While there are quite a few stairs, therefore not handicap accessible, the view is worth it once you get to the top. The neat thing is you can go different seasons and get a whole new view each time. You see Lake Michigan, Lake Macatawa and the surrounding areas. Lots of well marked trails through the dunes as well. Well worth the energy to climb the stairs just for the view.
Beautiful view from the top and a very well-constructed staircase with plenty of rest areas make this a must-do stop in Holland. Parking is on the lake side about 1000 feet past the actual trailhead, and the fact that you have to walk past The General Store for Ice Cream after climbing to the top and back makes this trek worthwhile for anybody. After climbing to the top, there are many well marked side trails that deliver a pleasant hike through the woods, but hiking shoes are recommended as some parts of the trails are steep and can be slippery.
Breathtaking view. Great excersize doing the 230 steps to the top. Take your camera. Several hiking trails also exist
I make the strenuous walk up every chance I get. It is so rare to get a panoramic view like this in Michigan, there just usually isn't that much elevation change. Mount Pisgah is a wonderful exception. The view of the pier and Lake Michigan in one direction, with Lake Mac in the other is a site to behold.
It's a little difficult to find at first, but worth the time and the climb. Great views of Big Red, Lake Michigan, and Lake Macatawa.
My husband and i made the climb up this past weekend. The fall colors are on full display. So glad that we took time out of our short getaway to see/find this place. I will be honest we had a hard time locating it. We had to laugh at ourselves once we were set on the right path. We parked in the designated parking area, then turned out the wrong way, and headed on our walk. Realizing after 10 minutes that we should turn around. But even so the scenery there is beautiful. Ok so, we went somewhat early so it was a nice and quiet visit/hike. It is a neat thing to do if you're in Holland. Peaceful and beautiful. Worth taking on all the steps and once up there you can branch off on the hiking trails. It's a good time. I plan on going again in the spring w/ my kids.
Nice break especially if you've been in the car sitting for awhile. A little difficult to find, entrance to stairs very near Dunes Dogs on Ottawa beach road. Large sign with info about Mount Pisgah and Ottawa Beach area out front but still could be easily missed. Parking and porta potty lot is located between the General Store and the Coast Guard station on the opposite side if the road from the stairs. One item to note no dogs are allowed on the stairs or walkways. We were here in summer but imagine it is beautiful in fall colors and winter as well. Great view of the big red house against a white back ground should be beautiful.
Great workout buy climbing the stairs to the top. than the view is awsome. Always the place to see lake michigan.
Lots of steps, but well worth it. A great view of Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa. (Big Red Lighthouse too). I will take all able bodied visitors for this view. There are, I repeat, A LOT of steps.
Totally worth the "hike" - the views are beautiful. If your worried about the trip "up" - just take your time. Bring water and your camera! A must see for visitors and locals. A quick reminder of the beauty of Lake Michigan and the surrounding area.