8.Pharmacy hours: Sun.: closed,
M-F: 9-6, Sat. 9-1.
The Corner House of Gifts
223 E. Colby
Whitehall 231-893-5235
www.cornerhouseofgifts.com
A charming shop... Specializing in American
made products and extra ordinary service.
Offering collectible, apparel, jewelry, home
and garden accessories and much more. Home
of everyone’s favorite all year Christmas room.
The Book Nook & Java Shop
8744 Ferry St.
Montague
231-894-5333
www.thebooknookjavashop.com
A place for friends to gather since 2002, the
“Heart and Soul of Montague” awaits your
visit. Books, gifts, Wi-Fi, espresso bar, bakery,
café, wine bar, and live music.
Hi Whitehall!
quality brands
We’ve got what
you need just
down the street!
huge selection
great location
convenient pharmacy
3165 Holton Whitehall Rd
Whitehall, MI 49461
Home Accents & Gifts
Decorative Accessories
Stationary & Candles
Tableware • Kitchen
Apparel • Jewelry
Garden Accents
Christmas Room
Collectibles
Monday-Saturday 10:00-5:30
Sunday Noon-4pm (July, Aug & Dec)
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(231) 893-5235
223 E. Colby St. • Whitehall, MI
www.cornerhouseofgifts.com
galleries
Claybanks Pottery Studio
7060 South Scenic Dr.
New Era
231-894-4177
www.claybankspottery.com
A visit to our studio in the woods is an
experience you won’t want to miss! Watch us
making both functional and raku pottery in a
comfortable setting near Lake Michigan. Open
year around, daily 10–5 PM.
Klinefelter’s Gallery
1124 S. Mears, Whitehall
231-893-0194
www.klinefeltersgallery.com
salons
Fine art, award-winning custom framing and
photography. We specialize in artistic portraits
and landscapes. Create a personal treasure by
having our digital artist paint your portrait or
landscape. Examples on site.
Terrestrial Forming Pottery Studio
5385 Lamos at Michillinda Rd.
Whitehall
231- 894-2341
A unique array of pottery, both functional and
sculptural. Come visit and see Peter the potter
at work in the woods near Lake Michigan.
Open daily 10am-5pm, Sunday 1-5pm.
White River Gallery
106 E. Colby St.
Downtown Whitehall
artswhitelake.org
231-894-8659
Top quality, affordable art by West Michigan
artists. Shop and express yourself at this
Gallery of Arts Council of White Lake.
Open Monday thru Saturday.
Dimensions Hair Salon
3297 E. Colby
Whitehall   
231-894-5300
Trendz Hair Salon
8930 A. Water St.
Montague 
231-894-1001
“Touching Lives” family friendly environment
conveniently located in Plumbs Plaza.
Enjoy full hair care experience by a caring
professional staff. We have expanded our
services. Hours M-F 9am-6pm, evenings by
appointment.  Sat. 9-2.
A Salon for the whole family. Our friendly
staff offers all hair care services, manicures
& pedicures. Stylists Jackie, Becky, Paige and
Chandra.
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Gingerly Clean Too
8880 Water St.
Montague, MI
  231-893-7475
For all of your cleaning needs. Commercial,
residential, we open and close cottages.
Bonded & Insured.
Mike’s Family Pharmacy
Located inside Montague Foods
8718 Water St. Ste. A
Montague, MI 49437
231-894-8633 phone
231-893-3530 fax
Treating you like Family! Committed to being
the kind of business that greets you by name,
knows you and your family, and truly cares
about your well being. Open 9-7 Mon.- Fri. 9-2
Sat. Closed Sunday.
Muskegon County Airport
101 Sinclair Dr.
Muskegon
muskegonairport.com
Muskegon County Airport is the most
convenient airport to the White Lake area
offering daily jet service on United Airlines.
Car rentals, meeting rooms and a restaurant
on site.
Scheid Plumbing,
Heating & Cooling Inc.
