Kal-Haven Trail State Park
10th Street Trailhead, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
33.5 miles of trails
Stretching 33.5 miles from Kalamazoo to South Haven in Michigan, this rail-trail welcomes leashed dogs along its entire length. Shade covers much of the path, with water stops, parking at access points, and restrooms. Trash cans help maintain the route.
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- Park
- Kal-Haven Trail State Park
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Coordinates
- 42.3036, -85.6586
- Trail miles
- 33.5
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (920 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.0 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 920 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 33.5 miles of trail
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Dog policy
33.5-mile rail-trail Kalamazoo to South Haven. Leashed dogs welcome on entire trail.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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