Optimist Tot Lot Park

If you’ve got a toddler in South Haven, this little park punches well above its weight. The setup is compact and easy to manage — slides, swings, a climbing structure, and a sandbox all within eyeline, so you’re not chasing anyone down. Big shade trees keep things cool on hot Michigan summers, and the picnic tables and BBQ grills make it a legit spot to actually spend a few hours, not just kill 20 minutes. The restrooms are genuinely clean, which, if you have a two-year-old, you know matters more than almost anything else. Quiet neighborhood, basketball court nearby if older siblings tag along — it’s a solid go-to for the under-six crowd.