Waves, Woods & Summer Weekend Escapes in Indiana’s Cool North
Posted on June 12, 2025 by Dina Miller
Summer in Indiana’s Cool North is all about the region's best waterfronts - from lakeside escapes and small-town beach vibes to inland lakes and rivers, perfect for paddling and fishing. Stroll charming beach towns, unwind in lakefront parks, or explore scenic riverwalks. Whether it’s lounging at Washington Park Beach, paddling the Kankakee or Elkhart Rivers, or staying in a cozy cypress log cabin, this region is your ultimate summer destination for refreshing, relaxing outdoor fun.
Map of Fall Events 2025
- Fall Festival at Buckley Homestead, Lowell
- Fall Festival at Harvest Tyme Family Farm, Lowell
- Pumpkin Festival, Johnson Farms, Hobart
- Wickedly Whiting
- Elvis FANtasy Fest, Portage
- Harvest Festival at Founders Square, Portage
- Valpo Brewfest
- Fall Harvest Festival, Valparaiso
- Wanatah Scarecrow Festival
- Westville Pumpkin Festival
- LaPorte Sunflower Fair
- Door Village Harvest Festival
- Nappanee Apple Festival
- Goshen First Fridays Harvest Festival
- Bristol Corn Dog Festival
- Middlebury Fall Festival
