New Buffalo has 38 dispensaries licensed by the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA). Adults 21 and older with a valid government photo ID can shop, and most customers here are visitors: New Buffalo is the first Michigan town drivers reach on I-94 after crossing the Indiana line, so it is the closest Michigan stop for shoppers from Chicago and northwest Indiana. None of the stores here hold a medical license, so this is an adult-use market. Remember that New Buffalo runs on Eastern time, an hour ahead of Chicago, so a 9 p.m. closing time is 8 p.m. Chicago time.
For a resort town of a few thousand people, the store count is remarkable. In January 2026 WNDU reported that New Buffalo Township had more dispensaries than any other township in Michigan, with more planned, and that the township had asked the state for traffic changes on US-12. Almost every store shares the 49117 ZIP code and sits within a few minutes of the interstate, so comparing prices between several shops in one trip is easy.
All 38 Licensed Dispensaries in New Buffalo, MI
New Buffalo's stores fall along four roads. The largest group lines US-12 as it runs east from the lakeshore toward Three Oaks. A second group sits on M-239, the short state highway that links the I-94 interchange to US-12. A third cluster shares O'Brien Court and Holiday Drive, and a fourth sits on Grand Avenue. Most addresses are in New Buffalo Township rather than the small city itself, but all use a New Buffalo mailing address.
US-12: Jars Cannabis (19799 US 12), Blow New Buffalo, 19701 New Buffalo Business, Vibe New Buffalo, Timber Cannabis, Trapperz Alley New Buffalo, The Trap Cannabis, Lume Cannabis, Dispo New Buffalo, Dacut New Buffalo, Refine New Buffalo, Backpack Boyz NB, Kush E Mart, High Society New Buffalo, Noxx, The Plug, Cookies New Buffalo, Information Entropy I(x4), Mint Cannabis, and further along, Uniq Cannabis, Pure Cannabis Outlet, Mango Cannabis and Flowerbowl New Buffalo.
M-239: Herbology Cannabis Co., Cannabis Club, Border Buds, House of Dank New Buffalo and King of Budz New Buffalo. O'Brien Court and Holiday Drive: Bloomery Cannabis, Jars Cannabis (11451 O'Brien Ct), Urb Cannabis, Gramz Cannabis and Puff New Buffalo. Grand Avenue and Harbor Country Drive: Trapstars Outlet, Elevated Exotics, Supergood (13992 Grand Ave) and Supergood (Harbor Country Drive).
Best New Buffalo Dispensaries for Every Need
Based on public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026:
- Highest rated: Dispo New Buffalo (5.0 stars, about 2,400 reviews) and Elevated Exotics (5.0 stars, about 1,900 reviews). More than 20 other stores hold 4.9 stars.
- Most reviewed: Bloomery Cannabis (4.9 stars from about 16,400 reviews), Jars Cannabis on US 12 (about 12,900), Jars Cannabis on O'Brien Court (about 8,600) and Urb Cannabis (about 6,200).
- Several stops in one place: the O'Brien Court and Holiday Drive group puts Bloomery, Jars, Urb, Gramz and Puff within a short walk or drive of each other.
- Opening and closing: every store we track opens at 9 a.m. Eastern. Closing times run from 8:30 p.m. (Jars and Backpack Boyz NB) to 9 p.m., with many closing at 8:45 p.m.
Visiting a Dispensary in New Buffalo: ID, Payment and Hours
- ID: Bring a valid, unexpired government photo ID showing you are 21 or older. Illinois and Indiana driver's licenses work; Michigan has no residency requirement.
- Time zone: New Buffalo is on Eastern time. If you are driving from Chicago, the store hours you see are one hour later than your clock.
- Payment: Most stores take cash and debit, and many have ATMs. Credit cards are rarely accepted.
- Busy times: Summer weekends bring beach traffic as well as shoppers, and US-12 can back up near the interstate.
