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West End Beach

4.6(397)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 397 reviews (Google rating)Park
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Quick facts

West End Beach is a park at 716 W Grandview Pkwy in Traverse City, MI, open daily from undefined.

Address
716 W Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City, MI 49684
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About West End Beach

West End Beach is a local beach and bayfront park at 716 W Grandview Pkwy in Traverse City, MI. Its narrow shoreline is popular with swimmers and kayakers, making those two activities central to the beach’s character. The park also has picnic tables and is listed as suitable for picnics, so a visit can include time by the water and a meal at a table.

The park welcomes children and dogs. Listed amenities include cycling lanes and public restrooms, along with both free and paid parking lots. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available. These features provide practical context for planning a beach outing, whether the focus is swimming, kayaking, or a picnic. West End Beach has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 397 reviews.

Known for

  • Narrow shoreline and bayfront park
  • Popular with swimmers and kayakers
  • Picnic tables and public restrooms
  • Welcomes children and dogs
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “We stopped by on our way north and it was very nice!”

    — Toni Linfield, September 28, 2026 · google

  • “Considering it was late afternoon and raining, I was amazed how warm the bay water was! 2026.08.29”

    — Julie Angelena, August 29, 2026 · google

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Is West End Beach open on Mondays?
Yes — West End Beach is open Monday from undefined to undefined.
Where is West End Beach?
West End Beach is at 716 W Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City, MI 49684.

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