Top 15 Local Favorites in Northern Indiana

History, festivals, and exquisite dining collide in Indiana’s Cool North. We asked locals to list their favorite attractions, events, and activities so you can get the most authentic experience possible on your visit to Northern Indiana. Whether you take in one or go for the full 15, you’ll learn just what makes our corner of the country so special.

Heron Rookery Trail

Heron Rookery Trail

 

In springtime, the woods along the Heron Rookery Trail are carpeted with the most extensive display of spring wildflowers in the national park, including trillium, Dutchman’s breeches, hepatica, and mayapple.

This 1.6 mile trail is also a good spot for bird watching, even though the heron rookery is no longer active.

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  • 16 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 48 Minutes to University of Notre Dame
  • 57 Minutes to Elkhart County

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