Essential Michigan Beach Day Basics Checklist
After dozens of Michigan beach trips, I’ve learned what truly makes for a perfect day by the lake. This is my go-to checklist—guaranteed to save you time, money, and stress!
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🏖️ Must-Have Beach Day Essentials
Here’s a sneak peek of my all-time favorite Michigan beach gear! Every item below is something I personally use or recommend—and you’ll find the full, printable, shoppable list inside the free checklist download above.
👙 Favorite Swimsuit
I never hit the beach without a comfortable, flattering suit that holds up to real beach days.
🧺 Beach Towel or Blanket
Lightweight, sand-resistant, and fast-drying—this towel changed my beach game.
Want more? The complete, clickable checklist (with my full set of beach gear picks and extra Amazon favorites) is available as a FREE download—grab it at the top of this page!
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Jill Halpin is a Michigan travel expert and founder of MyMichiganBeach.com, one of the state’s leading travel resources. Based in Michigan, Jill is known for her in-depth knowledge of Michigan destinations, from beach towns and Great Lakes getaways to hidden inland gems. She appears regularly as a TV travel contributor on WDIV Detroit, Fox17 West Michigan, Fox2 Detroit, and other Midwest media, and her travel expertise has been featured in The Detroit News and across major digital outlets.
Jill is a member of top Michigan tourism organizations and is dedicated to helping travelers discover the best things to do, see, and experience throughout the state year-round. See more at MyMichiganBeach.com/media.