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Tours & Attractions
What an amazing place! Here, you can ride in a miniature train pulled by a 100 -year-old steam engine. Sail on a replica War of 1812 tall ship. Climb to the top of a lighthouse. Or challenge your teens to laser tag. This page directs you to hours of fun.
Makers Trail
Just follow the Makers Trail. What a welcome you’ll receive at each stop along the way in Berrien County as we pop wine corks, tap beer kegs and whiskey barrels, and pour flights for you and your friends. Drink in our makers’ art and bring home your favorites.
For Foodies
Southwest Michigan grows a cornucopia of fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers. Explore this section to find nearby farms and markets to gather up your favorite just-picked, flavor-rich foods. Or a myriad of restaurants and sweets shops — many proudly serving locally raised ingredients. There’s a table ready for you.
Outdoor Recreation
Southwest Michigan is a four-season paradise with Lake Michigan and a countryside peppered with scenic rivers, inland lakes and verdant hills.
Creative Connections
Some places naturally inspire us. Southwest Michigan is one of them. The vibrancy and beauty of Lake Michigan, the serenity of our countryside and the rich stories of our past fill this land with creative inspiration. That’s why some of the region’s finest artists, writers, musicians, history-makers and performers call this home.
Shopping
Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, looking for the latest fashions, decorating your home or office — Southwest Michigan’s boutiques, galleries and shops are filled with must-have ideas.
Itineraries
Few places in America offer the gorgeous scenery, farm-fresh deliciousness and hours upon hours of affordable, family fun you'll find in Southwest Michigan.
Parks and Nature
We’ll show you where to climb towering dunes, mountain bike on twisty trails, hunt for crinoids and beach glass and picnic as the sun dips below a vibrantly-hued horizon.

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Benton Harbor
May 25 - Sep 01
Miniature Train Rides - Come Make a Memory
Lake Bluff Park
St. Joseph
Aug 31
Lake Bluff Artisan Faire
533 E Lemon Creek Rd
Berrien Springs
Sep 07
Harvest Festival

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10 Tips for Visiting the Silver Beach Carousel

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No trip to St. Joseph is complete without riding the Silver Beach Carousel, open year-round and just a short walk from the shores of Lake Michigan. Before you plan your trip, here are 10 tips for making the most of your visit to the Carousel:

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Heritage Wine Tour (1 Day)

Southwestern Michigan is one of the premier wine regions in the U.S. Lake Michigan tempers our climate, so it replicates the grape-growing areas of France and Germany. As a result, we attract winemakers, who are gaining national attention for their award-winning vintages. This day trip tells how it all started.

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Chocolate & Wine Tour (1 Day)

There are multiple ways in Southwestern Michigan to pair these two foodie pleasures, so check back here in the coming months for different destinations. Let’s get started.

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In and Around St. Joseph
Close To Home

CitiesMilesDrive Time (hrs)
Chicago 99 2
Detroit 183 3½
Flint 170 3½
Ft. Wayne 121 2½
Grand Rapids 83 1½
Indianapolis 163 3
Kalamazoo 50 1
Lansing 120 2½
South Bend 36 ½
Toledo 200 4
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⧫ Plank's Tavern on the Water

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⧫ The Mason Jar Cafe

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⧫ The Mason Jar Cafe

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⧫ Galien River County Park

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⧫ Round Barn Winery, Distillery & Brewery

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⧫ Warren Dunes State Park

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⧫ Tiscornia Park - St. Joseph

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⧫ Grandpa's Cider Mill

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