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Let Fido off his leash in the cool waters of Lake Michigan. Dogs need to be leashed while on the sand, but can swim free at Norman F. Kruse Park. Photo by @Sexologistmegan.
Lexie Rose playing fetch with her green stick
Dogs enjoying the beach
Libby (6 months old) enjoying the sand
Lots of room to play with your dog
We loved this beach.
MEETING NEW FRIENDS ON THE BEACH.
PLAYING IN THE SAND
MY DOG BOONE FINDING NEW TREASURES
PLAYING FETCH IN THE WAVES!
Kelsie taking a break in the sand
They played so hard they both got "swimmers tail". They had a great time, beautiful beach for dogs off leash.
Kelsie and lexie swimming
Lexie learning how to swim
Bulldog in the Sunset
Sunsets
Sunsets
Kelsie playing with her tennis ball
Havign a great time in the water!!
June 4, 2011 my six month old Lab just before we head to the water. There is a simple beach fence that separates the dog beach from the non dog beach. Great Place will be back for sure!
We were so excited to find the dog beach at Kruse park today! Lots of friendly dogs (and people, too). Sun and surf for dogs.
A photo of a dog at the Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @reissjes
A photo of a dog in the water at Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @reissjes
A photo of a dog hanging out at Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @reissjes
A photo of two dogs in the water at Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @Reissjes
A photo of a dog at Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @reissjes
Zoey running in the sand
Zoey on the beach
Let Fido off his leash in the cool waters of Lake Michigan. Dogs need to be leashed while on the sand, but can swim free at Norman F. Kruse Park. Photo by @Sexologistmegan.
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Kruse Park Dog Beach, a pet-friendly activity in Muskegon.
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Lexie Rose playing fetch with her green stick
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Dogs enjoying the beach
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Libby (6 months old) enjoying the sand
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Lots of room to play with your dog
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We loved this beach.
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MEETING NEW FRIENDS ON THE BEACH.
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PLAYING IN THE SAND
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MY DOG BOONE FINDING NEW TREASURES
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PLAYING FETCH IN THE WAVES!
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Kelsie taking a break in the sand
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They played so hard they both got "swimmers tail". They had a great time, beautiful beach for dogs off leash.
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Kelsie and lexie swimming
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Lexie learning how to swim
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Bulldog in the Sunset
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Sunsets
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Sunsets
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Kelsie playing with her tennis ball
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Havign a great time in the water!!
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June 4, 2011 my six month old Lab just before we head to the water. There is a simple beach fence that separates the dog beach from the non dog beach. Great Place will be back for sure!
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We were so excited to find the dog beach at Kruse park today! Lots of friendly dogs (and people, too). Sun and surf for dogs.
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A photo of a dog at the Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @reissjes
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A photo of a dog in the water at Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @reissjes
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A photo of a dog hanging out at Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @reissjes
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A photo of two dogs in the water at Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @Reissjes
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A photo of a dog at Norman F Kruse Park in Muskegon. Credit: @reissjes
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Zoey running in the sand
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Zoey on the beach
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Kruse Park Dog Beach

Kruse Park Dog Beach is situated at the northern end of the park in Muskegon, MI. The dog-friendly area is marked, so pay close attention to the signs to avoid being ticketed and keep Fido on a leash. Upon arriving, please note there is a 10-foot cliff/steep sand dune when you enter the area. The shoreline offers a refreshing spot where pups can splash and explore the water freely. Call ahead to ensure the beach is open due to erosion issues. Visit Website

Or call (231) 724-4100 or email ann.meisch@shorelinecity.com for more information.

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BringFido Guest Rating
Overall 4.5
Pet-friendliness 5.0
Location 4.0
Cleanliness 5.0
Safety 4.0
Amenities 3.5
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
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Kruse Park Dog Beach is rated 4.5 bones out of 5 by 45 canine critics on BringFido, and 4.5 stars out of 5 by 52 guests on TripAdvisor.

Customers consistently praise Kruse Park Dog Beach for its clean, spacious shoreline where dogs can play freely and enjoy the water, with friendly and welcoming dog owners creating a positive community atmosphere. Some visitors have noted occasional issues including flies, incomplete beach access via sand dunes, and instances of owners not cleaning up after their pets, though the majority of experiences remain highly positive.

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  • Ok so, in describing dog park beach, it says keep Fido on a leash. Pictures and review comments say they let dogs off leash. Which is it?
    Asked by Lisa on Jul 22, 2025

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