Golf & other Outdoor Activities
Wining & Dining
Antiques, Art & Shopping
Groceries & Produce
Fun Stuff for Everyone
GOLF & OTHER OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Nature activities/attractions
Camping
Golf Course
Boating/Canoeing/Kayaking
Horseback Riding
Nature activities/attractions:
Backroads Bikeways
Three Oaks Spokes Bicycle Club, in the old Three Oaks train station. twelve backroad trails ranging from five to 60 miles along country roads, through fields and pastures in Berrien and LaPorte Counties. Single-speed bike rentals at the tiny and fun Museum/Information Center, $5 plus $1 per hour. A great find.
Oak St., Three Oaks, MI
Ph: 269.756.3361
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Chikaming Nature Preserve and Park
Hiking through a nature preserve, opened in May 2006.
East of I-94 on Harbert Rd.
Harbet, MI
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Grand Mere State Park
Fine bird watching. Hiking trails through sand dunes, forests and wetlands. Public beach and pet friendly.
John Beers Rd, Stevensville.
Ph: 269.426.4013
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Kesling Nature Preserve
Best Bird Watching, opened in April 2006.
Three Oaks, MI.
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Love Creek Nature Center
Five miles of hiking trails, cross-country trails, lighted cross-country trails on Saturday night. Rental equipment available. Huckleberry Rd., Berrien Center.
Ph: 269.471.2617
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Warren Dunes State Park
On Red Arrow Hwy. features wild, windswept sand dunes and a beautiful public beach with restrooms, snack bar and parking facilities. Perfect for families. The views are spectacular. Even in the winter, a trip to the Dunes is well worth it for the trails, cross-country skiing snowboarding and sledding. There is a small charge per car at the park entrance.
Ph: 269.426.4013
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Warren Woods Forest Preserve
A primeval forest and wildflower sanctuary with marked trials following the Galien River. Warren Woods Rd. between Lakeside Rd. and Three Oaks Rd.
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Camping:
Warren Dunes State Park Campsite
(15 min. drive from Firefly)
Featuring full camper hook-ups. This nice, spacious campsite is at the base of the Warren Dunes, in a shady pine forest on a bed of pine needles. Popular, books up fast. New toilet/shower house facility was completed in 2002. This is a great campsite!
Ph: 269.426.4013
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Golf Courses:
Briar Leaf Golf Club
18-hole public course.
N. State Rd. 39, LaPorte, IN
Ph: 219.326.1992
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Pebblewood Country Club
18-hole public course.
9794 Jericho Rd., Bridgman, MI
Ph: 269.465.5611
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Whittaker Woods Golf Course
Ken Killian-designed 18-hole public course.
Wilson Rd., New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.3400
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Boating/Canoeing/Kayaking:
Cap'n D Charters
Sport fishing and pleasure charters on a 32-foot Marinette cabin cruiser equipped with top-quality fishing gear. Sunset cruises available.
Oselka Marina, New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 219.232.0436 or 219.292.1221
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Doe-Wah-Jack's Canoe Rental
Canoe and kayak rentals. Paddle down the Dowagiac River through the Dowagiac Woods. Trips lasting between two to six hours.
M-51 North, Dowagiac
Ph: 888.782.7410
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Galien River
State-run access for small fishing boats and canoes. Access located on Red Arrow Hwy., just north of Kruger Rd. at the bridge, New Buffalo Township.
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New Buffalo Public Boat Launch
On Galien River across from city beach. Attendant on duty 10 am - 6 PM weekdays, 6 am - 8 PM weekends. River access to Lake Michigan 24-hours a day. Trailer parking
available.
Ph: 269.469.1522
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Outpost Wind Sports
Rent and purchase misc. gear.
7 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.4210
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Horseback Riding:
Organized trail rides available. Call first. Specializing in youth lessons.
Spring Creek Equestrian Center
Martin Rd., Three Oaks, MI
Ph: 269.756.3894
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WINING & DINING
Vineyard Tours & Tastings
Dining
Vineyard Tours & Tastings:
Lemon Creek Winery & Fruit Farms
533 East Lemon Creek Rd., Berrien Springs, MI
Ph: 269.471.1321
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Round Barn Vineyard (ask about their partner winery Free Run Cellars!)
Features an 1880s Amish round barn for their tasting room.
10981 Hills Rd., Baroda, MI
Ph: 800.716.9463
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Round Barn Tasting Room
Wonderful ambience for a tasting room. Offers snacks.
