Great Lake camping and salmon fishing await near Benton Harbor.
With its location on the shores of Lake Michigan, Benton Harbor promises nature lovers a captivating blend of camping activities. About 20 miles south of town, Warren Dunes State Park lives up to its name with iconic sand dunes and miles of Lake Michigan beaches. Casual hikers will enjoy the Yellow Birch Loop with a boardwalk over a wetland area before heading to its modern campground with restrooms, a children’s playground, and shower facilities. Rustic cabin rentals offer a few more amenities like picnic tables, firepits, and bedding for up to six people. North of Benton Harbor, Van Buren State Park unlocks the tranquil beauty of Lake Michigan with coho and chinook salmon fishing from the shore, on the pier, or by boat. Enjoy a comfortable stroll or bike ride along the fully-paved Van Buren Spur Trail before returning to a tent or RV campsite with potable water and 30- or 50-amp electrical hookups. From dunes to wetlands, camping near Benton Harbor delivers something new.