Lake Road Trips IN Northern Indiana

In Northern Indiana, there are a number of amazing lakes that you can use for all kinds of fun. From the great lake Michigan to the chain o' lakes in Albion, there is tons of water and space for you to enjoy in the northern region of Indiana. So grab your gear and your company of choice and head off to Northern Indiana for your day on the lake!

Locations

  • 450 Lane 100 Lake James

Enjoy beautiful Lake James when you visit Pokagon State Park in Angola. From the luxurious Potawatomi Inn to the Midwest's only refrigerated toboggan run (only open in winter) there is so much to explore here.

  • 2355 E. 75 S.

As its name implies, Chain O'Lakes State Park has nine connecting lakes. Paddle through the chain of serene kettle lakes, hike the 23 miles of forested trails, fish the electric-motors-only lakes, stay overnight in a forested hillside family cabin, visit the park’s historic one-room Stanley…

  • 6 Lane 100 A Lake James

Steuben County in northern Indiana has more lakes than anywhere else in the state, and Lake James is one of them. Lake James is found inside of Pokagon State Park, which is also home to the Potawatomi Inn Resort and Conference Center. Guests love to sit outside the inn to watch the sun go down on…

  • 517 N Warren Rd

Eagle Creek Park accounts for 1,400 acres of water and 3,900 acres of land, making it one of the largest city parks in the country. The reservoir, of course, is the centerpiece of the park and the main attraction during the summer months, luring guests to the water for boating, fishing, kayaking…

  • 5224 E Indiana Beach Rd

Indiana Beach has been pivotal in putting Lake Shafer on the map. Its views of historic roller-coasters and rides are one of the most iconic in the state. With a total of 1,291 acres and a maximum depth of 30 feet, Lake Shafer is known as the all-sports lake. Bass, catfish, walleye, trout, and…

  • 12084 N White Oaks Dr

Lake Freeman is the sister lake of Lake Shafer, both of which are located in Monticello and were formed in the 1920s with the completion of two dams. Madam Carroll, Indiana's largest boat, offers seasonal boat cruises on Lake Freeman through November each year. The historic vessel provides dinner…

  • Wabash Ave

Lake Michigan is the second-largest Great Lake by volume, and Indiana is proud to claim 45 miles of its stunning shoreline. Feel the sand between your toes at its many beaches, including Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park! Catch a stoke or see Indiana's last public operating…

  • 4673 S. 625 E.

Right in the heart of north-central Indiana is the relaxing Mississinewa Lake. The 3,210-acre lake is an excellent location for fishing and boating. Its entire property includes four State Recreation Areas, many boat ramps, 400+ campsites, and a few fishing piers.

  • 9214 Lost Bridge W

There are five concrete boat ramps along with a marina at Salamonie Lake. While the reservoir is comprised of 2,665 acres, the property also boasts 40 ponds, marshes, and wetlands. Salamonie Lake is crawling with all sorts of fish, including crappie, bluegill, catfish, redear, walleye, and bass. The…

  • 11790 N Ogden Point Rd

Lake Wawasee and Syracuse Lake in Kosciusko County are connected by a channel, making Syracuse the perfect lake town. You can experience Lake Wawasee on the SS Lillypad, which is a 110-passenger dinner boat. Consider a stay at the luxury Oakwood Resort nestled right along the shores of the lake.

  • 1100 N Mineral Springs Rd.

Indiana Dunes National Park is a treasure of diverse natural resources located within an urban setting. the park is comprised of more than 15,000 acres of dunes, oak savannas, swamps, bogs, marshes, prairies, rivers and forests. It contains fifteen miles of Lake Michigan shoreline spanning the…

  • 1310 Park Avenue

This dreamy lakeside community sits right on the beautiful waters of Winona Lake. With a 9-mile trail system, park, beach, splash pad, several delicious restaurants, and beautiful shopping area at the Village at Winona, this town has everything you need for a perfect weekend out.

  • 819 E Lake Shore Dr

Indiana's second-largest natural lake is located in the charming small town of Culver. Lake Maxinkuckee has an average depth of 24 feet, making it a popular ice-fishing destination. Culver Academies, situated along the shore of Lake Maxinkuckee, towers tall like Hogwarts over the lake. You have to…

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