RV Rental Van Buren State Park, MI

Being so near to Lake Michigan means that you’ll have easy access to a Great Lake while motorhome camping, and aside from water activities, there are plenty of other things to do. But, for those of you who love the water, Lake Michigan is a one-stop shop. The lake is huge and can easily accommodate nearly all water activities, including boating, swimming, windsurfing, paddle boarding, and more. There are also long, sandy beaches near to the park that guests can relax the day away on.

Van Buren State Park camping is a wonderful way to see the area, and there is a long trail that starts directly in the park that is fun to explore. The Van Buren State Park Trail will take you north for many miles, connecting through a few other, smaller parks and eventually ending in South Haven. This trail is a great way to stretch your legs, and it is also possible to bring your dog so long as they are kept on leash and cleaned up after.

Bicycle riding is another, easy enjoyable activity when you are camping at Van Buren State Park. There are a number of paved trails, some of which will take you to the beach, where you can enjoy at your leisure. Van Buren State Park is close enough to cities and towns in the area that it is easy to ride into town for the day, which will not only leave you feeling good because of the exercise but will also allow you to see the land more closely than driving would. Be sure to look for an RV with a bike rack when you plan to bring your bikes to the area.

There are over 200 modern campsites at Van Buren State Park, all of which are located approximately 400 yards from the shores of Lake Michigan. When you arrange for a motorhome rental at Van Buren State Park, you’ll have plenty of campsites to choose from, and although none of them offer direct views of the lake, the water is only a short walk away. All of the RV sites have access to 30 and 50 amp electricity, water, and the campground amenities. There are also picnic tables and fire rings at each site.

Campground amenities are not lacking at this state park, and guests staying here will be able to choose between two modern restroom and shower buildings. Also, there are community picnic tables, grills, and even a large picnic shelter for larger group gatherings. Reservations at Van Buren State Park can be made up to six months in advance, so be sure to get your reservations in order as soon as you book your rental RV.

South Haven, which is located to the north of the park, is one of the closest and most convenient towns to visit. South Haven is medium-sized and has plenty of modern conveniences to keep guests satisfied. There are over two dozen restaurants to choose from, ranging from classic American style to Italian, Chinese, and even sushi can be found in town. There are also a multitude of gas stations that guests can visit, many of which are large enough to easily accommodate over-sized RVs.

Also in South Haven is the South Haven/Van Buren County Convention and Visitors Bureau, one of the ideal places to visit when first entering town. This Visitors Bureau is packed full of information about the area, ranging from a historically accurate timeline of settlers in the area to information on the newest restaurants and entertainment options. Also at the visitors bureau guests will find information about fishing permits, parking restrictions, and the like.

Benton Harbor is another great town in the area to visit when you have a RV rental near Van Buren State Park. There are a few museums in Benton Harbor, and one of the more interesting ones is the Morton House Museum. This building is the oldest building in town and was built by a pioneer in 1849. The original owner and builder of the building, Henry Morton, helped grow the area’s steamboat industry, and the modern Morton House is filled with artifacts and information about the Morton family.