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Ludington, Michigan

S. state of Michigan.

Type CityPopulation 7,655

Why go

  • City in Michigan, United States.
  • Served by Mason County Airport (LDM).

History

Ludington is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is the county seat and the largest city in Mason County. The population was 7,655 at the 2020 census, making it the fourth largest city in the northern Michigan area.

Airports

Manistee County Blacker Airport (MBL) 23 mi to the centre
Manistee, MI, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor. ✈ direct flights to 1 destination incl. Chicago (OpenFlights route data).
Indoor | Outdoor
Mason County Airport (LDM) 1.2 mi to the centre
Ludington, MI, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Silver Lake Airport 22 mi to the centre
Mears, MI, US
Outdoor
Oceana County Airport 23 mi to the centre
Hart/Shelby, MI, US
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Ludington Ferry Dock
Ferry terminal · 1.2 mi from the centre
Outdoor
Ludington
Ferry terminal · 1.3 mi from the centre · Lake Michigan Carferry Service
Outdoor
Manitowoc–Ludington
Ferry route · Lake Michigan Carferry Service
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Mason County Airport (LDM); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 2 ferry terminals within 12 mi (nearest: Ludington Ferry Dock, 1.2 mi); routes include Manitowoc–Ludington.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Ludington, Michigan. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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