990 Industrial Park Dr.
Whitehall    
www.scheidphc.com
SPECIALTY
Plumbing • Heating • Cooling • Duct Cleaning
New Installation • Remodel • Replacement
We offer service on drain cleaning, sewer
lines, water mains, water heaters, furnaces, air
conditioning and much more. We are licensed
and insured. Office Hours 8am-5pm, Mon.
-Fri. After hours emergency service available.
Visa, Mastercard, Discover accepted. In
business over 35 years.
Quiet Time Massage
215 Mears
Whitehall    
Healthy Pantry
3295 E. Colby
Whitehall
231-894-9760
231-893-3930
In a charming New England cottage setting
with overhead music, fragrance and cove
lighting, my relaxation massage addresses:
connective tissue, accupressure, polarity,
chakra balancing, skin rolling, joint
movement and hot rocks.
White Lake Community Library
3900 White Lake Dr.
Whitehall, MI 49461
231-894-9531
whitelakelibrary.michlibrary.org
The library has diverse book, CD, DVD
collections; e-books, computers, free wi-fi, fax,
notary service, adult, teen & children’s programs
and beautiful reading & program rooms.
231-893-3438
Featuring gluten-free foods, supplements,
teas, herbs, spices, natural/organic beauty
products, green cleaning, gifts, grass-fed
meats, cage-free eggs, and much more.
M-F 9-8, Sat 9-7, Sun 11-6
White Lake Area
Sportfishing Association
P.O. Box 157
Montague, MI 49437
www.whitelake.org
Wildflower Furniture Finishers &
Antique Shops Inc.
875 Industrial Park Dr.
Whitehall
231-894-9016
White Lake Greenhouses
Floral & Gift, Inc.
703 E. Colby St., Whitehall 231-894-9011
Full-service florist with large selection of fresh
cut-flowers, balloons and unique gifts. Local
delivery and wire service daily. Browse our
greenhouse. Open Monday–Saturday.
White River Yoga
8724 Ferry St.
Montague
www.whiteriveryoga.com
Services / specialty
SErvices
services
Professional restoration of your family
heirlooms and treasures since 1978. Antique
shop at the same location with numerous
items to choose from. Purchasing one piece or
full estates. Also visit our antique shop at 4575
Dowling in Montague.
231-740-6662
Offering YOGA, Zumba, Pilates, Zenga and Tai
Chi for all levels. We also feature massage. See
our website for classes, times.
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AND FLIGHTS WORLDWIDE.
Casino charters from $229 and
two daily United flights connecting
you anywhere through O’Hare.
Check MKG first
muskegonairport.com
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Fruitvale Road, Montague
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World’s Largest Weathervane
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Montague Band Shell
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Farmers Market
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White Lake Area Chamber
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Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
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Whitehall Twp Disc Golf Course
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Howmet Playhouse
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White Lake Community Library
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Launch Ramp Road, Montague
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Russell Road, Twin Lake
Michigan’s Adventure
Amusement Park
Whitehall Road, Whitehall
Business 31 at White River Bridge
Business 31, Whitehall
Lake Michigan Parks & Beaches
Water & Church Street, Montague
Lorenson Road, Whitehall
White Lake Dr., Whitehall
Bike Trail
Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail
Meinert County Park
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Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp
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Medbery Park
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White River Light Station
Museum
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Meinert Road, Montague
Life Guard Road, Montague
Duck Lake State Park
Michillinda Road, Whitehall
Russell Road, Twin Lake
Murray Road, Whitehall
Parks
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Maple Beach Park
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Montague Township Park
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Covell Park
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Lions Park
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Goodrich Park
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Svensson Park
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Business 31, Montague
Public beach located on White Lake
off Old Channel Trail, Montague
Whitbeck Road, Montague
Business 31 at the White River Bridge,
Whitehall
Hanson Street at White River
Wetlands, Whitehall
Lake Street, Whitehall
Lake Street, Whitehall
Durham Road, Whitehall
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winter recreation
recreation
recreation
Happy Mohawk Canoe Livery
401 E. Fruitvale Rd.
Montague, MI 49437 231-894-4209
www.HappyMohawk.com
Canoe, raft, tube or kayak on the nationally
designated recreation scenic White River
in Manistee National Forest. A great nature
experience that is fun for couples, families
and groups too. We provide transportation,
watercraft and equipment. Please contact us
for information on length of river trips. Your
River Adventures Begin Here!SM
Montague-Hart Bicycle Trail
(State Park)
Bus. 31 Water St., Montague
231-893-4585
Beginning in Whitehall the trail travels north
through Montague 24.5 miles to Hart.
