Things to Do
Rose's retreat offers a fishing & boating dock, small boat rental, hiking, and much more nearby. Rose's also offers mini-wildress survival lessons!
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South Haven Visitors Bureau
Greater South Haven
Horseback Riding
Simpsarosa Stables
269-434-6563
Trail and pony rides.
Boating & Fishing
Saddle Lake Boating Access Site (DNR)
Hard-surfaced ramp, 15 parking spaces, 282 acre lake
Directions: (1/4 mile from Rose's Retreat)
From Grand Junction, take CR-215 South 2.2 miles.
Turn left, follow CR-384 East 1.4 miles to launch site entrance.
GPS[42.3773° N, 86.0493° W]
More Details on Saddle Lake
A fishing license is required by the State of Michigan, it can be purchased at Conroys Bait & Tackle,
54307 CR388 PO BOX 103, GRAND JUNCTION, MI 49056-0103, (269) 434-6192
or see the Michigan license Map for more locations.
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Places to go for fun!
Kal-Haven Trail State Park is a 34-mile crushed limestone path connecting South Haven and Kalamazoo. The trail meanders through wooded areas, past farm lands and over rivers and streams. Trail highlights include a camelback bridge and covered bridge. Designated Watchable Wildlife Site, Hiking, Bridle Trails, Snowmobile Area - Allowed with 4" of snow or more on the ground. More info on the trail: http://www.trailsfromrails.com/kal_haven_trail.htm
Allegan County Children's Museum
Fennville, MI 49408
269-561-8494
Curious Kid's Museum
415 Lake Boulevard
St. Joseph, MI 49085
Van Buren State Park
(12 miles to the West)
23960 Ruggles Rd
South Haven, MI 49090
Phone: 616-637-2788
Phone: 800-447-2757
This Lake Michigan beach consists of one mile of sandy-stone. It's used mainly for swimming, sunbathing, and walking. Most
visitors come in June, July, and August; summer air temperatures can range from the mid-60s to the upper 80s. Amenities include
a concession stand, showers, and modern rest rooms that are open between April 15 and October 15.
Gingerman Raceway
(simulated country road racetrack)
61414 Phoenix Road
South Haven, MI 49090
phone: 269.253.4445
Deer Forest
(19 miles to the Southwest)
6800 Marquette
Coloma, MI 49038
Phone: 616-468-4961
The park comprises 30 acres of animals and rides for small children. Around 650 animals such as llamas, deer, white elk,
and rheas roam the park, and most may be fed and petted. Kiddie rides and playground. There is also a Nursery Rhyme Lane, where the children's tales
are acted out, and a train to take you through the park. Exit 39 off of I-94.
Fenn Valley Vineyards
6130 122nd Avenue
Fennville, MI 49408
(269) 561-2396
Directions: I-196 to Exit 34 (M-89). Go east on M-89, 3-1/2 miles to 62nd Street. South 1 mile on 62nd to 122nd Avenue. Left (east) on 122nd Avenue 1/4 mile. A small premium winery known for its estate-bottled Rieslings, Champagnes, Pinot Gris and barrel-aged red wines. In addition, it offers a barrel-fermented white wine made from a new variety called Chardonel, and several port-style wines made from concentrated cherry and peach juices. Their wines have won numerous awards and honors, and many are bought up by a loyal following before they are released.
Contessa Wine Cellars
3235 Friday Road
Coloma, MI 49038
(269) 468-5534
Directions: I-94 to Exit 39, south on Friday Road 1/4 mile. Those traveling in Southwest Michigan will not want to miss visiting the newly opened Contessa Wine Cellars. Located in Coloma, just off exit 39 À Contessa Wine CellarsÖ facility offers unparalleled interior beauty along with exquisite wines and superb personal service. An unforgettable experience is guaranteed. Tasting and tours are offered daily from 12-5.
Karma Vista Vineyards
6991 Ryno Road
Coloma, MI 49038
(269) 468-WINE (9463)
Directions: I-94 Coloma Exit # 39, turn right at McDonald's. Premium wines from the Hills of Coloma, featuring: Pink Side of the Moon, Starry Starry White, Coloma Sol, Cherri Amour, Ryno Red, Cabernet Franc, Riesling, and Chardonnay.
Sarett Nature Center
(23 miles to the Southwest)
2300 Benton Center Rd
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone: 269-927-4832
Located a few miles northeast of Benton Harbor, Sarett Nature Center is a real gem. Pick up a map, then set off to
explore the five miles of trails that meander through peaceful upland meadows, along wooded bluffs, and across the
floodplain of the Paw Paw River. On the floodplain you'll encounter a variety of watery habitats, including wet forests,
turkey vultures, hawks, owls, and woodpeckers. But even if you can't tell a pied-billed grebe from a rufous-sided towhee,
cattail marches, fens, and shrub carrs. Boardwalks and observations platforms allow you to venture into the very heart
of the wetlands without getting your feet wet.
