Beach Town of South Haven
Founded in 1850 and named the "Land of Sunsets" by its settlers, South Haven's beauty has been renowned by its residents and surrounding cities since its inception. Dubbed the Catskills of the Midwest, South Haven is a mecca for beach town history, maritime heritage, natural beauty, wineries, and galleries. This Michigan gem sits right on Lake Michigan and boasts seven public beaches, one for each day of the week!
South Haven is a beautiful town located along the sandy coastline of Lake Michigan. Decked out with more than 70 local shops, eateries, and boutiques, this charming beach town is sure to capture your heart. It is also home to some of the state's most notable biking, hiking, and walking trails. This is a destination that keeps giving year after year!
South Haven's beaches range from family-friendly and convenient to more secluded and romantic. With so many to choose from, you can wake up and see which suits you best that day.
The beautiful scenery surrounding South Haven is really something to dive into. Bike the famous heritage Kal-Haven Trail, which spans 34 miles and takes you through orchard fields, small towns, and serene wetlands, and from Kalamazoo to South Haven. With over 48 miles of hiking and biking trails, 91 miles of waterways for kayaking and canoeing, 770 acres of protected nature preserves, and 11 miles of horseback riding trails, South Haven oozes natural beauty and activities that are sure to take your breath away and keep you coming back for more.
South Haven's downtown is lined with little boutiques and restaurants, and you can easily make an afternoon of enjoying the walkability of this lively downtown. Stroll down the main drag, Phoenix Street, and enjoy the quintessential Michigan lake town shops and fudgeries. The view on Phoenix Street heading toward Lake Michigan is something out of a picture. Sailboats coming in off the lake from a long day of sailing, people gathering near the waterfront with their ice creams, and the sun setting in the background, bliss!
Whether you are looking to kick back and relax, surround yourself with nature, or travel with friends or family, South Haven offers something for everyone to enjoy!