Ottawa Beach is a white sand beach inside of the Ottawa Beach Historic District. The beach runs along Lake Macatawa (also known as Macatawa Bay) and along Lake Michigan for a short length.

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3.61 km

View of Holland Harbor Lighthouse (Big Red)

Highlight • Monument

Holland Harbor Lighthouse, also known as Big Red, was built in 1872 and serves as a safety feature for boat traffic along Macatawa Channel.

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5.55 km

View of Lake Michigan and Big Red Lighthouse from Mt. Pisgah Dune

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot you will get the perfect view from the top of Mt. Pisgah Dune, down to the lake and Big Red Lighthouse. Time to take a little break after climbing up the stairs and enjoy the scenic overlook.

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5.95 km

Wooden Staircase at Holland State Park

Highlight • Structure

This park is one of the most popular in the area, offering captivating views of the beach and both Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan. With two campgrounds, playgrounds, fishing opportunities, …

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7.75 km

End point

Camper Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.66 km

2.43 km

1.65 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.52 km

2.23 km

1.48 km

1.17 km

241 m

122 m

Elevation

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Ottawa Beach

View of Holland Harbor Lighthouse (Big Red)

View of Lake Michigan and Big Red Lighthouse from Mt. Pisgah Dune

Wooden Staircase at Holland State Park

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