Outdoor Activities in South Haven, Michigan

Photo Credit: Mark McCulfor

There’s a special ambiance and an endless array of activities in the area of South Haven, Michigan making it the perfect outdoor oasis. Step right outside and start your outdoor adventure in Southwest Michigan. 

Beach Activities

There’s so much to do when you’re spending a day at the beach along with relaxing and soaking in the sun. If you are looking for something more to do while you’re at the beach you can rent out kayaks, paddle boards, boogie boards, canoes, and all the gear you need to get out on the water in no time right at North and South Beach in South Haven.

Fishing

There are endless possibilities to drop a line in South Haven. Experience a fishing charter or indulge in the peacefulness of fishing solo along the pier of Black River. The waters of Lake Michigan offers lake trout, yellow perch, bass, chinook, coho and steelhead among other species of fish.

Trails

Go for a walk, run and or even paddle through the trails that surround South Haven with 48 miles of hiking trails and 91 miles of kayaking trails. After all, South Haven is known as the Pure Michigan Trail Town by the Department of Natural Resources of Michigan and Travel Michigan. 

Boat Tours

Explore South Haven’s beautiful coastline and take a look at South Haven from a water perspective during the day or even sunset cruises where you can get swept away by the reflecting colors of the sunset off of Lake Michigan. Enhance your Southwest Michigan experience cruising the river or hanging out on Lake Michigan. 

Cruise Around Town

If you want to enjoy a cruise around town with friends and family you can have the options of renting a scooter, bike and even a golf cart to explore town with instead of being stuck in a car. A fun way to go check out the beautiful town of South Haven with many sights to see and places to go. 

Recreation Park

Newly opened, Lake Arvesta Farms is Michigan’s largest outdoor recreational park located in South Haven where you can experience the ultimate outdoor adventure. Featuring floating obstacle courses, a water slide, swimming areas, a designated kayak and paddle board area, and a cable wakeboarding park.