The Bangor/South Haven Heritage Water Trail flows from Bangor to South Haven. The Van Buren Trail runs from Hartford to South Haven on old railroad tracks. Adjoining the State Park is North Point, a County-owned 17-acre park, which also offers hiking, bird-watching, and Lake Michigan frontage. Nearby is the Van Buren State Park offering camping, hiking trails, and a beautiful beach. Several campgrounds have been developed along the trail due to its popularity.

The Kal-Haven Trail, stretching from Kalamazoo to South Haven, is used by hikers, bicyclists, equestrians, cross-county skiers, and snowmobilers. Historical signs tell of the rich history along the harbor. The Harborwalk is a two-mile walking tour around the harbor serving people of all abilities. Please click on the link below for a copy of the Monroe Bluff Beach Management Plan: In 2016, the City of South Haven’s Public Works Department undertook the effort of creating best management practices for maintenance of the dune habitat west of Monroe Boulevard between Van Buren and Chestnut Streets. Also, due to it’s location on the Great Lakes, the city is a major attraction to visitors and second-home owners, especially during the summer months. Whether your greatest moments are spent beach combing, boating, sailing, golfing, hiking, biking, fishing, in-line skating, skateboarding, kayaking, canoeing, wine tasting, visiting u-pick farms, horseback riding, camping at private or state-operated campgrounds, playing at the local park or attending festivals, the area continues to offer the best activities for families, seniors, rural residents and city dwellers.

Located on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Black River, the area offers an abundance of recreational activities year round. If you would like to receive text alerts regarding beach flags status:

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