The Kal-Haven Trail is a
33.5 mile
linear multiple-use trail that links Kalamazoo to South Haven. The Kal-Haven Trail is built on the abandoned Kalamazoo & South Haven Railroad route that existed from 1870 to 1970.
How long is the Kal-Haven Trail from Kalamazoo to South Haven?
The Kal-Haven Trail is an amazing
34 mile
long linear, multi-use trail that links Kalamazoo to South Haven and is southwest Michigan's premier tourist destination. The Trail passes through busy towns and small villages, open farmland and orchards, delicate wetlands and ends on the shores of Lake Michigan.
How much of the Kal-Haven Trail is paved?
Currently, there are
24 miles
complete of this non-motorized, paved-asphalt trail. One stretch begins at 10th Street, heading east from the Kal-Haven Caboose and stretching 4.8 miles to Westnedge Ave.
Can you ride a road bike on the Kal-Haven Trail?
It is super smooth and easy riding for whatever you ride,
even skinny tire road bikes would be okay on this trail, although it's perfect for mountain, hybrid, or cyclocross bikes
. Just be prepared to give your two wheeled baby a bath after the ride. They do get a little dusty after a ride on the KalHaven.
Can you snowmobile on the Kal-Haven Trail?
About the Trail:
The railroad bed has been converted to a trail with a limestone/slag surface and is suitable for non-motorized bicycles, hiking, and snowmobiling. Geocaching is permitted along the trail.
Snowmobilers can enjoy the Kal-Haven Trail when there is a 4-inch base of snow
.
Can you camp along the Kal-Haven Trail?
Campgrounds Along the Kal-Haven Trail
The campground is open from May 15th through October 15th
. There are spaces for primitive tent camping as well as RVs. If you are looking for a unique campground a little further away from town, Kal-Haven Outpost is the perfect place for you.
Is North Beach South Haven Open?
North Beach is a popular beach in South Haven just north of the pier/lighthouse. The Beach is
open until 11pm
. The parking fee is $7.00 per car.
Can you drink on South Haven beach?
Beaches are open all year round. No animals and
no alcohol allowed
.
Which beach is better in South Haven?
South Beach and North Beach
are the main beaches of South Haven. These are also the most popular beaches in South Haven. There is the iconic South Haven Lighthouse, and you can walk out to the end of the pier where the lighthouse stands.
Can you swim at South Haven today?
South Haven, North Beach is open year-round from 8am-10pm.
Visitors can enjoy swimming
, walking along the pier, concession stands, playgrounds, and excellent fishing. Pets are not permitted.
Can you have beer on Michigan beaches?
Most public beaches in Michigan are alcohol free
. over a year ago. Alcohol is prohibited on Silver Beach, also Tiscornia and Jean Klock across the river. At Jean Klock we have had wine at sunset though but we didn't know it was prohibited and there was no one checking.
Where do you park at South Haven beach?
Packard Park & Beach
$10 per trip parking fee (credit card or cash) or a free option to parallel park on North Shore Drive.
