Formerly known as the Lumber Queen of the World, the town of Muskegon suffered when the logging boom dissipated. The harbor and new enterprises allowed the town to prosper and become a mixture of industry, tourism, culture and recreational activities.
Some of the highlights of Muskegon include the beaches and dunes, Michigan's Adventure
Amusement & Water Park, Muskegon's Winter Sports Complex complete with a luge run, as well as numerous museums, and festivals.
Cross the Lake Express high-speed ferry transports visitors from Muskegon to Milwaukee in 2.5 hours.