Michigan’s first linear state park. This 24.5
mile paved recreation trail is a favorite
with bicyclists, roller bladers, hikers, and
snowmobilers. Handicap accessible.
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White Lake Excursions
4464 Dowling St.
Montague, MI 49437
231-740-5673
www.whitelakeexcursions.com
Email: steven@whitelakeexcursions.com
Facebook.com/WhiteLakeExcursions
Located in the Moxie Marine building, next
to Dog-N-Suds in Montague, White Lake
Excursions is a full kayak, SUP (stand up
paddle board) and bike rental establishment.
We specialize in FUN and offer the best
pedaling and paddling experiences in the
White Lake area.
Winter recreation
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
Located in the Muskegon State Park
on Scenic Drive in North Muskegon
www.msports.org231-744-9629
Exciting winter sports for the whole family!
Try your skills on the Luge Track! Enjoy the
lighted cross-country ski trails, snow shoeing,
and outdoor ice skating. Rental equipment
and food concessions available. Open daily
10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) from
Dec 15 - March 15. For more info and current
conditions, visit www.msports.org. Visit us
in summer for the only summer luge track in
North America!
Snowmobile Trails
Hart-Montague Trail
231-893-4585
Beginning in Montague the trail travels north,
24.5 miles to Hart. The trail is wide open
and straight for easy riding. This trail passes
through several small towns with restaurants
and shops. Parking is available at the
Montague trail head. Maps are available at the
White Lake Area Welcome Center.
The Westshore Snowmobile Trail
231-893-4585
Over 175 miles (including the Hart Montague
Trail) of groomed snowmobile trails. This trail
is maintained by the Westshore Snowmobile
Council and groomed with funding from the
Michigan D.N.R. Maps are available at the White
Lake Area Welcome Center and www.whitelake.org.
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Marinas
fishing charters/rentals
Marinas Marina Service Codes:
B = Bait & Tackle
C = Charters
D = Docking
DF = Diesel Fuel
G = Gas
L = Licenses
P = Parking
PO = Pump Out
R = Repairs SN = Seasonal
ST = Storage
Y = Year Round
fishing charters and
Boat Rentals
Duneshore Boating
Montague
231-893-5405
www.duneshoreboating.com
email: info@duneshoreboating.com
Blue Water Marine
8690 S. Oceana Dr.
Montague 231-893-1349
www.bluewatermarinesvc.com
Weekly boat rentals on White Lake. Free
delivery to your White Lake resort or cottage.
Quality boats and detailed orientation for
maximum fun and safety. By appointment
only. Reservations required.
Fishmas Charters
Ken Clark, Captain
mobile: 231-740-2614
4628 Sandy Lane, Whitehall
www.fishmascharters.com
Email: KenClark@FishmasCharters.com
Year-round sport-fishing charters specializing
in Walleye. Also, Bass, Northerns and Panfish.
Your fish cleaned, packaged and put on ice.
Call for the Weekday Special. Fish any one
of several bodies of water. The boat that goes
where the fish are. Families Welcome!
Getaway Fishing Charters
Whitehall, MI 49461
231-730-2991
www.getawayfishingcharter.com
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World Class Lake Michigan Charter Fishing
Our 2005 33’ Wellcraft is state of the art
and fully equipped to provide you with an
unforgettable salmon fishing adventure.
