Van Buren State Park — Lake Michigan shoreline

Leash required South Haven, MI Verified · 2026-09-05

Pets are welcome on most of the Lake Michigan shoreline except the buoyed swim area, with a pet-friendly beach area south of the swim area.

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Set by Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Rules change — posted signage and the current ordinance always take precedence over this page.

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