Winter Activities

Winter along the South Shore of Lake Michigan brings rosy cheeks, fluffy snow and lots of outdoor fun. Sledding is a favorite winter activity for Northwest Indiana residents and there are lots of places to choose from.

The South Shore is also home to a number of ice skating rinks, or if you're a fan of quiet, snow-covered grounds and a great exercise activity, cross-country skiing might be right up your alley.

Too cold to go outside? We have some suggestions for indoor fun, too.

Sledding the Devil's Slide at the Indiana Dunes with GoPro

Outdoor Winter Adventures

Sledding
Sled down the hills at community parks, golf courses and Devil's Slide at Indiana Dunes State Park.
Ice Skating
Enjoy the outdoors ice skating with family and friends. Too cold? You can skate indoors, too!
Cross-Country Skiing
Find information here on where to cross-country ski and places that rent skis.

Things to do indoors on cold days

Play Centers
Take the whole family for an adventurous day of fun at play centers throughout the Region.
Winter Events
Find indoor and outdoor events happening all winter long in Northwest Indiana.
Fair Oaks Farms
Explore, question and learn about the dedication and practices that go into food production.

Indoor fun for the 21 and over crowd

Breweries
The tap never runs dry along the South Shore Brewery Trail. Find your favorite craft beer in the Region.
Wineries
Red or white, sweet or dry; you’ll find a wine to sip and enjoy along the South Shore Winery Trail.
Casinos
The South Shore's lakefront casinos rival no other in the Midwest for excitement and action!

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