Two licensed captains with over 35 years of
combined fishing experience out of our home
port of White Lake. Call for Monday thru
Thursday evening specials. Sunset cruises
available upon request. Visa, Mastercard,
Discover Accepted.
Shelley-Lee Charters
Pat Schiller, Captain 231-894-2101
8934 Burrows Cell 24 hrs: 231-730-1004
Montague, MI
www.bluewatermarinesvc.com/html/
charter.html
Email: Schillerpp@yahoo.com
Fishing on White Lake, Lake Michigan and
surrounding lakes for salmon, trout, steelhead,
northerns, bass, perch, walleye and panfish.
Family rates available. 29 years charter
experience. Operating two boats.
Outboard and stern drive repair. Most makes
and models, tune up, rebuilds and electrical.
New and used parts. Trailers, boat lifts and
docks. Inside and outside storage. Shrinkwrap.
Crosswinds Marine Service
302 S. Lake St., Whitehall
231-894-4549
Mercruiser Parts and Service
Slips: 101. Services: C, D, DF, G, P, PO, Y,
ST, R. Engine repair/repowering, fiberglass
repair, bottom painting, laundry, fish cleaning
station, fuel dock, restaurant, picnic area w/
grill, indoor heated and outdoor storage, cable
TV, seasonal and transient slips available.
Montague Marina
4770 Goodrich St.
Montague517-303-0978
Slips: 66, sized 20’– 40’. Seasonal, transient,
slips for rent. Clubhouse w/galley, ice,
showers, washrooms, picnic area w/grills,
washer and dryer. Preferred protected location
at NW side of “narrows” and next to Maple
Beach Park with playground.
White Lake Municipal Marina
100 N. Lake St.,
231-894-9689
Whitehall 231-894-4048
Slips: 50. Services: D, DF, G, P, PO, SN. Ice
available, bath house w/showers, at Goodrich
Park, large playground.
Whitehall Landing
410 S. Lake St., Whitehall 231-894-5622
www.whitehalllanding.com
Slips: 180. 25-ton hoist, engine-transmission
& I/0 repairs. Services: D, P, PO, R, ST, Y, C.
Heated pool, clubhouse w/galley, ice, fish
cleaning station, indoor & outdoor storage,
picnic area w/ grills, bottom painting, engine
repairs, Wi-Fi available, Laundry, fiberglass
repair, Transient Slips.
Third Swan Charters LLC
Ron Russell, Captain
303 S. Mears Ave.,
Whitehall, MI 49461
231-894-5169
www.thirdswancharters.com
Email: thirdswancharters@gmail.com
Enjoy pleasure cruising on White Lake and
Lake Michigan aboard a 40 ft. motor yacht.
Sunset Cruises, historical tours, intimate
weddings, elopements and other occasions.
Overnight accommodations are also available.
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Dining
Hart / Montague Trail
dining
Hart/Montague Trail
Enjoy 36 miles of beauty and nature
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Contact the White Lake Area Chamber
of Commerce at
800‑879‑9702 or 231-893-4585.
for more information.
Crosswinds On the Lake Restaurant
302 S. Lake Street
Whitehall, MI 49461
231-894-5658
online booking at
www.crosswindsonthelake.com
White Lake Area’s Premier Lakeside Dining
and Catering Destination. Offering a fresh
approach to home cooked food. Enjoy our
beautiful deck overlooking White Lake.
Large Groups welcome. Convenient to Area
Attractions. “let the breeze bring you here”
Gary’s Restaurant and The Chamber Bar & Grill
906 E. Colby
Whitehall, MI
231-894-1234
Full-service breakfast, lunch, dinner & bar
with all-American cusine...kick back, relax
and enjoy a delicious meal where you’re
surrounded by friends and welcomed like
family!
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Dining
Dining
Harbor View Grille
115 N. Mears Ave.
Whitehall, MI 49461
231-893-0403
www.harborviewgrille.com
We are a cook from scratch kitchen using local
ingredients during every season. Exquisite
view of beautiful White Lake & the White
River wetlands. Enjoy your piece of small town
America.
