First Street Beach in Manistee by Tess Bladen

I missed the news back in May, but mLive.com just shared a reminder that First Street Beach was named Michigan’s top beach by USA Today readers.

Now this is no shade to Manistee’s First Street Beach because for my money, it’s one of the best, especially for finding beach glass. I am for sure wondering if readers think this is our best beach or if they prefer another. Let me know in the comments or on the Michigan in Pictures Facebook!!

Manistee Tourism shared Tess’s photo on their First Street Beach + Douglas Park page. Visit for a live web cam and info about the three playgrounds, bathhouse & concessions, dog park/dog beach, and all kinds of other amenities!