Located between Lake Michigan and Pere Marquette Lake, Buttersville certainly has the view! The park offers a picnic area, grills, playground, restrooms, a shelter/pavilion and a wooden stairway leads down to the expansive beach. Click here for directions to Buttersville and to view a slideshow of the park. Click here for directions to Buttersville and to view a slideshow of the park.

Named for Peter Copeyon, longtime Ludington city commissioner, Copeyon Park gives you another vantage point of the Port of Ludington. It's situated on the east side of Pere Marquette Lake, and offers a playground, launching site, and great fishing. The picnic table area features windscreens toward the lake, offering wind protection. Click here for directions and a slideshow of Copeyon Park.

Three blocks west of the downtown area is Ludington's City Park. Many trees keep this park shady and comfortable in the warm summer months. This is where the Kiwanis Band Shell is located, along with public restrooms in the back. Enjoy your lunch or dinner here at one of the numerous picnic tables, or just sit on the bench and watch the world pass by. Walkways dissect the park in a wagon-wheel formation. City Park is the summer location for two Art & Craft fairs, as well as Movies in the Park in August. Click here for directions and a slideshow of City Park.

New! The outdoor amphitheater at the state park may be rented for open air weddings in a wooded setting, offering reserved parking and exclusive use of the amphitheater facility. The area leading to the Ludington State Park along M-116 has public beaches, but you may need a permit from the State Park to hold your wedding there. The Lake Michigan Beach House in the State Park is not available for rent. The picnic shelter located by the Hamlin Beach House is available by reservation for a fee, or by first-come, first-served basis. For additional details, call their office. Click here for directions and a slideshow of the State Park.

At the corner of N. Washington and Sherman, you’ll find the very pretty Memorial Tree Park. Nestled among the trees, you can enjoy a meal or snack at one of the picnic tables (some covered), and kids can play on the swings. Memorial Tree Park also has a sports field, open to anyone who wants to play a fun game of baseball or softball. Click here for directions to Memorial Tree Park and to view a slideshow.

Probably the most well known park in Ludington, located at the beach at the end of Ludington Avenue. In addition to its great location and view of the North Breakwater Lighthouse, Stearns has a large, shaded picnic area on grass, grills, play equipment, restrooms, and of course, great swimming. Click here for directions and a slideshow of Stearns Park.

Summit Park features a picnic area, play equipment, restrooms, tennis courts, sports field area, and shelter/pavilion. It has stunning views of Lake Michigan, with beach access. Click here for directions and to view a slideshow of Summit Park.

Just off Old Pere Marquette Highway, Suttons Landing is a charming park along the Pere Marquette River. It is ADA accessible, with a wooden ramp that leads down to the river. There's a large covererd area with picnic tables and restrooms. A good place for a party or reception. Click here for directions and a slideshow of Sutton's Landing Park.

Here you'll find picnic tables, grills, and a pavilion. A nice feature of this park is the fact it is right on the water, so you can sit by the lake’s edge and soak in the beautiful scenery. Click here for directions and a slideshow of Victory Township Park.

This is Ludington's pride and joy. Located between our two downtown marinas, it's a beautifully landscaped area complete with a large playground, pavilion, restrooms, scenic walkways, tables, and a great view of the carferry dock. Waterfront Park is also the home to seven sculptures, depicting the history and spirit of Ludington. Click here for directions and a slideshow of Waterfront Park.

North of Ludington on Upper Hamlin Lake, Wilson Hill Park has wonderful waterfront views, a picnic area, play equipment and a sports field area. Click here for directions and a slideshow of Wilson Hill Park.