Michigan is (luckily) surrounded by water, so summer makes even bigger of a splash. Public beaches near Detroit are calling out to everyone in the family to explore the waters. We couldn’t make a list of beaches near Detroit without Belle Isle Beach! Take a look at the rest for some spots you may not be as familiar with. The city has so much to offer, but sometimes you have to drive a little to enjoy pure nature.
Detroitisit rounded up a list of public beaches near Detroit and a few that feel far, but are just a brief drive out of town. There’s a new urban beach in town, you don’t want to miss out on these naturally fun spots.
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BELLE ISLE BEACH
First off, let’s start with one of the most popular park areas in Detroit. It’s no surprise that it also has one of the most attractive beaches in Detroit. Spend the day basking in natural beauty along the waterfront. It’s open all week long for both tourists and locals alike! Swim, sunbathe and relax for the artistic cityscape sunset. Click HERE to view the park site.
Located at 2 Inselruhe Ave, Detroit, MI 48207. PHONE: (313) 821-9844.
THE BEACH
There are several beaches near Detroit, but it’s time to make room for beaches IN Detroit. This latest 2022 Detroit project urges you to prepare yourself for blissful beach bum days in the center of Downtown Detroit. 400,000 pounds of sand and colorful, comfortable lounge chairs offer a relaxing atmosphere for guests to release their worries. Enjoying the outdoors is an activity in itself. Programming at the beach includes live musical performances and lots of loose play in the sun and sand. The Beach at Campus Martius Park is a sun-soaked oasis that welcomes visitors from May through October. Enjoy a frozen cocktail with friends while the kids build sandcastles. Click HERE for more info.
Located at 1 Campus Martius, Suite 380 Detroit, MI 48226. PHONE: 313.566.8250
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VAN BUREN PARK BEACH
Public beaches near Detroit are nearer than far! Only a 30-minute drive away, Van Buren Park Beach is easily one of our favorites when it comes to quick beach getaways from Detroit. Most are familiar with the beautiful city of Belleville. Chillax at this calm-water beach complete with hiking trails, pavilions, picnic tables, and concessions, making Van Buren Park Beach along Belleville Lake. Click HERE for more info.
Located at 23960 Ruggles Road, South Haven, MI 49090. PHONE: 269-637-2788
LAKESIDE PARK-PORT HURON
Take a quick one-hour drive out of Detroit to enjoy this family-friendly beach. Rent a BBQ grill! It’s your day to get out and appreciate the peaceful shores of Lake Huron. Complete with more than a thousand feet of waterfront wonder, this old-fashioned beach is a marvelous option for all those sunny summer days ahead. Volleyball, a playground, and the splash pad encourage play for a variety of ages. Click HERE to visit the website.
Located at 3670 Gratiot Ave, Port Huron, MI 48060. PHONE: (810) 984-9760
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ATWATER PARK
Looking for a new beach near Detroit? Atwater Park is a new beach spot that also happens to be one of the closest to Detroit. Highly recommend visiting this expansive 5-acre open space, which features the essentials like a sandy beach. There are also intriguing displays of public art. Let the kiddos monkey around the accessible playground area. Lovely scenic lake views make Shorewood a shoo-in on this list of beaches near Detroit. Click HERE for more info.
Located at 451 Atwater St. Lake Orion MI 48362. PHONE: (248) 693-8391
STONY CREEK METROPARK
For a more serene, woodsy feel, try Stony Creek Lake and take the kids! Public beaches in Detroit are probably the locals’ first thought, but nothing wrong with exploring the surrounding areas. Stretching over 500 acres, this Metropark is upwards of a 40-minute drive from Downtown Detroit. Stony Creek has immense play areas, picnic benches, a golf course, and a nature center. Take a dip! The hiking trails, wetlands, and tall grassy areas are also worth exploring. Click HERE for more info.
Located at 4300 Main Park Dr, Shelby Township, MI 48316. PHONE: (586)-781-4242
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