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Blue Water Area: Michigan's Thumbcoast Shoreline

 

Welcome to Michigan’s Thumbcoast! We invite you to discover 140 miles of pristine shoreline while enjoying the beaches, live theatre, delicious eateries, and culture.

Lighthouses

family of four running on the sand with view of lighthouse behind them

Events

large sand hill with discover the blue carved into it

Accessibility Information

accessible beach chair at the county park

Shoreline Communities

boats in the channel with buildings both sides of the channel

Secret Beaches

woman on beach in lounge chair making shhh sound with finger to her lips

Family Fun

little boy in beach hat sitting in beach chair at the beach

Water Trails

kayaker with dog on board, turnip rock in the background

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Discover The Blue

The Thumbcoast is a must see destination in every season. Explore the region using our digital road trip map to navigate charming small towns and points of interest. Discover 2 - 3 day summer getaway itineraries for Port Huron, Marine City, St. Clair,  and Port Sanilac. Take a self-guided beer, wine, and spirits tour and the super fun 2023 Wet Your Whistle Challenge!

Nine waterfront resort communities - Port Austin, Harbor Beach, Port Sanilac, Lexington, Port Huron, Marysville, St. Clair, Marine City, and Clay / Algonac are ready to welcome you to this awesome place known as Michigan's Thumbcoast.

For More Information
Blue Water Area Convention & Visitor Bureau
videos of the blue water area
Discover The Blue: Michigan's Thumbcoast
Discover a Summer Getaway in Port Huron
A Visit to St. Clair and Marysville
Lake Huron Roadside Park
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Discover The Blue: Michigan's Thumbcoast
Discover a Summer Getaway in Port Huron
A Visit to St. Clair and Marysville
Lake Huron Roadside Park

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