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Address: 9001 E Lincoln Hwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
High-octane spills and splashes await at this Northwest Indiana waterpark, where thrill seekers take on everything from the Dragon (a steep, straight shoot that lets sliders reach speeds close to 35 mph) to the Storm (three enclosed tubes that twist and turn in darkness before sending their riders screaming into the...
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Address: 7770 Corinne Dr, Lake County Welcome Ctr, Hammond, IN 46323
Set inside the local welcome center, this hands-on museum chronicles the relatively short life and career of one of the 20th century's most infamous, charismatic criminals: bank robber and gangster John Dillinger. Visitors can follow Dillinger's Prohibition Era crime sprees, thanks to such unique exhibits as wax...
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Address: 154 E Chicago St, Chicago Street Theatre, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Valparaiso's Community Theatre Guild dates to the mid-1950s, when a crowd of local theater buffs gathered for a charity event and had so much fun they decided to organize, meet again, and put on a larger show, "Papa Is All." In those early days, they performed at Valpo's Memorial Opera House, presenting a repertoire...
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Address: 674 N Meridian, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Located outside of Valpo on a centuries-old glacial moraine, the Pines proudly offers Northwest Indiana's only downhill ski slope. Its longest run stretches a quarter-mile, and the facility also boasts a challenging 151-foot vertical drop. In addition to downhill runs, the 36-acre park offers cross-country skiing and...
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Address: 8001 Delaware Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410
One of the area's primary performing arts venues, the contemporary Star Plaza Theatre offers a first-rate entertainment experience, thanks to excellent sight-lines from each of its 3400 seats and state-of-the-art light and sound equipment. Among the big names to wow Lake County audiences here are the legendary B.B....
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Address: 450 W 100 N, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Feeling the need to walk through gardens and enjoy nature's quietude? Then Taltree Arboretum and Gardens, one of Northwest Indiana's gems, is the place for you. The 360-acre reserve offers glimpses of unspoiled Great Lakes prairies, savannas, wetlands, and wooded areas, thanks to an extensive network of trails that...
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Address: 701Casino Center Dr, Hammond, IN 46320
Boating and sailing enthusiasts definitely enjoy this Lake Michigan marina, which many regard as one of the lake's best. From public fishing platforms to a quarter-mile, lighted promenade, Hammond Marina offers plenty to do whether you arrive by water or land. Aside from the sights and sounds of the marina proper,...
Deep River Outdoor Education Center
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Address: 9410 Old Lincoln Hwy, Hobart, IN 46307
Lake County's Deep River Park offers a good mix of education and fun. History and architecture buffs enjoy visiting the historic water mill, which dates from the 19th century. Meanwhile, families can plan all-day outings, thanks to picnic shelters, barbecue facilities, canoeing and fishing opportunities, playgrounds,...
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Address: 777 Casino Center Dr, Hammond, IN 46320
Located at Hammond Marina (one of the best on Lake Michigan), this top-notch dockside casino and gaming facility is accessible by both water and asphalt, making it a favorite "oasis" for folks spending time on the lake. In addition to some 2000 slots and more than 50 table games, the 142,000-square-foot Horsehoe...
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
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Address: 1100 N Mineral Springs Rd, Porter, IN 46304
A designated National Lakeshore, Lake Michigan's southern shoreline includes some 15,000 acres of dune, prairie, savannah, wetland, and forest terrains in Lake, LaPorte, and Porter Counties. A must for those visiting Northwest Indiana, the dunes region offers a rich array of plant and animal life, not to mention...
