Camping Near Lake Michigan in Southwest Michigan

Beach days, shaded campsites, and evenings around the campfire start at St. Joseph / Lake Michigan KOA Holiday. Located in Riverside, near Benton Harbor and St. Joseph, our nationally recognized RV park and campground sits approximately two miles inland from Lake Michigan's southeastern shoreline. As the closest KOA to Lake Michigan in southwest Michigan, we're a convenient home base for exploring nearby public beaches, waterfront towns, and Michigan's fruit country.

Spend your days swimming, searching for beach glass, exploring Lake Michigan lighthouses, or watching a sunset over the water. Nearby beaches are a short drive from the campground, with more waterfront adventures waiting in St. Joseph and South Haven. Discover the region that earned a place on Travel + Leisure's list of the best places to travel in 2022.

RV Sites, Tent Camping, Cabins & Glamping
Find your favorite way to stay on our 40-acre wooded property, where mature trees provide shade and a welcoming setting for your getaway. Bring your RV, pitch a tent, settle into a cabin, or enjoy a glamping tent for a different kind of outdoor escape.Whether you're planning a family camping vacation, a couples' weekend, or a trip with friends, our dedicated team is ready to help you make lasting memories.

Family Fun Right at the Campground
Make room in your plans for a day at the campground. Enjoy our seasonal heated pool, fishing pond, Jumping Pillow, bike rentals, pickleball, mini golf, playground, and wooded nature trail. Planned, staff-led summer activities offer even more ways to have fun and spend time together.Paved roads make getting around convenient, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi helps you stay connected during your visit.

The heated pool is open Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.Discover St. Joseph, South Haven & Michigan's Fruit Country
Our southwest Michigan location puts you close to orchards, u-pick farms, fresh fruit markets, and the award-winning vineyards of the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail. Spend a morning exploring local flavors, then head to the waterfront for an afternoon by the lake.In St. Joseph, visit the Curious Kids' Museum, cool off at Whirlpool Compass Fountain, or take a spin on the Silver Beach Carousel. Browse treasures at Great Lakes Antique Mall, plan a round of golf at Harbor Shores, or enjoy entertainment at Four Winds Casino. Outdoor adventures are close by, too. Explore nearby public access points along the Paw Paw River Water Trail, spend a day kayaking or paddleboarding, or book a fishing charter, boating excursion, or sailing cruise.

Coffee, Pizza & Sweet Treats
Stop into our General Store and Campfire Café for camping essentials, groceries, gifts, and souvenirs. Start your morning with specialty roasted coffee or an espresso latte, grab breakfast or a snack, and enjoy Hunt Brothers Pizza when you want an easy meal.Explore our selection of local craft beer, wine, and cider, or finish your day with hand-dipped ice cream before heading back to your campsite.

Easy Access from I-94 & I-196
Find us at 3527 Coloma Road, Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022, conveniently located near I-196 Exit 4.

From the east or west: Take I-94 Exit 34 onto I-196 North. Travel approximately four miles to Exit 4, Coloma/Riverside. Turn left onto Coloma Road and continue approximately 200 yards to our entrance on the left.From the north: Take I-196 South to Exit 4, Coloma/Riverside. Turn left onto Coloma Road and continue approximately 200 yards to our entrance on the left.

From the south via US 31: Take US 31 North to I-94 East, then follow the east/west directions above.GPS coordinates: N42.186239, W86.373353

Plan Your Lake Michigan Camping Getaway
Your next getaway can include sandy toes, fresh-picked fruit, campground adventures, and a few more s'mores. Choose your dates and discover your favorite way to stay at St. Joseph / Lake Michigan KOA Holiday.
Reserve your stay online or call 269-849-3333.

Campground Amenities

  • 50 Max Amp
  • 80' Max Length
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pool (5/22 - 9/7)
  • Snack Bar ($)
  • Propane ($)
  • Fishing
  • Mini Golf
  • Firewood ($)
  • Pavilion
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Ways to Stay

KOA Holiday

KOA Holiday Campgrounds

Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.

KOA Holidays Feature:

  • RV Sites with a KOA Patio®
  • Deluxe Cabins with full baths
  • Premium Tent Sites
  • Group meeting facilities

Latest Hot Deal

Save 20% on Mid-Week Stays

Stay mid-week and save! Available any weeknight (Sunday - Thursday) and Save 20% each night. Exclusively for KOA Rewards campers, save an extra 10% with a valid KOA Rewards account. 

What: 20% savings when you book a weeknight stay (Sunday - Thursday)

Terms and Conditions:

  • Valid on stays Sunday - Thursday only.
  • Offer based on availability. 
  • Applicable with KOA Rewards.
  • Offer not valid toward existing reservations. 
  • Length of stay rules may apply. 
  • Offer not valid on stays 28 nights or more. 

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Local Area

Silver Beach County Park - St. Joseph

This is why people come from all over! The most popular beach spot to get the sand between your toes, take a dip in Lake Michigan, enjoy reading a book and taking a nap on the shore while being lulled by the sights, sounds and smells of this freshwater ocean, or watch a stunning sunset. In fact, in 2020, TripAdvisor rated Silver Beach on their list of the Top 25 Beaches in the United States. Minutes will turn to hours as you become fully immersed in a restful vacation-mode.

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Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail

Experience award-winning wineries as you journey between them along this designated trail in Michigan's Great southwest. Find something delicious, fun, or artistic.  Some of our favorite that are also closest to our campground include Karma Vista, 12 Corners Vineyard, and the oldest and largest winery in Michigan, St. Julian.

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Fruit Acres Farm Market & U-Pick - Coloma

Our area grows more fruit than any other county in the entire State of Michigan thanks to the micro-climate that combines our sandy soil, warmer temperatures and the moisture from our proximity to Lake Michigan. Fruit Acres Farm market captures this by offering your taste buds the freshest in-season selection of locally grown fruits such as blueberries, black sweet cherries, cantaloupe, juicy Freestone peaches, apricots, plums and of of course crisp juicy apples (including Honeycrisp).  They also sell fresh vegtibles such as sweet corn and asparagus.  Eating these wholesome foods never tasted so good!

3452 Friday Road

Coloma, MI 49038

269-208-3591

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Lakeview Trail (Public Mountain Biking)

Completed in spring 2026, this public mountain bike trail is one of the area's newest recreational attractions. The trailhead parking area is conveniently located just 4.3 miles — less than 10 minutes — from the campground at the Global Headquarters of Whirlpool Corporation Lakeview Campus. Cyclists describe the 7.5-mile trail as “flowy,” offering an enjoyable mix of terrain for riders of all skill levels and a spectacular view of Lake Michigan. Beginners can enjoy gentle rolling sections and smooth descents, while more experienced riders will find adrenaline-pumping features including rock ledges, winding wooden ramps, and optional jump lines that test both skill and nerve.

750 Monte Road

Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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