Enjoy Winter Activities in the Ludington State Park
The Ludington State Park offers winter activities. With snowshoeing tours, cross country skiing, and natural beauty, it’s a winter paradise!
Photos by the Ludington Area Jaycees
Putt Putt for a Purpose at the Ludington Area Jaycees Mini Golf Course!
The Ludington Area Jaycees Mini Golf Course has been a popular place in the summertime, as residents and visitors alike enjoy a round of mini golf right at the Stearns Park Beach overlooking Ludington’s North Breakwater Lighthouse.
Summer hours now through Labor Day are Sunday-Friday from 11am-10pm & Saturday from 9am-10pm
About the Jaycees Mini Golf Course
The Ludington Area Jaycees’ Miniature Golf Course was opened in 1967 for the sole purpose of generating funds to support community projects. Since that year, over $300,000 has been donated by the club to local initiatives.
Some of the major projects the Ludington Area Jaycees Mini Golf Course has supported over the years are: the Scottville Optmist Park Project, the Custer Community “Johnny’s Bandstand” Sculpture Park, the Copeyon Park Fish Cleaning Station, the Ludington Recreation Soccer Field on Bryant Road, Mason County Recreation Football, emergency equipment for Ludington Fire Department, Waterfront Park Playground, Stearns Park Accessibility Walkways, Ludington and Mason County Central High School’s Music Departments, among many others.
2026 Rates
Under Age 6 & Veterans/Military: Free
Age 6-12 & 55+: $7
Age 13-54: $9
Season Pass (30 Games): $140
Charity Mondays
As part of the Ludington Area Jaycees Mini Golf mission, the course donates 30% of profits each year back into other non-profit organizations and initiatives in the community. One way the group accomplishes this is through “Charity Mondays” where various organizations get 30% of profits on Mondays throughout the summer.
Here's the list of organizations that will benefit from Charity Mondays in 2026:
- May 25th, 2026 – Shoreline FORCE (Families For Cycling Education)
- May 31st, 2026 (Sunday)- Coats & Boots for Kids
- June 8th, 2026 – Ludington Petunia Parade
- June 15th, 2026 – Staircase Youth Services
- June 22nd, 2026 – Childhood Cancer Campaign
- June 29th, 2026 – Miss Sawyer’s Kids With A Cause
- July 6th, 2026 – JCI Ludington Freedom Festival
- July 13th, 2026 – Communities Overcoming Violence (COVE)
- July 20th, 2026 – Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA)
- July 27th, 2026 – HELP INC
- August 3rd, 2026 – Helping Others Prosper (HOP)
- August 10th, 2026 – Caritas Food Pantry
- August, 17th, 2026 – Oriole Giving Tree
- August 24th, 2026 – Home Team Housing
- August 31st, 2026 – AFFEW (A Few Friends for the Environment & World)
- September 7th, 2026 – Mini Golf Hut/Patio Reconstruction
Course Renovations
By 2015, time and elements had taken their toll on the Jaycees Mini Golf Course so the Jaycees pursued a complete overhaul of the course at that time. With the help of state grant funds and sponsorships the course has been completely revitalized with the hopes of bringing in more money to be donated back into community projects.
A new theme, talked about by the Jaycees for several years, has been implemented on the renovated course and encompasses educational and historical obstacles and highlights local attractions. The Landmarks of Ludington theme fits in with other community efforts which focus on the rich history of Ludington and Mason County.
The renovation project was the beneficiary of the 2016 Ludington Lake Jump and the club has also received a $45,000 grant from the Passports for Recreation Program through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. A few sponsorship opportunities for the Ludington Area Jaycees Mini Golf still remain.
For more information, contact Mini Golf Chairperson Mary Burden at (231) 690-2020. General monetary donations (with checks made payable to Ludington Area Jaycees Mini Golf) can be sent to: Ludington Area Jaycees, c/o Mini Golf, P.O. Box 411, Ludington, MI 49431.
For more information on the Ludington Area Jaycees Mini Golf Course:
900 W. Ludington Ave.,
Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 843-4663
Discover more around Ludington!
Accessible Walkways at Stearns Park Beach
The three accessible walkways installed at Stearns Park Beach in Ludington allow everyone to make their way to the water and sand.
Ludington’s North Breakwater Light
Ludington’s North Breakwater Light is the number one lighthouse to see in Michigan! Take a trip along the breakwater path to see it up close!
Trails and Tours
Discover all of the different trails and tours that Ludington has to offer! Discover a water path, hiking trail, or an art work stop!
Charter Boat Fishing
No matter your experience level, Ludington area charter captains will guide you in what to bring and what to expect on the big lake.
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Experience the Activities and Attractions of Ludington!
Ludington’s Great Outdoors
Ludington has miles of beautiful beaches, the Ludington State Park, and all the activities that take place in Mother Nature’s playground.
Hamlin Lake
Hamlin Lake is where you want to be. It offers terrific summer recreation, including swimming, boating, tubing, and more!
Beaches & Parks
Ludington has many beautiful beaches and parks to explore. Enjoy a day on the shores of Lake Michigan or take in the scenery at a local park.
Hamlin Lake Sand Dunes
Small destinations within themselves, visitors of Hamlin Lake will go on an adventure to find their perfect dune.
Value of Sports Museum
Visit the new Value of Sports Museum located at Historic White Pine Village just a short drive from Ludington.
Mason County Sculpture Trail
The Mason County Sculpture Trail was launched in 2012 and includes nine sculptures in Ludington, Scottville, and Fountain.
