Run Through a Tunnel to Visit Lake Michigan at Tunnel Park in Holland
Visit Tunnel Park in Holland
Spend the day splashing in Lake Michigan at Tunnel Park. With a playground, sand dunes, stair climb and sand volleyball courts, there is something that will appeal to everyone.
When visiting Holland, Michigan on a recent family vacation we discovered Tunnel Park. This is a perfect day trip adventure for the whole family. It’s a smaller Lake Michigan beach, but was less crowded than Holland State Park. Children will delight in climbing the stairs and running full tilt down the dunes. At the top of the stairs, an overlook platform provides views of Lake Michigan’s sparkling shore. The modern playground is great for children of multiple ages. It includes a large play structure and climbing rock wall. Spinning sitters, a sand funnel, as well as, swings provide fun for hours.
Aptly named, make sure to pass through the tunnel that leads you to Lake Michigan’s beach. Definitely a eye catching location for photo opportunities. Restrooms, picnic tables, grills, and multiple sand volleyball courts make it a great spot to spend the day, pack a picnic or meet up with a group.
Check out this video of our family’s day adventure exploring Tunnel Park in Holland. Follow on Instagram for more Michigan content!
Hours: Tunnel Park is open from April 1 until the first snowfall, 7 AM – 10 PM.
Entrance Fee: Parking is $5/vehicle for Ottawa County residents or $7 for non-residents.
Location: 66 Lakeshore Drive, Holland, MI 49424
It’s an ideal 2 mile bike ride from Lake Macatawa Campground if you’re camping at Holland State Park. The paved trail meanders along a beautiful shaded path. The route takes you along hilly, wooded areas and through quaint neighborhoods. We saw several deer and even a fox in route. This is one adventure the whole family will love.
Check out this video of Tunnel Park we created on Instagram! If you want to discover more Michigan gems, follow us at Discovering Anew for more activities, Michigan day trips and reviews of campgrounds and hikes.
We camped at Holland State Park and highly recommend taking an afternoon to visit the beautiful state park. Here’s a Full Review of Holland State Park with tips on where to stay, eat and play. Needing more kid-friendly activity ideas while staying in Holland, here are the Top 10 Activities for Families in Holland, Michigan.
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