Beaches

Come enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches of South Haven Michigan. From sunrise to sunset the beaches are packed full of fun and activities! From kite boarding, swimming, sandcastle building, picnic, volley ball, sun bathing, photo-ops, playgrounds, weddings and much more; the white sand beaches of South Haven are the place to be!

South Haven Michigan Beaches:

Deerlick Creek Park Beach 
76750 13th Ave.
Swimming, carry-in boat access, free parking and portable bathrooms.

Dyckman Beach
175 North Shore Dr.
Swimming, cary-in boat access and boardwalk. Paid parking.

Newcome Beach Access
725 North Shore Dr.
Tucked away at the bottom of a towering bluff. Street parking only.

North Beach
45 Lakeshore Dr.
Swimming, pier, playground, beach volleyball, picnic area, concessions, ADA accessible and fishing. Paid Parking.

Oak St. Beach
375 North Shore Dr.
Swimming and scenic views. Parking pass required.

Packard Park & Beach
231 North Shore Dr.
Swimming, picnic area with grills, grassy and playground areas. Paid Parking. 

South Beach
60 Water St.
Swimming, pier, lighthouse, fishing, picnic area with grills, ADA accessible, splashpad and playground. Paid Parking.

Woodman Beach
97 North Shore Drive
Swimming, small and quiet. Paid parking.

Pilgrim Haven Natural Area
18th Avenue, South Haven
Swimming, small and quiet, nature trails. Free parking.

Van Buren State Park
23960 Ruggles Road
Swimming, nature trails, picnic areas, campground, playground, restrooms. Paid Parking. (Dog Friendly Areas)
 

Beaches are open all year round. No animals and no alcohol allowed.

Click here for more information on the City of South Haven's Beaches.

City of South Haven Beach Parking Information

Van Buren State Park

Beach  Accessibility

On our North and South Beaches there are transfer stations for wheelchair accessibility. On North Beach, the transfer station is located near the concession stand. At South Beach, the transfer station is located near the playground equipment. Below are pictures of the transfer stations for easy identification. 

Beach Wheelchair Rentals – South Beach

Enjoy greater access to the sand and shore with our free beach wheelchair rentals. Choose between a non-motorized Sandcruiser or a motorized Action Trackchair, depending on your mobility needs and beach plans.

This program is offered through a partnership between Visit South Haven and the City of South Haven, working together to make the beach more accessible for all.

Reservations are free of charge, but availability may be affected by weather or other conditions as determined by the City. Chairs are limited to use at South Beach only, and you must be 18 or older to reserve or be accompanied by a caregiver or guardian.

For questions or more information, please call 269-637-5151.

Click HERE to book a beach wheelchair.