Berrien Springs, MI

Nesting beside the Saint Joseph River and Lake Chapin, Berrien Springs is one of Michigan’s most attractive villages. This area is affordable with a low cost of living. Berrien Springs feels suburban but if your drive towards the outskirts of town it feels like a pastoral dream. The area is surrounded by u-pick farms, ranches, and orchards. You can find residents out at Shamrock Park, a year-round camping and fishing park, catching salmon, walleye, and steelhead fish from the Saint Joseph River. The biggest event of the year pays tribute to Berrien Springs’ agricultural roots. The Berrien County Youth Fair features an array of agricultural contests for llamas, goats, rabbits, and other livestock along with classic carnival activities.

Berrien Springs is part of Berrien County, which is known for its wineries. Naturally, there are a lot of vineyards in and around the village that residents frequent. Visit Lemon Creek Winery and Farm Market, one of southwest Michigan’s largest fruit farms, and pick grapes or apples before enjoying a glass of local wine. The winery, similar to other locations in the region, hosts music festivals and special events throughout the year for the community.

Without a doubt Berrien Springs is a wonderful rural hometown that is close to other Michigan gems. The town is only 12 miles from Lake Michigan and only 24 minutes away from Saint Joseph, a major beach destination for tourist attractions.