Sarah's Guidebook
Attractions
Family Friendly activities near Elkhart
Ideal Beach
52256 Ideal Beach RoadLocal water park 10 minutes away!
An Aerial Adventure park is a series of obstacles and zip lines built into the trees that climbers move over, under, and through. 36 minute drive from the lake.
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Edge Adventures - Rum Village
2626 S Gertrude StAn Aerial Adventure park is a series of obstacles and zip lines built into the trees that climbers move over, under, and through. 36 minute drive from the lake.
30 minute drive from the lake. Located in downtown South Bend, the East Race Waterway is a one-of-a-kind recreational facility. As the first artificial white water course in North America, its rapids rival those of the Colorado River and can generate waves up to six feet or higher. It is approximately 2,000 feet long with a total fall of about 12 feet depending on the flow of the river. The water level can be controlled via three head gates and the placement of obstacles that create whitewater turbulence from novice to professional levels. The banks of the East Race offer more than five miles of paved and lighted walking/running paths along the scenic St. Joseph River. The East Race is open Saturdays (Noon – 5:00PM) and Sundays (Noon – 4:00PM) from June 3 – September 17. Check their website for up to date hours and dates
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East Race Headquarters
126 S Niles Ave30 minute drive from the lake. Located in downtown South Bend, the East Race Waterway is a one-of-a-kind recreational facility. As the first artificial white water course in North America, its rapids rival those of the Colorado River and can generate waves up to six feet or higher. It is approximately 2,000 feet long with a total fall of about 12 feet depending on the flow of the river. The water level can be controlled via three head gates and the placement of obstacles that create whitewater turbulence from novice to professional levels. The banks of the East Race offer more than five miles of paved and lighted walking/running paths along the scenic St. Joseph River. The East Race is open Saturdays (Noon – 5:00PM) and Sundays (Noon – 4:00PM) from June 3 – September 17. Check their website for up to date hours and dates
Food Scene
Simonton Lake Drive-In
3724 Cassopolis StLocal favorite for food and ice cream. open seasonally. 5 minutes from house.
Flippin Cow
51330 State Rte 19Local hamburger joint right on the lake.
Pete's tavern
51426 State Rte 19Local favorite on the lake
Good food, family friendly, sand volleyball, sports bar/restaurant. Fun atmosphere!
Tradewinds & The Galley-Elkhart LLC
3147 Northview DriveGood food, family friendly, sand volleyball, sports bar/restaurant. Fun atmosphere!
11 minute drive, plenty of parking. Brewery with indoor and outdoor seating along the river.
Brass Elk Brewing
11 minute drive, plenty of parking. Brewery with indoor and outdoor seating along the river.
Artisan
505 S Main StFine dining located 13 minute drive from lake house. Reservations recommend.
Rainy Day with the Family
Fun family friendly indoor activities that would be fun on a rainy day!
25 minute drive. Apex Climbing Gym is a 15,000 square foot facility with 7,000 square feet of climbing surface area for bouldering and training, providing fun and fitness for all ages.
Apex Climbing Gym
25 minute drive. Apex Climbing Gym is a 15,000 square foot facility with 7,000 square feet of climbing surface area for bouldering and training, providing fun and fitness for all ages.
Sky Zone Mishawaka
5604 Grape Rd25 minute drive to Mishawaka.
Hall of Heroes
1915 Cassopolis Street8 minute drive
Located 25 minutes from the lake. All indoors!! Bowling, ninja course, go carts, glow in the dark mini golf, bumper cars, arcade, valo jump, laser maze, bounce house, balladium and so much more!
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Strikes & Spares Entertainment Center
5419 N Grape RdLocated 25 minutes from the lake. All indoors!! Bowling, ninja course, go carts, glow in the dark mini golf, bumper cars, arcade, valo jump, laser maze, bounce house, balladium and so much more!
Sightseeing
notre dame university
Holy Cross Drive20 minutes off the 80/90 Toll Road
Wellfield Botanic Gardens
1011 N Main St11 minute drive.
Located 9 minutes from the lake house. Boot Lake Nature Preserve’s sprawling 300 acres encompass wetland, forest, and prairie habitat. A portion of the site has a unique story–having been reclaimed from the City of Elkhart’s sludge farm. The transformed site is now a state-dedicated nature preserve protecting Indiana’s rare and endangered wetland plants and animals. The preserve is recognized by National Audubon as an Important Bird Area with over 200 species documented, including sensitive grassland-nesting birds found in the 80 acres of restored prairie. Visitors can enjoy a small picnic pavilion, wetland and prairie overlooks, and four miles of trails intertwined with the variety of habitat.
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Located 9 minutes from the lake house. Boot Lake Nature Preserve’s sprawling 300 acres encompass wetland, forest, and prairie habitat. A portion of the site has a unique story–having been reclaimed from the City of Elkhart’s sludge farm. The transformed site is now a state-dedicated nature preserve protecting Indiana’s rare and endangered wetland plants and animals. The preserve is recognized by National Audubon as an Important Bird Area with over 200 species documented, including sensitive grassland-nesting birds found in the 80 acres of restored prairie. Visitors can enjoy a small picnic pavilion, wetland and prairie overlooks, and four miles of trails intertwined with the variety of habitat.
Fitness
Fitness centers
Large fitness facility located 15 minutes from the lake in downtown Elkhart. Host of many large local, regional and national swim competitions. Large 150 meter pool that is set up for either 25 meter and/or 50 meter lap swimming. Indoor basketball courts, indoor track, cardio and weights.
Beacon Health & Fitness Elkhart
200 East Jackson BoulevardLarge fitness facility located 15 minutes from the lake in downtown Elkhart. Host of many large local, regional and national swim competitions. Large 150 meter pool that is set up for either 25 meter and/or 50 meter lap swimming. Indoor basketball courts, indoor track, cardio and weights.
A 30 minute drive. The Pumpkinvine Nature Trail is a linear park and greenway, on the former Pumpkinvine railroad corridor. Over 16 miles of the trail are complete, featuring both asphalt and packed limestone surfaces suitable for narrow-tired bicycles.
Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, Goshen, IN, 미국
A 30 minute drive. The Pumpkinvine Nature Trail is a linear park and greenway, on the former Pumpkinvine railroad corridor. Over 16 miles of the trail are complete, featuring both asphalt and packed limestone surfaces suitable for narrow-tired bicycles.
Located 20 minutes from the lake house. Take your next shot at Bent Oak Golf Club in Elkhart, IN. Established in 1985, Bent Oak features an 18-hole championship golf course nestled amongst the oak trees in Western Elkhart County. Bent Oak prides itself on its relaxed atmosphere and family-friendly amenities. Surrounded by natural beauty of trees, greens, fairways and ponds, Bent Oak is a public golf course and restaurant known for its challenging layout and friendly environment.
Bent Oak Golf Club
Located 20 minutes from the lake house. Take your next shot at Bent Oak Golf Club in Elkhart, IN. Established in 1985, Bent Oak features an 18-hole championship golf course nestled amongst the oak trees in Western Elkhart County. Bent Oak prides itself on its relaxed atmosphere and family-friendly amenities. Surrounded by natural beauty of trees, greens, fairways and ponds, Bent Oak is a public golf course and restaurant known for its challenging layout and friendly environment.