Crescent Beach and Boardwalk

Enjoy the Lake Michigan shoreline with a walk along Algoma’s award-winning boardwalk. Connecting the Algoma Visitor Center to the Algoma Marina, the boardwalk is handicap accessible on both ends. This ½-mile boardwalk is made from recycled plastic lumber and was built by volunteers. Crescent Beach offers a front-row view of the awe and beauty that only a Great Lake can give. From stunning sunrises to hot sand between your toes, the lakeshore is the perfect place to spend the day.Cool off on sandy Crescent Beach in the hot summer months, complete with a new changing station located on the northern end. Play volleyball, launch your kayak or just dip your toes in refreshing Lake Michigan.Winter offers its own beauty with the ice shelves, the sun sparkling on the blue water and look up and you just may catch a glimpse of the eagles that nest nearby.Capture the Algoma Pierhead Lighthouse in all its red glory from anywhere on the beach. It makes the perfect backdrop for your photos.