Oval Beach, MI (South Haven)
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Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 1 PM-6 PM — consider alternative times
Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 12 PM-6 PM — secure umbrellas & shade (20mph)
About This Beach
Oval Beach in South Haven, Michigan, is a large, sandy beach on Lake Michigan known for its stunning sunsets and expansive views. While it offers amenities like restrooms, showers, and a concession stand, the lack of a lifeguard is a significant drawback. The beach also features nearby dunes which provide additional hiking opportunities but also means varied crowd levels throughout the day, with afternoons being the busiest.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/18/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 43° | 4 | 17 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 42° | 4 | 18 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 40° | 5 | 20 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 41° | 6 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 42° | 6 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 42° | 5 | 19 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 42° | 3 | 17 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/18/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | -°F | 3 ft | 4s | ↙ SW | - |
| 13:00 | -°F | 2.9 ft | 4s | ← W | - |
| 14:00 | -°F | 2.8 ft | 4s | ← W | - |
| 15:00 | -°F | 2.6 ft | 4s | ← W | - |
| 16:00 | -°F | 2.4 ft | 4s | ← W | - |
| 17:00 | -°F | 2.2 ft | 4s | ← W | - |
| 18:00 | -°F | 2 ft | 4s | ↖ NW | - |