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Top Things to do in West Michigan
Category: Outdoor Recreation
Updated 2026.
Most travelers come to Southwest Michigan for the wineries, the small towns, or a quiet weekday or weekend getaway. Then they see Lake Michigan, and suddenly the trip becomes all about the water and which beaches to visit.
The shor… Read more
We often recommend Frederik Meijer Gardens to couples staying with us at Castle in the Country. It's an easy one-hour drive from our quiet Allegan countryside, yet it feels like stepping into an entirely different world. Art rises from the landscape … Read more
Updated in 2024 If you’re wondering where the best places to hike in Southwest Michigan are, then keep reading. These 7 best places to hike are all located within 30 minutes of our Castle in the Country Bed and Breakfast.
In fact, we’re within a… Read more
This is Herb, co-owner of Castle in the Country. I usually write about my bicycle adventures in a different blog, Herb Bikes a Lot, but you might be interested in this ride which features some local attractions.
The distance to Saugatuck by this rout… Read more