Off Map
Quick Facts
Why South Haven
South Haven is a classic Lake Michigan beach town, about two hours from Chicago, known for wide sandy beaches, a bright red lighthouse at the end of the pier, and a walkable downtown full of shops, restaurants, and craft breweries. It’s lively without being overwhelming — genuinely kid-friendly, but never chaotic.
Off Map sits within easy reach of it all, giving guests a real glamping escape with the beach, the lighthouse pier, and South Haven’s downtown all just a short drive away.
What Makes It Special
- Location: Near South Haven, close to the beach and downtown
- Setting: Wooded glamping grounds, safari-tent style
- Site type: Safari tents, included breakfast
- Amenities: Clean bathhouse, included breakfast, bonfires, wagons for hauling gear
- Recreation: Hiking and blueberry picking on-site
Pro Tips for Booking
Use the wagons. The property provides them for hauling gear from parking to your tent — genuinely useful given the walk involved.
Plan for a walk to the bathhouse. It’s a decent distance from the tents, worth factoring in if you’re traveling with young kids or during the night.
Arrive before 9am for free beach parking. South Haven’s city beaches charge $3/hour from 9am-6pm in season — arrive early or after 6pm to skip it.
What to Do Around Here
- South Haven Lighthouse and pier, a classic sunset walk
- South Beach, for swimming and wide sandy shores
- Blueberry picking right on the property, in season
- Michigan Maritime Museum, on the waterfront downtown
- Kal-Haven Trail, a converted rail trail for biking or hiking