Little Caesar’s Pizza
3205 E. Colby
Whitehall231-893-1300
Dine In, Drive Thru or Carry Out. Pizza
and Salad Buffet Mon-Fri. 11:30-1:30. Daily
Specials open daily @ 11am.
Pub One Eleven
111 W.Colby
Downtown Whitehall
(Next to Pitkin Drugs)
www.pub111.com
Old Channel Inn
6905 Old Channel Trail,
Montague231-893-3805
www.oldchannelinn.com
Open year round. Relaxed dining in a country
inn with good food and drink at moderate
prices. Featuring steak, seafood, soups, and
sandwiches. Open year round.
Pekadill’s
503 S. Mears
Whitehall
231-894-9551
Soup & sandwiches, outdoor garden dining,
32 flavors of ice cream, full catering menu,
carry-out & delivery. Summer hours: Monday–
Saturday 11:30am to 10:00pm. Sunday noon
to 10:00pm.
Pub One Eleven is a classic downtown pub
and grille. Featuring great food, drink and 16
MI Craft Beers on Tap! White Lake’s favorite
place for live music, trivia, karaoke, billiards,
KENO, and large screen HDTV Sports. Family
friendly service.
Subway of White Lake
121 E. Colby St.
White Lake, MI
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Bar
906 E. Colby • Whitehall, MI • 231-894-1234
231-894-9396
Now open for breakfast M-F 7:00am, Sat. 8am,
Sun. 9am. Close 11pm daily. Try our party
platters and party subs and any of our $5
footlongs. Order online at order.subway.com.
Kick back, relax and enjoy a delicious meal where you’re
surrounded by friends and welcomed like family!
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231-894-8269
6905 Old Channel Trail
Montague, MI 49437 u (231) 893-3805
www.oldchannelinn.com
Open YearRound for
Dining and
Cocktails
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West of
Montague at
Lake Michigan
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Amanda’s Bequest B&B
5200 Anderson Rd
Montague, MI 231-740-4065
http://amandasbequest.com
relax@amandasbequest.com
Enjoy a delicious retreat in an 1873 Manse,
built by city founders. Set on woods & garden
acreage, it’s in the city but feels rural. Only
few minutes to trails, beach, & downtown
shopping. Private baths, wifi, cable, Jacuzzi
suite, famous heirloom farm-to-table foods
from on-site exclusive heritage culinary
school. A foodie destination!
The Book Nook & Java Shop
8744 Ferry St.
Montague
231-894-5333
www.thebooknookjavashop.com
A place for friends to gather since 2002, the
“Heart and Soul of Montague” awaits your
visit. Our café features home-made soups,
fresh salads, and sandwiches. Enjoy fresh
pastries from our bakery with your espresso
drink. Join us in the evenings for live music
with wine and tapas. We also have books, gifts
and Wi-Fi.
503 S. Mears, Whitehall
(231) 894-9551
www.pekadills.com
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Cocoa Cottage Bed and Breakfast
223 S. Mears Avenue
Whitehall, MI 49461
231-893-0674
www.cocoacottage.com
innkeeper@cocoacottage.com
Villa Venafro
9521 US Hwy 31 North
Montague, MI 49437
www.villavenafro.com
231-894-9830
Family owned since 1971. Serving fresh,
homemade Italian and American Cuisine.
Enjoy your favorite meal any time of the
day! Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
Weekend specials and all-you-can-eat pasta
on Wednesdays. See our hours and menu at
www.villavenafro.com.
v Soup
v Sandwiches
v Ice Cream
v Lunches to Go
v Party Catering
v Chocolate
Fountain Rental
v Rentals: Tents,
Tables & Chairs
v WI FI hot spot!
Mon-Sat 11:30am-10pm • Sun 12-10pm • Kitchen Open ‘til 9pm • Ice Cream ‘til 10pm
White Swan Inn B&B
303 S. Mears Ave.
Whitehall, MI
231-894-5169 • toll free: 888-948-7926
www.whiteswaninn.com
stay@whiteswaninn.com
Bed & Breakfasts
Dining
bed & breakfasts
Award-winning B&B offering gracious
hospitality in a relaxing atmosphere.