Union Pier, MI
Off I-94 at Exit 6
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St. Julian Tasting Room
Michigan's oldest and largest.
Union Pier, MI
Off I-94 at Exit 6
Ph: 269.469.3150
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Tabor Hill Champagne Cellar
(Tasting Room)
10243 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgeman, MI
Ph: 269.465.6566
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Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
Fine Wine and Fine Food
185 Mt. Tabor Rd., Buchanan, MI
Ph: 800.283.3363
www.taborhill.com
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Dining
Call ahead dinner seating during high season
Blue Plate Café
Always fresh, organic when possible, fantastic breakfast and lunch. Take home some freshly baked cookies and muffins! Cash and Checks only.
15288 Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, MI
Ph: 269.469.2370
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Cafe Gulistan
As stated by a frequent visitor."
I do not want to eat until I can eat at Café Gulistan again!"
13581 Red Arrow Highway, Harbert, MI
Ph: 269.469.6779
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Casey's Bar & Grill
Favorite bar, pub food and great menu, have a pint and catch the game.
136 North Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.1826
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Casual Chef Café
Good food, warm and friendly
Red Arrow Hwy. And Townline Rd., Union Pier, MI
Ph: 269.469.1200
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Michigan Thyme
Breakfast anytime. Good!
107 N. Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.6604
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Milda's Corner Market
Friendly deli/coffee house/party store. She makes and bakes it all. Great hot sandwiches, homemade baked goods, and deli case. Get stuff to go. Catering available. Fresh homemade soup daily!
Corner of Red Arrow and Townline Rd., Union Pier, MI
Ph: 269.469.9880
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Miller's Country House
16409 Red Arrow Hwy., Union Pier, MI
Ph: 269.469.3939
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Oinks Dutch Treat
Serving Sherman's Ice Cream, Homemade Fudge, and Candy. Try the Marion County Blackberry ice cream!
227 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.3535
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Redamak's
Casual, burgers & fries. Legendary! Open spring/summer season only.
616 E. Buffalo St., New Buffalo (South-bound Red Arrow Hwy becomes E. Buffalo St.)
Ph: 269.4694522
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Rosie's
Local diner, home cooking. Your name is "Hon" here.
128 N. Whittaker, New Buffalo
Ph: 269.469.4382
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Red Arrow Roadhouse
Our favorite spot! Nostalgic roadhouse, delicious food, knotty pine, trophy animals on wall, you get the picture. Busy on weekends. Sports TV at bar. Good beer list.
15710 Red Arrow Hwy., Union Pier
Ph: 269.469.3939
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Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
Fine Wine and Fine Food
185 Mt. Tabor Rd., Buchanan, MI
www.taborhill.com
Ph: 800.283.3363
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The Stray Dog Bar & Grill
Good pub food, kids menu, fireplace.
245 N. Whittaker, New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.2727
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The Whistle Stop
The best coffee, outstanding breads and pastries. Imported gourmet packaged foods. Great place to go if you're up before everyone else. And yes, they sell the New York Times. Did we mention good coffee? Outside seating only.
Corner of Berrien Rd. and Red Arrow Hwy.
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Timothy's at the Gordon Beach Inn
Gourmet, excellent. Good wine list.
16220 Lakeshore Rd, Union Pier, MI
Ph: 269.469.0800
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ANTIQUES, ART & SHOPPING
Antiques
Art Galleries
Shopping
Antiques:
Shops and Malls can be found all along Red Arrow highway all throughout Harbor Country. Great finds, from that missing teacup to antique furniture.
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Art Galleries:
Too many to mention. Just a few favorites...
Acorn Gallery
16142 Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, MI
Ph: 269.469.5278
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Courtyard Gallery
Fine Art and Jewelry.
813 E. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.4110
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Local Color
Art Co-op with choices for every budget and style!
16187 Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, MI
Ph: 269.469.5332
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Shopping:
Indian Summer Imports
Women's Clothing & Jewelry
126 S. Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.9994
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Patty's Pick's
Eclectic gifts and Housewares
16117Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, MI
www.PattysPicks.com
Ph: 269.469.1919
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Paws & Read
If you are looking for a particular book, just ask!
1283 Red Arrow Highway, Sawyer, MI
Ph: 269.426.4120
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Springdale Furniture
Modern mid-century design furniture and accessories, Heywood Wakefield, Knoll and more. Friendly and knowledgable staff. The epicenter of Three Oaks.