The birdwatching at Sarett is excellent. The preserve's 800 acres are home to some 300 species, including ducks, herons,
you're sure to enjoy this special place.
Trails are open dawn to dusk. The Nature Center building is open Tuesday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Saturday,
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; and closed Mondays.
Silver Leaf Renaissance Faire
Weekends in July and the beginning of August. Located near Battle Creek, Michigan.
Martin's Jet Ski & Boat Rentals
(June 1 - September 31)
04891 68th street
South Haven, MI 49090
Phone: (269) 906-1754
Hole in the Wall Paintball Field
68111 16th Avenue
South Haven, MI 49090
phone: 269.637.8749
Rock-n-Road Cycle
(bicycle rental, repair, clothing, and accessories)
315 Broadway
South Haven, MI 49090
phone: 269.639.0003
Waterfront Skate Park
Water Street (across from South Beach)
South Haven, MI 49090
Chute The Breeze Sunsports, Ltd.
521 Williams Street/Call: (269) 637-3600 or (269) 628-2678
PARASAILING & WAVERUNNER RENTAL. Experience the thrill of a hot air balloon ride, sky diving and powerboating without specialized training or near the expense! Unique fun for the entire family. Waverunner watercraft also available.
Golfing
Hawks Head Links
South Haven
269-639-2121
Jeptha Lake Golf Course
Bloomingdale
269-427-7502
Orchards!
A website that has fruit recipes and a directory of fruit farms: pickyourown.org
True Blue Blueberries
CR 215, near Silver Lake Road
Grand Junction (3 blocks away)
U-Pick or they pick blueberries, ice cream, jam, and much more!
Overhiser Orchards
109th Ave. & 64th St.
South Haven, MI. 269-236-6312
Open from 9AM -5 PM
Schemenauer Orchards
28110 CR 215
Bangor, Michigan 49013
269-906-0816
U-pick cherries, peaches, blueberries, apples.
Dutch Farm Market
6967 109th Ave.
(I-196/109th Ave., Exit 26)
South Haven, MI 49090
269.637.8334
Crane's Orchards
Fennville, Michigan
269-561-8651
Great restaurant & bakery. U-pick apples, peaches, cherries, & raspberries. Corn maze and other fall activities.
Cross Country Skiing on our property and nearby Kal-Haven State Trail.
Bittersweet Ski Area
(16 miles to the East)
600 River Rd
Otsego, MI 49078
Phone: 616-694-2820
Good snowmaking capabilities and a proximity to Kalamazoo make this a popular skiing spot. The area has
17 runs and a vertical drop of 350 feet. Snowboarding is allowed anywhere in the ski area. Lessons are offered for
children ages 4 and older.
Timber Ridge Ski Area
(14 miles to the East)
7500 23 -1/2 St
Gobles, MI 49055
Phone: 616-694-9449
This area offers a challenging expert hill as well as fun for all ages.
Echo Valley Winter Sports Park
Kalamazoo, MI
Tobogganing, Tubing, Ice Skating
Turn Right onto CR 384, left on CR 215 to M43, turn left to US-131 south the Plainwell exit (M-89 east). Follow M-89 into Richland (12 miles). Continue straight through the stoplight in Richland. Turn right on H Ave. Echo Valley is 1 mile down the road, on the right.
Cannonsburg Ski Resort
Grand Rapids, MI
616-874-6711
Free daycare while you ski!
Museums & Cultural Entertainment
Michigan Maritime Museum
(10 miles to the West)
260 Dykman Ave
South Haven, MI 49090
Phone: 616-637-8078
Open all year, the Michigan Maritime Museum offers an array of permanent and changing exhibits. Among the highlights are a
300-year-old dugout canoe, historical photographs, maritime artifacts, and lifesaving items from U.S. Coast Guard boats.
Researchers may use the research library (by appointment only). Outside there is a dock area and park. A souvenir shop offers
museum mementos.
SS Keewatin Maritime Museum
(18 miles to the North)
225 Union Street
Douglas, MI 49406
Phone: 269-857-2464
Longer than a football field and rising some five stories above the water, the Keewatin is an incongruous sight among
the small pleasurecraft floating in Kalamazoo Harbor at Douglas. Tours are available hourly from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Entertainment Within 90 Minutes
Kalamazoo Area
(about 30 minutes)
Air Zoo
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Holland Area (about 50 minutes)
Outdoor Discovery Center
Michigan Adventure Amusement Park
Dutch Village Theme Park
Grand Rapids Area (about 60 minutes)
Millennium Park Great Beach & Play Area
Blandford Nature Center
Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Grand Rapids Art Museum
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
John Ball Zoological Garden
Public Museum of Grand Rapids - Van Andel Museum Center
Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium