South Haven Beach & Pier Lighthouse
OnlineWatch the waves of Lake Michigan wash onto South Beach in South Haven, where visitors spread across a wide stretch of soft sand beneath a busy lakefront promenade. The scene follows the long South Pier out to its beloved candy-red pierhead lighthouse, a cast-iron beacon that marks the harbor channel. This is one of the most photographed shorelines on the Great Lakes.
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A Classic Great Lakes Beach
South Beach is the heart of South Haven's waterfront, a broad arc of soft sand on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan. Swimmers, sandcastle builders and strollers share the shoreline while the open freshwater horizon stretches to the west.
The Iconic Red Lighthouse
The camera frames the South Haven South Pierhead Light, a candy-red cast-iron tower linked to shore by an elevated catwalk. Built to guide vessels into the Black River channel, it is one of the region's most recognizable beacons.
The Pier and Harbor Channel
Running alongside the lighthouse, the long South Pier is a favorite spot for anglers and walkers. It marks the mouth of the Black River, where boats pass between the lake and the town's busy marina.
A Beloved Resort Town
South Haven is a classic Lake Michigan resort community known for its maritime charm, blueberry heritage and walkable downtown. This view captures the lively shoreline that draws visitors from across the Midwest.
Location Details
South Beach
South Haven, Van Buren County, Michigan, United States
North America
Timezone
Detroit
America/Detroit (UTC4)
GPS Coordinates
42.4015°, -86.2847°
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