New Buffalo and Michigan Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving
Michigan legalized adult-use cannabis in 2018. Our Michigan marijuana laws guide has the full rules.
| Rule | Adults 21+ |
|---|---|
| Per transaction | 2.5 ounces, no more than 15 grams of it concentrate |
| Carry in public | 2.5 ounces |
| Keep at home | 10 ounces |
| Home grow | 12 plants per residence |
- The Indiana problem: Indiana has not legalized cannabis, and possession there is a crime. Every route from New Buffalo back to Illinois passes through Indiana, so carrying cannabis home to Chicago means carrying it through a state where it is illegal. Crossing any state line with cannabis also breaks federal law.
- Public use: Using cannabis on the public beach, in parks, on the street or in a parking lot is not protected. Use it on private property where the owner allows it, and check your rental's rules.
- Driving: Driving while impaired by marijuana is a crime in Michigan, and smoking in a car on a public road is not protected.
Cannabis Taxes in New Buffalo
Shoppers pay two taxes at the register: Michigan's 10% adult-use excise tax and the 6% state sales tax. Michigan has no local sales taxes, and we found no extra local cannabis tax in New Buffalo. A 24% wholesale marijuana tax has applied since January 1, 2026, but businesses pay it before products reach the shelf, so it is built into prices rather than added to your receipt. Michigan shares part of the excise with host communities, about $54,000 per licensed store in the March 2026 payout, which is why a township with this many stores collects an unusually large share. For comparison with Illinois prices, see our 2026 cannabis prices by state.
Medical Marijuana in New Buffalo
No New Buffalo store in our directory holds a medical license. Michigan patients with a CRA registry card can still shop here as adult-use customers if they are 21 or older. Patients who want medical pricing or are 18 to 20 should look at nearby cities with medical stores, such as Niles or Buchanan.
Dispensaries Near New Buffalo
- Dispensaries in Niles: 7 stores near South Bend, also close to the Indiana line.
- Dispensaries in Buchanan: 6 stores in eastern Berrien County.
- Dispensaries in Benton Harbor: 5 stores north on I-94.
- Dispensaries in Kalamazoo: 19 stores about 90 minutes northeast on I-94.
See every city on our Michigan dispensary directory.
New Buffalo Dispensary FAQ
Is weed legal in New Buffalo?
Yes. Adults 21 and older can buy and use cannabis under Michigan law, and New Buffalo Township allows adult-use stores. Public use is not allowed.
How many dispensaries are in New Buffalo?
New Buffalo has 38 licensed dispensaries in our directory, more than any Michigan city except Detroit.
Can people from Illinois buy weed in New Buffalo?
Yes. Anyone 21 or older with a valid government photo ID can buy, including Illinois and Indiana residents.
Why are there so many dispensaries in New Buffalo?
Location. It is the first Michigan exit on I-94 for drivers coming from Chicago and Indiana, and Indiana has no legal cannabis market.
Is it legal to drive weed from New Buffalo through Indiana?
No. Cannabis is illegal in Indiana, and crossing a state line with it violates federal law, even if you are heading to Illinois.
What time do dispensaries close in New Buffalo?
Between 8:30 and 9 p.m. Eastern time, which is 7:30 to 8 p.m. Chicago time. Stores open at 9 a.m. Eastern.
Do New Buffalo dispensaries take cards?
Most take cash and debit and have ATMs on site. Credit cards are rarely accepted.
How much weed can I buy in New Buffalo?
Up to 2.5 ounces per transaction, with no more than 15 grams of concentrate.
Where can I smoke weed in New Buffalo?
On private property where the owner allows it. The beach, parks, streets and parking lots are public places where use is not protected.
Can I get weed delivered in New Buffalo?
Michigan allows licensed delivery within the state, capped at 2.5 ounces, with an ID check. Delivery never extends into Indiana or Illinois.
What is the best dispensary in New Buffalo?
Dispo New Buffalo and Elevated Exotics both hold 5.0 stars on Google, and Bloomery Cannabis is the most reviewed. See our ratings list above.
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How we build this list: Store names, addresses and license types come from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency's lists of licensed adult-use retailers, microbusinesses and medical provisioning centers. Ratings, review counts and hours come from public Google Maps data. We refresh the list monthly and remove stores that close or lose their license.