Northern Indiana Lakes Country
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ith Indiana’s most beautiful state park, two wineries and a craft brewery, buffalo preserve, scenic golf courses and outlet shopping, Northern Indiana Lakes Country is familyfriendly and 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 1,260acre 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 nearby Trine State Recreation Area offers 200 acres
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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 under the stars in a safari tent or under buffalo blankets in the log-hewn bed and breakfast. Enjoy samples of locally-grown wine at Satek Winery and Briali Vineyards and Winery and shop for bargains at The Shops at Fremont. Unique events here in Northern Indiana Lakes Country include Angola Balloons Aloft, which fills the skies with 35 hot air balloons, plus a seaplane fly-in, classic boat show and a classic car show around the historic public square in downtown Angola. For more information, please visit the Steuben County Tourism Bureau website at lakes101.org
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