Fifth Avenue Beach Live Cam

Even if the beach isn’t your thing, walk the pier and enjoy a Lake Michigan sunset

Hosted by:
  • City of Manistee
  • 70 Maple Street - Manistee
  • Michigan 49660 - United States
  • https://www.manisteemi.gov/

What You're Watching

This camera provides a live view of Fifth Avenue Beach. Historic Downtown Manistee, Michigan A step back in time - Historic Manistee's River Street - through downtown to the beach, a State Historic District. Manistee's newly completed Riverwalk running along the Manistee river is truly unique, 1.5 miles long from the US 31 drawbridge to Lake Michigan. Enjoyed by residents and tourists alike, the walk has handicapped access with restrooms available. .

Best Times to Watch

Time / PeriodWhat to expect
Early mornings 6–9am localQuietest — best light on water; surfers and fishermen active
Midday (11am–2pm) in seasonPeak beach activity; clearest water visibility in sunlight
SunsetGolden light — often most visually dramatic period
Storm / approaching weatherCheck wave size and conditions before visiting

Quick Facts

History & Context

Historic Downtown Manistee, Michigan A step back in time - Historic Manistee's River Street - through downtown to the beach, a State Historic District. Manistee's newly completed Riverwalk running along the Manistee river is truly unique, 1.5 miles long from the US 31 drawbridge to Lake Michigan. Enjoyed by residents and tourists alike, the walk has handicapped access with restrooms available. Along River Street, you will see small shops in restored historic buildings, riverside restaurants, antique stores, gift shops, ice cream & fudge temptations, City Marina, watch the resident ducks, swans and seagulls, or see a Great Lakes Ship passing through the river channel. Downtown Manistee also offers the best Friday Fish Fry dinners in Michigan year-round. Of course you could catch and prepare your own fish (in season ). See our "Fishing Capital" page. There are many options for a good time in downtown Manistee. Shopping: The charm and beauty of the 1800's comes alive in Manistee's Victorian Village shopping district. A new brew-pub and restaurant (now opened) and a Polish deli-restaurant on the Riverwalk are in the Historic Downtown.

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