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 Farm to Fork
- Miller’s Orchard, Nappanee
- Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard, Goshen
- Goshen Farmer’s Market
- Elkhart Farmer’s Market
- Farmed and Forged, LaPorte
- Farmed and Forged, Michigan City
- Fiddlehead Restaurant, Michigan City
- Mitzner Farms, Wanatah
- Valparaiso Market
- Coffee Creek Farmers Market, Chesterton
- Market on the Square, Portage
- Bon Vie, Hobart
- Provecho, Crown Point
- Farmers Market on Madison, The Design Barn, Hebron
- Farmhouse Restaurant, Fair Oaks Farms
- Farm to Fork Road Trip Along the South Shore
