What to do and see in New Buffalo, Michigan (MI): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

September 27, 2021 Darwin Bolte

New Buffalo is a Lake Michigan beach getaway convenient to Indiana and Chicago. The large, broad public beach is the main attraction, but you can also explore downtown New Buffalo's shopping and dining options. Or, if you feel like taking a chance, the Four Winds Casino Resort has 130,000 square feet of gaming space. Owned by the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians, its design evokes their heritage.
Restaurants in New Buffalo

1. Third Coast Paddling

Excellent
91%
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Third Coast Paddling

Looking for fun things to do outdoors? Bring your family and friends to rent kayaks or stand-up paddleboards on the Galien River, a unique Great Lakes marsh that formed just upstream from Lake Michigan in Harbor Country. Please note that this is a different site than previous years (you may have visited us across the street at New Buffalo Beach). Our new site has plenty of parking, and is within walking distance of downtown New Buffalo. Our trained staff will give your group an orientation before you hit the water. All equipment, including paddles and life jackets, is provided at the rental sites. Advance reservations through our website are strongly encouraged. Drop-ins are also welcome; however, please note that selection may be limited depending on demand. Hours subject to change depending on weather conditions; check our website for updates.

2. MDOT-New Buffalo Welcome Center 707

I-94 Eb, New Buffalo, MI http://www.michigan.gov/mdot/0,1607,7-151-9621_11041_21800_21802_22731-63929--,00.html
Excellent
59%
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33%
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

MDOT-New Buffalo Welcome Center 707

Reviewed By rrram2 - Cicero, United States

clean restrooms, lots of parking, dog walking, nice clean rest area. there are not alot of places you can just go to use the restroom.

3. Galien River County Park

17424 Red Arrow Hwy, New Buffalo, MI 49117-9243 http://www.berriencounty.org/parks
Excellent
73%
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24%
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4.5 based on 104 reviews

Galien River County Park

Reviewed By kkmckendree - Battle Creek, United States

So very pretty and nice relaxing walk during the fall! The boardwalk and viewing tower are tranquil and views are wonderful!

4. New Buffalo Public Beach

New Buffalo, MI
Excellent
41%
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35%
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4.0 based on 423 reviews

New Buffalo Public Beach

Reviewed By john6611 - Norton, United States

Well located public beach and parking lot for public access... we stopped by in December...(not the best beach weather)... But looks nice! Clean ... and great views of the lake!

5. New Buffalo Railroad Museum

530 S Whittaker St, New Buffalo, MI 49117-1739 +1 269-469-8010 [email protected] http://new-buffalo-railroad-museum.org/
Excellent
24%
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3.5 based on 21 reviews

New Buffalo Railroad Museum

The New Buffalo Railroad Museum, “The Little Museum That Could”, is housed in a Pere Marquette Depot replica on the historic rail yards of New Buffalo, Michigan. 3 stalls of the original 16-stall roundhouse and coal tower can be viewed. Displays include furnishings and items from the original depot and Pere Marquette and Pullman artifacts. Rail yard crew photos and equipment including lanterns are also shown. A HO scale, hand-crafted model train layout replicates a historic picture of the city in the early 1900’s. Visitors can stroll thru a restored World War II Pullman Troop Sleeper Car and a C&O Chessie Blue Box Car. Interactive children’s activities are available for different age groups. Visitors can chose to join a free guided tour or discover the museum individually. No admission, but donations are accepted.

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