A Couple’s Guide to the Best Michigan Beaches
What could be more romantic than a summer day spent hand-in-hand on a quiet stretch of shoreline? Here in Oscoda, some of the best Michigan beaches offer a peaceful escape from everyday life, where sandy toes, Lake Huron breezes, and stunning sunrises create the perfect setting to relax and reconnect. From beachside picnics, early morning walks, and romantic lakeside dinners, these Oscoda beaches each offer something uniquely their own.
Best Michigan Beach for a Full Day of Fun: Oscoda Beach Park
Known as the “jewel of Oscoda,” this nearly 10-acre park is the ultimate place for couples to enjoy a full day (and evening) of lakeside fun. With over 1,000 feet of sugar-sand shoreline, Oscoda Beach Park offers the perfect backdrop for sunbathing, strolling hand-in-hand along the boardwalk, or picnicking under the shade of mature trees. You’ll find a bathhouse, sun deck, fishing pier, skatepark, basketball court, picnic tables, grills, and a lighted boardwalk that glows after sunset. When the sun begins to dip, the beach transforms into an enchanting date-night setting.
Every Thursday evening from late June to early August, The Rotary Club of Oscoda sponsors free live music concerts right on the sand. Bring your beach chairs and enjoy the shoreline breeze as local bands perform in the Band Shell with Lake Huron just steps away.
Just two blocks from downtown Oscoda, the park is never far from a post-concert scoop of ice cream or a relaxed dinner. With daytime adventure and evening charm, Oscoda Beach Park sets the stage for an unforgettable lakeside date.
Best Michigan Beach to Watch the Sunrise: Huron Sunrise Park
Early risers will love this aptly named beach just three miles north of downtown. There’s something undeniably romantic about starting the day with a sunrise, and Huron Sunrise Park delivers one of the most beautiful in Michigan. Just three miles north of downtown Oscoda, this quiet beach stretches across 2,600 feet of pristine shoreline.
Arrive early, cozy up together on the shoreline, and sip warm coffee as the sky shifts from indigo to soft shades of pink and gold. With hardly a soul around, it feels like the world belongs to just the two of you. The park also connects to a local bike trail, so once the sun is up, you can take a scenic ride along the coast, just the two of you and the morning breeze.
Best for Long Walks and Quiet Moments: Three Mile Beach Park
Adjacent to Huron Sunrise Park, this natural, unspoiled beach feels like your own private stretch of shoreline. With miles of soft sand and few signs of development, Three Mile Beach is perfect for couples who want a quiet place to walk, talk, and enjoy each other’s company. Picnic tables and restrooms are available, but the main draw here is the simple, untouched beauty.
Best for Water Recreation: Van Etten Beach Park
Not all of Oscoda’s best beaches face Lake Huron. If you're looking for something a little more adventurous, Van Etten Beach Park, set along the calm waters of Van Etten Lake, is a favorite for boating, paddling, and swimming. This 11-acre park has 3,000 feet of lakefrontage, a groomed beach, picnic areas, and boat launch access. Pack a cooler, rent a kayak, and spend the afternoon exploring together.
Best for a Secluded Picnic: Au Sable Shoreline Park
Where the Au Sable River meets Lake Huron, you’ll find this scenic park with several hundred yards of beach, picnic tables, grills, and a charming gazebo. Bring lunch and enjoy the view from the shaded observation platform. It’s also the southern starting point of the Sunrise Coast Birding Trail, so if you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of a Green Heron or the endangered Great Lakes Piping Plovers who often nest along the shore. If you're seeking a quieter beach day filled with nature and conversation, this is the place.
Most Romantic Michigan Beach: The Private Beach at Huron House
Of all the Michigan beaches on our list, the most romantic one is just steps from your suite. Guests of Huron House have access to a private stretch of Lake Huron shoreline, where beach chairs, sunset views, and total privacy create the perfect atmosphere for two. Whether you’ve spent the afternoon exploring Oscoda Beach Park or soaking up the sun without ever leaving the property, nothing compares to ending the evening with your toes in the sand and something delicious on the way. For an unforgettable evening, add our Woodfired Pizza on the Beach package to your stay.
You'll be seated at a private table set right on the sand, sipping wine while our chef prepares a fresh, gourmet pizza just for you. The meal includes fresh salads, one of our gourmet desserts, and a view that’s impossible to beat.
Plan Your Michigan Beach Getaway
From sunrise strolls to late-night movies by the lake, the beaches in and around Oscoda are filled with simple, romantic pleasures. Each one has its own personality, and when you stay at our Michigan bed and breakfast, you’re just minutes (or steps) from all of them.
Book your stay and discover why Oscoda's shoreline is one of the state's best-kept secrets for couples.
