RIDE THE TRAIN TO SILVER BEACH

Coming from Chicago? All aboard for a day at the beach or a week full of fun to St. Joseph, Michigan. The downtown station makes it easy to make any day into a vacation day!

SHOP OUR DOWNTOWN

St. Joseph's historic downtown is anchored along the St. Joseph River, and provides visitors unique shopping experiences. Our merchants are regularly voted Best in the Area among Lake Michigan's Best with many local boutiques, art galleries, jewelry and clothing shops, furniture outlets, and vacation shops. Shop for the fun of it in St. Joe!

HOP ON A WINE TRAIL TOUR

Heard all the wonderful reviews about Southwestern Michigan's wineries? Come explore the wineries and tasting centers for yourself. Take a guided tour or Click here to see our winery members that takes you on an easy self-guided tour to our area vineyards and wineries.

PADDLE THE ST. JOSEPH RIVER

Summer is a great time of year to explore our the St. Joseph by stand-up paddle or kayak. What’s SUP? Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is quickly growing into one of the coolest new ways to get on the water. Relatively easy to do with a little practice, stand up paddling is similar to kayaking – all you need is a body of water and a paddle and you are set to go – it’s a blast! Rentals and shuttle service are available from Outpost Sports , Third Coast Surf Shop. New this season -- Harbor Shores Paddle Sports rentals are available on site at the St. Joseph River access point.

PEDDLE THE BLUFF & BEACH

Rent a bicycle from St. Joseph Today or a Surrey, Tandem, Bullet Bike or Scooter from Scooter Joe's and experience the John and Dee Dee Howard Trail ...it follows paved trails and is suitable for all types of bicycles. Bring your own or rent one. These routes also make for wonderful walking, running and jogging year-round!

STAY AND DINE AT AREA HOTELS & RESTAURANTS

Love the comfort of your favorite hotel or the unmistakeable charm of vacationing an of an classy inn, or how about and All-Suite Hotel? Travelers to St. Joe aboard the train have a number of lodging and dining options within walking distance, including Silver Beach Pizza located in the Train Depot.