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    South Beach

    South Haven, MichiganLake on Lake MichiganPublic swimming beach

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    Public Lake Michigan beach with swimming, a pier, lighthouse, playground, picnic area and paid parking.

    Water
    Lake, Lake Michigan
    Entry
    Paid parking.
    Swim hours
    Open all year.
    Facilities
    Pier, lighthouse, picnic area, playground
    Dogs
    No animals allowed.
    Managed by
    City of South Haven

    Getting there

    South Beach is at 60 Water Street, South Haven.

    42.3994, -86.2843

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    Rules to know before you go

    • No animals allowed.
    • No alcohol allowed.
    • No public gatherings from 23:00 to daylight.

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    Questions about South Beach

    Can you swim at South Beach?

    Yes. South Beach is a public beach where swimming is available. Paid parking applies.

    Does it cost anything to swim at South Beach?

    Paid parking.

    Are dogs allowed at South Beach?

    No animals allowed.

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