beaches

Before you take a dip in the Michigan waters make sure they are safe to be in.

Michigan has tens of thousands of miles of rivers and streams, meaning you're never more than 6 miles from a body of water or 85 miles from a Great Lake. Sometimes those waters become unsafe with high levels of bacteria or other pollutants and need to be closed for public safety.

Most Michiganders have their own favorite beach in Michigan. I have found that my favorite place to enjoy Lake Michigan is at PJ Hoffmaster State Park. And there is a secret parking place.

It's no secret to Michiganders that our beaches are awesome, but it's still cool to see them nationally recognized. Not one, but two Michigan beaches placed in a national ranking of the best freshwater beaches -- and one even nabbed the top spot!

The forecast for the holiday weekend calls for sunshine and heat. Many of us will consider heading to one of Michigan's many beaches. But before you grab your sunscreen, cooler and the family...double check to make sure your beach of choice is open.

MSN and the Points Guy came out with the list of the top underrated beach town in the US. South Haven placed 2nd on the list behind Block Island, Rhode Island.

Michigan has tons of incredible beaches, for sure. One in particular is getting recognized by Money Magazine.

Michigan has an abundance of awesome beaches... so which one is the best?

Right after Mackinac Island is named the top travel destination in the entire country, two Michigan cities are named on the list of best lake towns in the nation.

Grand Haven State Park held the lead for quite a bit... but somehow, just got edged out and ended up the No. 2 Best Freshwater Beach in the U.S. according to a USA Today and 10 Best Poll. Michigan did have the most beaches in the running, though, with six beaches among the 20 that readers could choose from.

C'mon, this is The Great Lakes State! If we're talking about the top freshwater beaches in the country, of course Michigan is going dominate! Grand Haven State Park and five other Michigan beaches are in the running for "Best Freshwater Beach" in a USA Today and 10 Best reader's poll.

4th of July weekend is coming up this weekend, and if you plan on heading to one of the many beaches, there are a few things you should probably know.  The Natural Resources Defense Council says that people really do need to take a look at their beach's water quality...