With Indiana’s most beautiful state park, a winery, buffalo preserve, scenic golf courses and outlet shopping, Northern Indiana Lakes Country is a family-friendly getaway, conveniently located less than 200 miles from Cleveland, Indianapolis and Chicago.

Outdoor recreation lovers flock to Pokagon State Park and our 101 natural lakes. Hike on nine trails at Pokagon State Park, rent a bike to tour the 1,260-acre park or take a guided 45-minutes horseback ride. Boat rentals, including kayaks, paddleboats and fishing boats, are available to explore Lake James, Indiana’s third largest natural lake. Enjoy lunch or dinner at the historic Potawatomi Inn. The Trine State Recreation Area offers 200 acres of wooded grounds, as well as 12 cabins, public fishing and boat rentals on 23-acre Gentian Lake.

Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve is home to nearly 200 buffalo. Sleep [...]