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13 Ιουνίου, 2025

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When you picture Saugatuck gay travel, think less “sleepy lake town” and more “Midwest Provincetown.” Just three hours from the city, this artsy haven has become the go-to weekend escape for the Chicago gay community, delivering big-resort energy beside Lake Michigan’s postcard dunes. Ready to map your trip? Below are seven essential stops—plus insider tips to keep everything smooth.


1. The Dunes Resort: Midwest LGBTQ+ Playground

The Dunes Resort - Midwest LGBTQ+ Playground
The Dunes Resort – Midwest LGBTQ+ Playground

Since 1981, The Dunes Resort has been the heartbeat of local nightlife. Its 81-room complex throws DJ-driven dance parties, poolside tea dances, and packed drag revues every summer Friday. Even if you lodge elsewhere, grab a day pass for the pool or swing by Sunday Tea—an iconic ritual on the deck.
Pro tip: Rooms sell out by February; book early.


2. Campit Outdoor Resort: Rustic Retreat Ten Minutes Away

Prefer pine trees to disco lights? Campit Outdoor Resort offers cabins, tent sites, and vintage trailers on 33 wooded acres. The vibe is laid-back yet proudly queer, with bonfire socials and an August music fest. Nature by day, dance floor by night—rideshares run between the two resorts all weekend.


3. Oval Beach & Sunset Cruises on the Star of Saugatuck

No visit is complete without Oval Beach, often called one of America’s best. Claim a dune-side spot, then toast the evening on the paddle-wheel steamer Star of Saugatuck as the shoreline turns golden.


4. Art-Coast Heritage: Galleries, Murals, Studios

Dubbed “The Art Coast of Michigan,” Saugatuck-Douglas has lured creatives since the 1890s. Browse Butler Street’s galleries, catch open studios, or snap the rainbow mural by the chain-ferry dock. Many featured artists are LGBTQ+ themselves, adding layers of perspective. Check the Saugatuck/Douglas Visitors Bureau calendar for gallery walks and pop-up shows.


5. Queer-Owned Food & Drink Hotspots

Support local entrepreneurs while fueling your fun:

  • Uncommon Coffee Roasters – Try the lavender latte.

  • Guardian Brewing – Lesbian-owned taproom pouring 20-plus house beers and a full vegan menu.

  • Coast 236 – Elevated lake-to-table seafood perfect for date night.

  • Respite Cappuccino Court – Garden setting for morning pastries.


6. Year-Round LGBTQ+ Events & Festivals

Saugatuck Gay Travel: 7 Can’t-Miss Spots Chicago Gays Love
Saugatuck Gay Travel: 7 Can’t-Miss Spots Chicago Gays Love

Beyond Pride Month, the calendar stays stacked:

  • Memorial Day White Party – Season opener at The Dunes.

  • Fourth-of-July Drag Brunch Cruise – Glitter on the water, fireworks overhead.

  • Labor Day “Last Dance” Weekend – Three nights of DJs closing summer in style.

  • HollyDazzle – December’s neon holiday drag show that proves queer cheer thrives even in the off-season.


7. Getting There: A Seamless Chicago Gay Getaway

Hit I-94 and you’ll reach downtown in under three hours—ideal for spontaneous Friday escapes. Car-free? Amtrak’s Wolverine drops you in Holland, MI; from there it’s a 25-minute rideshare into town. Once you arrive, everything from galleries to beach shuttles sits within a quick bike or scooter ride.


Final Splash

Whether you crave poolside drag numbers or silent dunes at sunset, this lakeside LGBTQ+ sanctuary delivers both in a single weekend. Its blend of small-town warmth, queer-run businesses, and jaw-dropping scenery explains why visitors return season after season—and why first-timers quickly feel like locals. Pack your beach towel and dancing shoes; magic awaits on Michigan’s coast.

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Saugatuck offers a welcoming atmosphere, vibrant nightlife, and scenic beauty, making it an attractive spot for LGBTQ+ travelers.
Yes! The Dunes Resort is one of the largest LGBTQIA+ resorts in the U.S., providing a lively and inclusive environment.
Visitors can enjoy beach strolls, sunset cruises, drag shows, and local queer-owned businesses.
Absolutely! Saugatuck embraces diversity, ensuring a welcoming experience for everyone, regardless of their background.
By choosing to shop at queer-owned businesses and engaging in local LGBTQ+ events, you can contribute to the community’s growth and vibrancy.
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