Summer Activities

With our miles of beaches and countless fairs and festivals, the South Shore can become an exciting and memorable summer vacation for the whole family!

Relax on the beautiful Lake Michigan beaches. Take a thrilling ride down a speed slide or a leisurely float along the lazy river at Deep River’s "simply splashtastic" waterpark. Taste the food, listen to the music and enjoy the rides at the many summer festivals and fairs taking place. If sports are your area of interest, visit the SouthShore RailCats in Gary or the White Sox in Chicago.

Indiana Dunes
Learn about the Indiana Dunes State Park and National Lakeshore. Find things to do, camping and hotels.
Beaches
There are miles of beautiful beaches in Northwest Indiana along the South Shore of Lake Michigan! Delight in...
Biking & Hiking Trails
Northwest Indiana and parts of Eastern Illinois contain more than 125 miles of biking and walking trails....
Fishing
Proven each spring, summer and fall, Indiana's 3 percent ownership of Lake Michigan can be one of the most...
Water Trails
Adventurers can enjoy hundreds of miles of waterways in Northwest Indiana. Paddlers can experience no-wake...
Campgrounds
Find traditional, family-fun campgrounds that will be sure to provide the perfect balance of outdoor living...
Splashing Around
For a splashin' good time, visit one of the South Shore's fabulous water attractions. Whether your...
Summer Events
The South Shore offers an abundance of lively and entertaining events and festivals to make summertime...
Sports
If you love sports, you'll be pleased to find a multitude of sporting opportunities along the South Shore.