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.

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  1. Riverbend Park
  2. Fidler Pond
  3. Elkhart  Riverwalk
  4. East Race Waterway
  5. Kayak Stone & Pine Lakes
  6. Charter Fishing
  7. Washington Park & Beach
  8. Paddling in the Indiana Dunes
  9. Fishing in the Indiana Dunes
  10. Indiana Dunes Beaches