Whirlpool suite. Private baths, satellite
tv-DVD, WiFi, air, delicious breakfast. Also
available pet-friendly cottage and cruises
aboard our 40’ motor yacht. Gift Certificates.
Premier 1912 Arts & Crafts bungalow featuring
CHOCOLATE! Homemade treats, hot gourmet
breakfasts, full private baths, robes, luxury
toiletries, whirlpool suite, centralAC, WiFi,
flatscreen TV/DVD, fireplace, gift certificates.
Premium Packages! Minutes from Lake Michigan.
Voted #1 Innkeepers & Top 10 Culinary Inn in
the World!
White
Swan Inn
B&B
Gracious Hospitality in
a Relaxing Atmosphere
303 Mears Ave.
Whitehall, MI 49461
231-894-5169
888-948-7926
www.whiteswaninn.com
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Buzz’s Lakeside Inn (Formerly Lakeside Inn Resort)
5700 N. Scenic Dr., Whitehall
Toll Free: 888-442-3304
231-893-8315 • Fax: 231-893-1368
www.BuzzsLakeSideInn.Com
Lodging, cottages, motels on White Lake
May-October Heated pool, tennis court,
docks and WiFi in our lobbies. Continental
breakfast included. Family friendly. Restaurant
open seasonally. Daily rates available. Online booking available at our website www.BuzzsLakeSideInn.com
Glaser’s Glenn Log Cabin Resort
6901 Hill St.
231-894-2491
Whitehall 231-638-6117 cell
Email: glasers.glenn@yahoo.com
www.glasersglenn.com
A Fun ‘n Sun Haven for Families. Modern
convenience in 5 rustic housekeeping log
cabins overlooking White Lake. Fireplaces,
private beach and row boats. Resort activities,
Seasonal.
Michillinda Lodge
5207 Scenic Drive
Whitehall
231-893-1895
www.michillindalodge.com
Located on 400ft/23 acres of Lake Michigan
water front. 12 cottages. Great location for
couples or families to get away. Outdoor
heated pool, mini golf, shuffle board, tennis
and basketball courts, volleyball, horse shoes
and nightly camp fires.
A Fun 'n Sun Haven for Families
Enjoy Modern Convenience
in Rustic Log Cabins
Overlooking White Lake
Glaser’s Glenn
www.glasersglenn.com
6901 Hill St., Whitehall, MI 49461
Private Beach & Rowboats
Resort Activities
OPEN MAY TO OCTOBER
Mailing Address: 5265 Nestrom Rd • Whitehall, MI 49461
231-894-2491 • glasers.glenn@yahoo.com
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Resorts / cottages
lodging
Resorts / cottages
Resorts
individual cottages
3-D Properties, David Stevens
5558 Channel View Dr.
231-740-6610
Whitehall 
231-894-2281
Email to:  dstevens3d@msn.com
Mail to:  PO Box 309
Whitehall, MI  49461-0309
Four bedroom, two bath, executive home
on White Lake. Fully equipped, fireplace,
lakefront great room, 2 large decks, boat dock
& lift, and central air. Weekly summer season
rates. Great sunsets.
Garvelink Cottage on Lake Michigan
North of the White Lake Channel
248-320-6700
flycayman@mac.com
Lake Michigan Escape! Private pristine beach,
2 bedroom with adjacent guest quarters.
Sleeps 8, dishes, linens, washer and dryer.
Satellite TV/DVD, firewood and more. Please
view the “Lake Michigan Escape” video of the
Garvelink Cottage at http://www.youtube.
com/watch?v=387WplZ6dg&feature=youtu.be
Ed & Mary Kaminski
8765 Lehman Rd., Montague
231-894-8508
Email: cottage@kaminski-funke.net
www.kaminski-funke.net/cottage
Cedar cottage with fireplace in 6-acre wooded
setting on Lake Michigan with stairway to
beach. Two bedrooms & loft, sleeps 5–7.