19 S. Elm, Three Oaks, MI
www.springdalefurnishings.com
Ph: 269.756.9896
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Whittaker House
Clothing for Men and Women, Jewelry, Shoes and Purses
26 N. Whittaker St.
Ph: 269.469.0220
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GROCERIES & PRODUCE
Grocery stores
Fruits & Vegetable Stands / U-Pick
Medical (Human & Pet)
Grocery stores:
Barney's Grocery Store
No, not the clothing store, but a good grocery store with a reassuringly gourmet selection.
N.W. corner of Whittaker St. & Red Arrow Hwy, behind New Buffalo Pharmacy
New Buffalo, MI
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Drier's Meat Market
Century-old landmark in historic Three Oaks. An honest-to-goodness butcher shop featuring, freshly made sausages, smoked meats and sawdust on the floors. After enjoying biking, Timber Town or some galleries, start thinking about grilling! Banker's hours.
14 S. Elm St, Three Oak, MI
Ph: 269.756.9785
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G&K Party Store
Convenience/Liquor, video rentals, ATM.
Corner of Townline Rd. and Red Arrow Hwy., Union Pier, MI
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New Buffalo Pharmacy
The "everything store". Forgot it? They have it.
N. Whittaker St. & Red Arrow Hwy, New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.3636
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Fruits & Vegetable Stands / U-Pick:
Dinges Farm
Raspberries, mid-June. Corn and other vegetables mid-July.
Fall Harvest Festival (
See "Just for Fun")
Mill Rd., Three Oaks, MI
Ph: 269.426.4034
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Joe Jackson's
Seasonal fresh fruit, vegetables, annuals, perennials and more.
Corner of Whittaker & Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI
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Lemon Creek Fruit Farms
Fruit growers, fresh produce, seasonal U-Pick fields (so much fun for kids!)
Call for information before you go
Ph: 269.471.1321
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Tree-Mendous Apple Cider
More Types of Apple than imaginable! Opens mid-Summer
Exit 6 off of I-94
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Medical (Human & Pet):
Dial 911 for Emergency, Medical, Fire or Police
Lakeland Medical Center
1234 Napier Ave., St. Joseph, MI
Ph: 269.983.8300
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LaPorte Hospital
1007 Lincolnway, LaPorte, IN
Ph: 800.235.6204 or 219.326.1234
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New Buffalo Animal Hospital
600 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.5400
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Urgent Care Center
(Approximately 10 miles)
1225 E. Coolspring Ave., Michigan City, IN
Ph: 219.873.2919
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FUN STUFF FOR EVERYONE
Theater
Bowling
Other fun stuff
Theater:
Celebration Cinema
(First-run films)
1468 Cinema Way (exit Pipestone Rd)
Benton Harbor, MI
www.celebrationcinema.com
Ph: 269.934.7469
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The Acorn Theater
Local and national entertainment every weekend!
107 Generations Dr., (off of Elm St.) Three Oaks, MI
www.acorntheater.com
Ph: 269.756.3879
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The Vickers Theater
"A Classic Film Theater" and art gallery
6 N. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI
www.vickerstheatre.com
Ph: 269.756.3522
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Bowling
Lakeshore Lanes
6201 Red Arrow Highway, Stevensville, MI
Ph: 269.429.5421
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Other fun stuff
Captain Mike's Fun Park
Mini-golf, go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, game room.
June-September
Red Arrow Hwy, 1.5 miles north of Warren Dunes State Park
Ph: 269.465.5747
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Curious Kids Museum
415 Lake Blvd., St. Joseph, MI
Ph: 269.983.2543
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Dinges Farm
Raspberries, corn, other veggies in season. Fall Harvest Festival with Horse-drawn wagon rides, mini haunted house, corn maze, mums, pumpkins and gourds
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Mill Rd., Three Oaks, MI
Ph: 269.426.4034
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Gold's Gym
Open everyday. Day passes available.
New Buffalo, MI
Ph: 269.469.0585
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Niles Haunted House Scream Park
Weekends Mid-Sept. through Oct. 31st
Main House not for children
855 Mayflower Rd., Niles, MI
Ph: 269.687.FEAR
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Timber Town Playground
Unique playground for kids where they can slide, hide, glide, balance and tumble. Special area for 2-5-year-olds. Built of timber with non-skid surfaces.
Nel's Rd. and Locust St., Three Oaks, MI
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Washington Park Zoo
11 Lake Shore Dr.
Michigan City, IN
Ph: 219.873.1510
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