Top 10 Waterfront Spots in Indiana’s Cool North

There's an abundance of water in Indiana's Cool North.   We often think of the big lakes, but there are also many smaller lakes, rivers and waterways that provide water activities that are never far from where ever you are!  Whether you like to be active in the water, or just listen to the relaxing sound of water, here's our Top 10 list. Check out 25 other outdoor activities here and many include water!  

Nappanee Apple Festival 2022

Lively Summer Festivals Spell Fun Across Indiana’s Cool North 3
September 15-18, 2022

The Nappanee Apple Festival will have you eating apples in many forms (including a 7 foot apple pie), but there’s a lot more than apples to eat.  Festival foods of all kinds can be found; one of the last opportunities for this season.

Celebrate fall at this apple themed event that includes a parade, entertainment, crafters and artists.

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  • 69 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 75 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
  • 94 Minutes to Shore Shore

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