Living the beach life: If you're going to the lake, you're probably going to want to hit up a beach for some relaxing time in the sun. Luckily, you don't need to own property along the shoreline to enjoy its beauty or even soak in its waves, reporter Dylan Savela writes. Public access points and beaches are plentiful in Manistee County, and here are a few favorites: First Street Beach/Douglas Park, North Beach Access, Fifth Avenue Beach and more. See the full list of Beaches in Manistee County).