Connecting Muskegon to the World

The Muskegon Harbor is one of the most diverse harbors in the Great Lakes. Muskegon’s “Blue Economy” is host to commercial port operations, cruise ships, scientific freshwater and fisheries research, maritime history museums, marinas, and all types of water recreation activities!

The Muskegon Lake water depth allows for safe nautical routes. The federally designed channel connecting Lake Michigan to Muskegon Lake welcomes all vessel sizes and types, commercial and pleasure. Muskegon is a popular cruise ship port and provides high speed ferry services to Milwaukee Wisconsin from May to October.

2025 to 2030 Connect Muskegon Waterfront Plan

The Muskegon River played a major roll in Michigan History because it anchored Michigan’s early lumber industry which later advanced to a high-tech manufacturing industry. Today the harbor is being re-designed to serve a futuristic blue economic which protects the environment and enhances our quality of life. Here are information links on the proposed Connect Muskegon Lake Waterfront Plan. Many projects are already underway!

Connect Waterfront Plan PDF
Economic Impact Study on Proposed Maritime Center
Muskegon Port Overview Presentation by West Michigan Port Operators Representative Chuck Canestraight

Docking Facilities and Reservations

Ships will enter Muskegon Lake through a deep water channel. The maximum depth of Muskegon Lake is 79 feet while the size is 12 square miles. For cruise ship dock reservations and services contact Bob Lukens or call 231-724-3103

2025 Cruise Ship Schedule

June

Sunday, June 1st – Pearl Mist | Sails in 9am, Sails out 10pm

Tuesday, June 3rd – Pearl Mist | Sails in 10am, Sails out 5pm June 4

Thursday, June 12th – Victory | Sails in 7am, Sails out 8pm

Thursday, June 26th – Victory | Sails in 7am, Sails out 8pm

July

Monday, July 21st- Pearl Mist | Sails in 9am, Sails out 10pm

Wednesday, July 23rd – Pearl Mist | Sails in 10pm, Sails out 5pm July 24

August

Tuesday, Aug 12th – Pearl Mist | Sails in 9am, Sails out 10pm

Thursday, Aug 14th – Pearl Mist | Sails in 10pm, Sails out 5pm Aug 15

Tuesday, Aug 26th – Le Champlain | Sails in 9am, Sails out 8pm Aug 27

Tuesday, Aug 26th – Pearl Mist | Sails in 9am, Sails out 10pm Aug 27

Thursday, Aug 28th – Le Champlain | Sails in 7am, Sails out 4pm

September

Tuesday, September 9th – Le Champlain | Sails in 9am, Sails out 8pm

Thursday, September 11th – Le Champlain | Sails in 7am, Sails out 4pm

Wednesday, September 17th – Pearl Mist | Sails in 9am, Sails out 10pm

Friday, September 19th – Pearl Mist | Sails in 10pm, Sails out 5pm Sept 20

Note: For safety reasons, cruise ships are subject to homeland security measures. Security protocols are in place at all Great Lakes ports, including Muskegon, to ensure the safety of ships and passengers.

Excursion Planning

Great Art! Great Outdoors!

Muskegon is a unique place where you can create an experience for all types of interests. From history and maritime tours, art, outdoor adventures, wine tasting, dune rides and more. Muskegon Tour company can coordinate hop-on/hop off trolley or motorcoach tours along with customized tours from 2 hours to 2 days! The cruise ship dock is walking distance from many attractions. For planning assistance, transportation and professional guide services, contact Muskegon Tour Co. or call 231-855-TOUR (8687).