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Paw Paw & Southwest Michigan Lakes, Golf Courses, Camping & More

If you are looking for outdoor activities in Southwest Michigan than Paw Paw has what you’ve been searching for. In Paw Paw, it starts with the inland lakes. Plentiful and sparkling, our Southwest Michigan lakes offer an outdoor adventure for all seasons, including fishing and kayaking. You can also find some of the best Southwest Michigan golf courses in Paw Paw, local u-pick berry farms, and close proximity to the pristine sands of Lake Michigan. If you listen softly, you can almost hear the waves lapping outside of your cabin window. If you really want a true outdoor experience consider staying at the Paw Paw River Campground, or another Southwest Michigan campground close by such as the Oak Shores Campground or Pioneer Point Campground. The outdoors is calling your name in Paw Paw and is ready for you to come and explore.

Adams Farms

69676 County Road 376 - Hartford

Stop in any time for U-Pick, and keep an eye on the weather; it is usually wet in the mornings and it gets hot in the afternoons in late August. We are certified organic for some crops. Organic blueberries, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, u-pick or already picked, restrooms, picnic area.

Badger Country Christmas Trees

61880 County Road 365 - Lawrence

At Badger Country Christmas Trees we have Balsam Fir, Canaan Fir, Concolor Fir, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Korean Fir, Scotch Pine, White Pine, and Blue Spruce trees. Our farm also features 9'+ trees, garlands and wreaths, living trees, machine cleaning, tree wrapping, and we do have stands available.

Bangor-South Haven Heritage Water Trail

PO Box 676 - South Haven

This water trail is one of 9 designated heritage water trails in Michigan, offering 15 interpretive signs along the river. There are two “family-friendly” sections on this 23-mile water trail. The section between County Road 687 and the Basic Family Access (CR 384) is called the "wilderness section," and paddlers can expect ob...

Bittersweet Ski Area

600 River Road - Otsego

16 Runs and the fastest lifts. . . sweet! Whatever you need, we have it at the Snowberry Ski Shop, or you can rent what you need from our full-service rental department. Our 2 snack bars, Outdoor grill, Winner’s Circle Lounge, and Copper Leaf Café are ready to serve you so you can get rejuvenated and back on the slopes!

Brookside Farms

34448 44th Avenue - Paw Paw

U-Pick and Ready Picked blueberries and strawberries. Homemade pies, muffins, jams, maple syrup, pure honey, smoothies, and many other blueberry products.

Chancy Lewis Park

520 South Main Street - Lawton

A wood playground with steps, bridges, monkey bars, rope ladders, shaky platforms and more. There is a separate Tot Lot area with small steps, a slide, a sandbox, monkey bars and large wooden cars to "drive."

Cheshire Hills Golf Course

3829 102nd Avenue - Allegan

Cheshire Hills boasts 27 holes of natural beauty. Family owned and operated. If you need to warm up or work on specifics, visit our practice facility. Natural grass stations, practice bunkers, two putting greens and affordable lessons will bring out the hidden golfer in everyone. After a day on the course, relax with a casual lunch or dinner in our...

Cycle Source Berries

33201 M-43 - Paw Paw

Cycle Source Berries is a quality farm serving the Paw Paw, Michigan Area with fresh wholesome locally grown Raspberries.

Heritage Glen Golf Club

29795 Heritage Lane - Paw Paw

18 holes surrounded by rolling hills, lush greens and wetlands. There are facilities for weddings, business seminars, bar mitzvas, etc. A pro shop with all your golfing needs.

Kal-Haven Trail

51 Bailey Avenue - South Haven

Enjoy a hike, bike ride, horseback ride, or a leisurely stroll on this 34-mile trail from South Haven to Kalamazoo. Travel through small towns, countryside, beautiful wooded areas, and pass points of historical interest. Towns along the way have food and lodging for trail users. Cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in the winter. Snowmobilers must...