![]() ![]() Terrace Room is the newest waterfront hotspot, with a busy bar and lovely indoor and outdoor seating. From stylish waterfront taverns to nostalgic, family-run institutions, you’ll find a wonderful assortment of independent restaurants and cafes within walking distance of the harbor. On the way back, stop for an amazing strawberry milkshake at Nancy’s, or pick your favorite among three ice cream shops in town.ĭespite its size, New Buffalo has a remarkable dining scene. Or let the kids loose at Third Coast Surf ’s day camp. Rent kayaks or stand-up paddleboards for a peaceful glide along the Galien River. Head over to treasure hunt, throw a Frisbee, or pick up a volleyball game. ![]() New Buffalo’s quartz-covered ‘singing sand’ public beach is the main attraction. But, adventure doesn’t have to end when you dock the boat. Whatever your speed, there’s a place and space to do it. You’ll find all manner of water sport on the New Buffalo lakefront. Forget your skills? Brush up with a chartered fishing excursion. Forget your gear? Fishing rods, bait, and coolers are available for rent or purchase nearby. King and coho salmon, steelhead trout, and lake perch are the likely catch. Like most harbor communities, fishing is a favorite past time for locals and visitors alike. It’s a special sight reserved for boaters and hikers, as there is no automobile access to the north end of the park. A short ride north of New Buffalo takes you to Warren Dunes State Park, where you’ll find a towering 260’ dune (named Tower Hill) followed by a long stretch of undeveloped, protected land. Home to the largest freshwater dune system in the world, views along the south Michigan shore are breathtaking from the water, with miles of uninterrupted coastline covered with grasses and old-growth forest. A stunning public beach, waterfront dining, and a newly redeveloped downtown district are all steps away. ![]() Oselka Marina also provides wireless internet, a pool, ship store and fuel station, as well as Jet Ski and Sea-Doo rentals. Typical amenities like power, water, restrooms, and grills can be found at both. Transient reservations for 30’-46’ slips are offered by both the City Marina and Oselka Marina. New Buffalo’s shallow draft recreational harbor consists of over 1,000 slips accessible through a federally-maintained channel. Known for small-town character and elevated amenities, New Buffalo is a uniquely friendly and walkable destination for boaters with a taste for great food, drinks, and adventure. FOR MORE INFORMATION visit or call 1. ‘Gateway to Michigan,’ New Buffalo is a charming beach and harbor town set on the majestic southern shore of Lake Michigan. The Detroit Boat Show is sponsored by Great Lakes Scuttlebutt, Official Magazine of the Detroit Boat Show Allstate Boat Insurance and Courtyard By Marriott Downtown Detroit. Parking is available at Cobo Center and surrounding lots. Discount tickets, other special admission days and hotel accommodations provided by Courtyard by Marriott Downtown are available at HOURS: Saturdays: 11 a.m. Admission to the boat show is $12 for adults children 12 and under are free with an adult, and seniors 65 and older receive free admission on Monday. The 57th annual Detroit Boat Show is February 14-22 at Cobo Center in Detroit. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Space is limited so pre-registration is recommended at or contact Sgt. All those born on Jor after must have a certificate to operate any vessel. Michigan Law mandates boaters 12 to 16 and PWC operators, 14 and older (born after 1978) must pass the boating safety course to operate on state waters. Michigan conservation officers and Michigan county sheriffs encourage all persons operating boats in Michigan to enroll in a boating safety course, according to the Michigan Dept. “Passing this exam also often accounts for discounts on your boat insurance.” “Not only is it smart to take a course to keep your friends and family safe on the water,” said Detroit Boat Show Manager Nicki Polan. Boaters young and old are invited to learn the rules of the water and other helpful safety tips for boating during a free six-hour seminar held Saturday, February 21st. Those who finish the class will get one free ticket to the show. The Detroit Boat Show is partnering with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Conservation Officers and the Oakland County Marine Division to offer a free boating safety class at Cobo Center during the Detroit Boat Show. 4 orįree boating safety course offered at Detroit Boat Show Feb. Al Bavarskas (DNR), 31 Nicki Polan (MBIA), 73, ext. We are sharing the following news release (originally issued by the Michigan Boating Industries Association) as a courtesy to our subscribers:Ĭontact: Sgt. The Department of Natural Resources again will partner with several organizations to promote safety on the water at this year's Detroit Boat Show. ![]()
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