Best Ways to Cool Off in Indiana’s Cool North

Summer is heating up! And just as the name Indiana's Cool North implies, we have places to help you keep cool!  There are a number of budget-friendly splash pads and beaches to take the kids.  If you like adventure, visit one of our waterparks or try paddling on one of our many river and water spots.  There's even a floating obstacle course in Lake Michigan. Make the most of the dog days of summer by finding some great places to cool down!

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  1. Wakarusa Splash Pad
  2. NIBCO Water & Ice Park, Elkhart
  3. Ideal Beach, Elkhart
  4. Pine Lake, LaPorte
  5. Stone Lake, LaPorte
  6. Washington Park & Beach, Michigan City
  7. Indiana Dunes National Park Beaches
  8. Paddling new the Indiana Dunes
  9. Rogers Lakewood Park, Valparaiso
  10. Deep River Waterpark, Crown Point
  11. Wells Street Beach, Gary
  12. WhoaZone at Whihala Beach, Whiting