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Situated on the shores of Lake Michigan, Van Buren Campground has one mile of sandy beach and high dune formations. It’s the perfect place to lounge on the beach, walk through woodland trails and enjoy a picnic lunch. Located three miles south of South Haven, the campground is only minutes away from local shops and restaurants.
Van Buren State Park is set along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The park is home to high dune formations, a modern campground, 1 mile of sandy beach, woodland trails and a day-use area.
The day-use area offers picnic tables and grills, a picnic shelter and two modern restroom buildings. Lake Michigan provides a great area for swimming and a beautiful beach for sunbathing.
From the park, visitors can access the Van Buren State Park Spur Trail, which offers a scenic, 4-mile paved route into the City of South Haven. Along the way, visitors can access Van Buren Trail State Park (gravel surface) near 16th Avenue and continue on an additional 12 miles (south) to the City of Hartford. The Kal-Haven Trail State Park connects in South Haven and provides 33.5 miles of additional trail.
The modern campground is divided into five loops. Most sites are generous in size with a mix of shaded and sunny sites. Campers can reach the day-use area, set along the Lake Michigan shoreline, via a walking path that’s centrally located in the campground. There are two modern restroom/shower buildings and a children’s play area.
Van Buren State Park is a wonderful camping destination, recently updated! Bathrooms are so nice, classy restaurants are jealous. Hot showers, clean grounds, and simply a very relaxing stay! Totally recommend this as a Sputhwest Michigan destination. Oh, and rock hunters, yeah this is a stop for you as well.
Awesome views on the beach, fun rocks to look through, and it's a great place to camp in the state park campground. Dog friendly everywhere after Labor Day, and there are lots of fun hiking trails. Definitely will be coming here again.
First time at Van Buren SP and we had a wonderful time. The restrooms are updated and the individual showers are really nice. Loved the bike path into South Haven as it went right from the park to the town. We rode our bikes and spent the day enjoying the town. Beach access is great a trail right from the campground leads you to the parking lot of the beach. Also if your into kayaking there’s a free launch and parking in town on the Black River. Road to access is right near the bridge on the river. The park was fairly empty but we went mid week in October but I can truly see why this place is so popular! We will be making reservations to return. Also there a cute store right near the entrance that has a good supply of things and the owners are super friendly.
