Sand Point Beach
Munising, MI
Sand Point Beach sits at the western end of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, a few minutes from downtown Munising. The water in Munising Bay is shallow and calm, and it's one of the easiest beaches in the lakeshore to reach. The Sand Point Marsh Trail, a half-mile loop, starts across the road.
Calm, easy, and close to town, though it doesn't have the cliff views of the eastern beaches.
How we score beachesLaunch a kayak here for a paddle toward the Pictured Rocks cliffs, but only on calm days with experience.
A National Lakeshore entrance pass is required.
The lot is close to the sand, with a short walk.
Leashed dogs (6 foot leash) are allowed.
The bay is calmer and slightly warmer than the open lake in summer. Fall color around Munising Bay is spectacular.
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