Beach Cams
Live stream the South Haven beach cams, check beach flag statuses, buoy reports, and more! If you would like to receive text updates when the Beach Flag Status is changed, text BEACHES to the number 888777
Beach Flag Key
The South Haven beach flag season runs annually from May 15th to September 15th. In-season, South Haven Area Emergency Services (SHAES) staff update flags at seven public beaches daily between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. to indicate water safety conditions.
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Text "beaches" to the 888777!
🟩 A GREEN FLAG indicates there are calm conditions. Caution should always be exercised when entering the water.
🟨 A YELLOW FLAG indicates there is a moderate surf and/or currents. Caution should always be exercised when entering the water.
🟥 A RED FLAG indicates the water is closed to the public due to the high surf and/or strong currents. Rip currents are especially prevalent and dangerous along the piers. Fines issued for persons in the water during RED flag conditions.
⬜ A GRAY FLAG appearing on a map indicates that either no information is available, conditions are not being monitored (9pm-9am), or the Beach Safety Program is out-of-season (Sept. 15 - May 15).
A GREEN/OPEN GATE indicates a pier is open to the public.
A RED/CLOSED GATE indicates a pier is closed to the public. Fines issued for persons on a pier that is closed.