Plan a Family Vacation
Let us help you plan a Midwest family getaway right here along Lake Michigan's South Shore in Indiana. Young and old alike will enjoy exploring something new and off the beaten path. Cherish all the seasons at the Indiana Dunes - splash on the beach in the summer, discover all the migrating birds in the fall, view the shelf ice on the lake in the winter and watch the flowers bloom along the trails in the spring.
View bison roaming the prairie at Kankakee Sands, learn something new during a dairy or pig adventure at Fair Oaks Farms, let your little ones explore their imagination at Bellaboo's Play and Discover Center, and taste candy fresh from the factory at Albanese.
In the summer, fly down the slides at Deep River Waterpark. From spring through fall, explore the children's garden at Friendship Botanic Gardens or the Railway Garden at Gabis Arboretum. Visit the orchards and pumpkin patches in the fall and ice skate or go sledding in the winter.
Grab your kids and start making memories with your family along the South Shore today!
Your Adventure Starts Here
Begin planning your trip here. Below you'll find links to great outdoor adventures, unique family attractions and kid-friendly events coming up.
Family Blogs
Things to Do and Gift Ideas for Father’s Day in Northwest Indiana
- 4 min read
Father’s Day is just around the corner! Whether your dad is a master of bad dad jokes, a serious chef…
Beach glass on Lake Michigan's South Shore
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I don’t exactly remember how long ago I got into collecting beach glass, but from the first piece I…
10 Best Fishing Spots in Northwest Indiana
- 7 min read
There are a variety of good fishing spots within the Northwest Indiana area, whether you're looking for a…
Sand and Salmon - Treasures of Indiana’s North Coast
- 3 min read
Indiana residents kept a secret for many years. Hoosiers knew their Lake Michigan beaches ranked among the top…
Easter Brunch & Events in Northwest Indiana
- 5 min read
Eureka! You have come across our list featuring 2023 Easter Sunday brunches and events throughout Northwest…
Spring Break along the South Shore
- 3 min read
Spring Break is here, and there is nothing worse than a house full of bored kiddos for a week. Luckily, there…
Maple Syrup Time in Northwest Indiana
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Every March, maple trees in the South Shore awaken with the warmer days of springtime and the sap begins to…
8 of our Favorite Sledding and Cross-Country Skiing Spots in Northwest Indiana
- 3 min read
The snow is here! Will you be building a snowman, holiday shopping, or curling up on the couch to binge-watch…
A to Z List of Things to Do this Winter in Northwest Indiana
- 6 min read
Don’t let the chilly air hold you hostage in your home! Get out and explore the South Shore’s…
Top 5 Winter Activities Along Lake Michigan's South Shore
- 4 min read
Winter is here, and lucky for us we have so many fun things to do all around Northwest Indiana. If you are…
Finish Planning Your Trip
Are you planning your family vacation to Northwest Indiana during the summer or fall? Does your family crave delicious foods like fried lake perch or steak fajitas? Do you need to find a hotel with a pool for the kids or free breakfast? Put the finishing touches on your trip with these links.
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