The Kal-Haven Trail is a lovely multipurpose rail trail stretching along the former route of the Kalamazoo and South Haven Railroad, stretching for 33.5 miles between South Haven and Kalamazoo. The trail, which is officially known as Kal-Haven Trail Sesquicentennial State Park, traverses past lovely small towns, farmland areas, and forests, embarking at South Haven's 67th Street and Baseline Road. Major deer fly populations call the trail area home at areas such as the city of Gobles. Hikers and cyclists use the route throughout the summer months, with horseback riders permitted on an 1 1-mile section of the trail. Two primitive campgrounds connect to the trail, open to visitors at an additional fee. During the winter months, the trail is a prime spot for snowmobiling at sites such as the 10th Street trailhead in Kalamazoo.

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