Why Michigan's Art Coast Is Considered The 'Cape Cod Of The Midwest'
By Aimee Long
VACATIONS
With waterfront vistas, hydrangea-flanked cottages, and windswept beaches, Saugatuck, Michigan, can easily be mistaken for the East Coast haven of Cape Cod.
Located on the eastern side of Lake Michigan, known as the "Art Coast," this quaint lakeside town has secluded stretches of coast, a thriving artist hub, and culinary scene.
Like the quiet fishing villages you'll find along America's East Coast, Saugatuck is also the perfect romantic Michigan getaway and can double as a great spot for family fun, too.
Saugatuck has drawn in creatives since the early 1900s. There are plenty of galleries and studios to explore and art festivals to attend, with everything from jewelry to pottery.
Summer offers many art festivals in Saugatuck. This is also the time to soak up the area's famous beaches and experience Lake Michigan or the Kalamazoo River.