Welcome to Oceana County, Michigan

Things to do in Oceana County include:

Go to the Beach
Visit the Silver Lake Sand Dunes
Ride the Hart to Montague Bike Trail
See the Little Sauble Point Lighthouse
Stroll the Pentwater Shopping District
Kayak the White River
Fish for Salmon on Lake Michigan

Oceana County was named after the long Lake Michigan shoreline that characterizes the county's western border. Like many western Michigan counties, Oceana grew during the lumbering era with the first know white settlement established in 1849. As the county grew the villages of Pentwater, Shelby and Hart, the county seat, were established and grew.

The lumbering boom gave way to farming and the county is well known for it's apple, pear, and cherry fruit orchards. Tourism also plays a major role in the county's economy as visitors flock here to enjoy the sugar sand beaches along Lake Michigan. The population in the Village of Pentwater explodes during the summer months.

Attractions include the Little Sauble Point Lighthouse and the Silver Lake sand dunes. Oceana County offers a multitude of outdoor recreational spots including canoeing, kayaking and fishing on the White River.

Sightseeing from Silver Lake and Lake Michigan, rolling orchards, bursting with blooms in the spring and fruit during the late summer are all waiting for you when you plan your visit.

Portions of the Manistee National Forest also stretch into the county with lush forested hiking paths and camping opportunities.

Safety is a significant issue at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes, 20 miles south of Ludington. All vehicles entering the dunes must have mounted to their front bumper a 10-foot mast holding an international orange flag. With the rolling terrain, spotting a flag coming over a hill can avert collisions. The flags and masts are sold at many area businesses. Planning your summer vacation? Make Oceana County one of your areas to visit.

May	Oceana County Habitat For Humanity's 3 Person Golf Scramble, Corporate Sponsor: Shelby State Bank. At the Oceana Golf Course, May 14th, 8:30am Shotgun Start $190.00 per Team includes continental breakfast, golf w/cart, catered dinner, and prizes. 1st Place wins round of golf for 4 at Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course ($700 value) For information call 231-861-6796 To reserve tee time call Oceana Golf Course at 231-861-4211 (limited to 32 teams)
June	National Asparagus Festival
	Arts & Crafts Fair
	NAF Children's Parade
	NAF Children's Entertainment
	Spear-it 5k Walk-Run Silver Lake
	NAF Food Show
	Bulls and Barrels Extravaganza
	Entertainment Tent featuring Scottville Clown Band and the Legacy Band
	NAF Asparagus Smorgasbord
	NAF Fly-in Breakfast
September	September 10, 2005 Wine at the Harbor, a benefit for the Oceana/ Muskegon Hospice, at Snug Harbor Marina, Pentwater. 2pm to 6pm
September	Apple Festival; sponsored by the Shelby Area Chamber of Commerce. Held in downtown Shelby. 25th Anniversary of the Apple Pie Contest and Auction.