Indiana’s Cool North – An Outdoor Winter Playground

Posted on December 30, 2024 by Dina Miller

Winter in Indiana's Cool North is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Glide along groomed trails for cross-country skiing, sled down hills at county parks or the Indiana Dunes and enjoy ice skating with scenic backdrops. Snowshoe through serene landscapes or hike if snow is scarce. Warm up in cozy shelters after your adventures. With picturesque parks and diverse activities, Indiana's Cool North offers the perfect winter escape for families and nature lovers alike.

Manic Meadery - Small Batch Meads, Wines and Ciders

 

 

 

Manic Meadery in Crown Point crafts award-winning small-batch meads, wines, and ciders using premium fruit and honey. Known for dessert meads, they produce around 75 unique meads, wines, and ciders annually, offering flavors from dry to sweet and light to bold. Manic does not serve food at this time but you are welcome to bring in your own or order in and take home corked or reusable bottles of your favorite libations.

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  • 30 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
  • 45 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 82 Minutes to Elkhart County

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