Lake Arvesta Farms delivers nonstop household enjoyable in South Haven

SOUTH HAVEN, Mich. — West Michigan is thought for its scenic seashores and lakeshore getaways, however one vacation spot is redefining household enjoyable with a mixture of water sports activities, out of doors actions and occasion areas.

Lake Arvesta Farms, situated simply outdoors South Haven, has reworked sand pits from a landscaping enterprise into a number of lakes.

Owned by Brian deBest, the positioning has grown steadily since opening through the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

The concept stemmed from the necessity for different water experiences within the space when situations on Lake Michigan had been too tough.

“I just felt that there was another need in the area, that we needed to create something unique,” deBest stated.

Fun on the water

The property has a powerful lineup on water actions to select from. The hottest providing is the Wibit inflatable aqua park, which deBest described as a jungle gymnasium on water.

“Ever since we put ours in in 2020, we have expanded it all five years,” deBest stated.

Life jackets are required for visitors within the aqua park space, and are included with the worth of admission.

A big mound overlooks the swimming areas. This is the place thrill-seeking visitors can journey three 240-foot-long water slides which function an 84-foot elevation drop.

Guests can attempt snowboarding behind an electrical cable system designed to tug as much as 5 water skiers without delay. The system was solely the second of its form to be put in within the state.

“The cable park was the first entity that we wanted to have here,” deBest stated. “Wakeboarding, knee boarding and skiing behind an electric motor that pulls five skiers at one time and a cable that goes around pulleys.”

Kayaks and paddle boards are additionally accessible for rental close to the seashore space in 2-hour increments.

Lake Arvesta additionally provides a personal boat journey, driver included, for one hour. Up to five individuals at a time can get pleasure from tubing, water snowboarding or wakeboarding on the property’s greatest lake.

More than a waterpark

Beyond the water, Lake Arvesta has 9 out of doors and three indoor pickleball courts, the place clinics and tournaments are sometimes held.

A brand new addition this summer season is a beer backyard space. The house, which doubles as an area to get pleasure from dwell music, is full with a bounce home and a snack bar, which provides Mooville ice cream and different treats.

Guests searching for lunch or dinner may also go to Fire Water Bar & Grill, a full-service restaurant situated on website.

The property additionally homes seven out of doors venues and an indoor occasion house, excellent for weddings and different company occasions. The island venue, situated on the again half of the property, is a lovely setting for weddings and particular events.

There’s additionally an 18-hole mini golf course, which performs up and down the property’s giant mound. Nine of the holes are handicap accessible.

deBest and his workforce even constructed a duplicate of the South Haven lighthouse, constructed one-third to scale. It’s integrated within the mini golf course.

A disc golf course for newcomers and professionals alike

In addition to water sports activities, Lake Arvesta is residence to one among Michigan’s top-rated disc golf programs, which has earned some worldwide recognition since its opening.

“We are third in the state of Michigan, and we’re 71st in the world. And in the world, there’s 16,000 courses,” deBest stated. These rankings are based on the UDisc app, the most well-liked app within the disc golf neighborhood for locating, navigating and ranking programs.”

The course features 18 tee pads with three baskets permanently on each hole, which provides three levels of difficulty.

Distances range from 5,791 feet in the shortest layout to 11,111 feet in the longest, which is considered an elite par 67.

“We feel we did well for South Haven and Michigan to draw tourists from all over the world to come here to play disc golf,” deBest said. He added it’s not uncommon for players to come from across the region and even from Canada to play the course.

The course was designed by Jim Schultz, who was given the green light by deBest to create his dream 18 holes utilizing the various landscapes that the property provided.

With decades of experience in site development and landscaping, much of it along the Lake Michigan shoreline, deBest told News Channel 3 the goal was to create a destination that offers something for everyone.

“If you do it, do it right. And don’t cut corners. And that what we’ve done here. And our guests, we want them to have an experience that’s second to none,” deBest said. “Just come out and leave your worries and your problems at the gate and come in and enjoy and have a great day in nature.”

Plan your visit

Those planning their visit can fill out a participation waiver online ahead of time to speed up the check in process. Parking is available on-site at no additional cost.

For a complete look at the park’s hours and rates, visit the Lake Arvesta Farms website.

For families looking for a one-of-a-kind summer experience, Lake Arvesta continues to grow as one of West Michigan’s most dynamic summer recreation destinations.

Future plans for Lake Arvesta include a large outdoor amphitheater capable of hosting up to 3,000 people, a campground, and floating hotels.

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