27-hole golf course nearby. Open May-Nov.
Pets OK.
Seaver’s Cottage
Meinert Park/Lake Michigan
Montague231-894-9443
www.seaverscottage.com
Cozy 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, furnished
cottage. Fully equipped kitchen, fireplace.
Bonfire pit with firewood. Very clean, quiet.
Sleeps 6+. No smoking or pets.
Swan Cottage / Swan at Stonehearth
Sheridan Street
Montague, MI
231-894-5169 • 888-948-7926
www.swan-cottage.com
stay@whiteswaninn.com
Quiet in-town setting for relaxing getaway.
Two charming, comfortably furnished
cottages. One sleeps 4; the other sleeps
3. Featuring fully-equipped kitchen, gas
fireplace, cable, DVD, WiFi, linens, air. Walk
to downtown Montague, near bike trail. Swan
Cottage is pet-friendly.
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Comfort Inn - Whitehall
2822 N. Durham Rd., Whitehall
Toll Free: 866-737-8237
231-893-4833 Fax: 231-893-2423
www.choicehotels.com
Search City: Whitehall
Country setting on Hart–Montague Bike Trail.
Areas best jacuzzi & fireplace suites. Seasonal
continental breakfast. Rooms have A/C, free
wireless internet, in room coffee, flat screen
cable TV and DVD players, Refrig/micro in
every room.
Only 5 minutes from Michigan’s Adventure
theme park, White Lake and sandy Lake
Michigan beaches! Free high speed internet.
74 new spacious rooms, including Jacuzzi
and also 2 Room Family Suites available for
your relaxation and convenience. Hotel also
features indoor pool, Whirlpool, and a free
continental breakfast. Located conveniently at
US31/Colby Street exit in Whitehall.
Lake Land Motel
1002 E. Colby St., Whitehall 231-894-5644
www.lake-landmotel.com
Hotels / motels
Hotels / motels
Montgomery Inn & Suites
4254 Fruitvale Rd, Montague 231-894-4339
www.montgomery-inn.com
Hotels / motels
Weathervane Inn
4527 Dowling St.
231-893-8931
Montague Toll Free 877-893-8931
www.theweathervaneinn.net
A boutique waterfront hotel located on the
White Lake causeway between Montague and
Whitehall. Adjacent to bicycle/snowmobile
path and World’s Largest Weathervane.
23 suites featuring Jacuzzi’s, fireplaces,
refrigerators, microwaves, and more. Free
breakfast and movies. Conference room, and
bicycle rental available.
Family motel on one level. Picnic area, air
conditioned, free high speed internet, cable
TV, free local calls. Ample parking for trucks
and boats. Pets welcome.
• 5 Minutes North Of Michigan’s Adventure
• 5 miles West of Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp
• Free Continental Breakfast
• Indoor Pool and Jacuzzi®
• Jacuzzi® and 2-room Suites Available
• Free High Speed Internet Access
U.S 31 &
Colby Road
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RESERVATIONS:
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camping
CAMPING
Trailway Campground
4540 Dowling St., Montague 231-894-4903
www.trailwaycampground.com
On Business 31 between Montague &
Whitehall next to the World’s Largest
Weathervane and Montague boat launch
ramp. Closest camping to Hart–Montague Bike
Trail. 55 modern sites, cable TV, Wifi. Within
walking of shopping and restaurants.
White River RV Park & Campground
735 Fruitvale Rd.
Montague, MI 49437 231-894-4708
www.WhiteRiverCampground.com
Cabins & RV Rentals on-site. Select from
full service pull thru, electric/water, or rustic
campsites for tents. Large heated swimming
pool, wading creek, playgrounds, trails,
basketball court, horseshoes, volleyball, group
pavilion, Wi-Fi hotspots. Located in the
Manistee National Forest on the White River
and Sand Creek. Reservations recommended.
Your Camping Adventures Begin Here!SM
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