Family Fun in Elkhart County

Fill a day with family fun ranging from the superheroes and villains at the Hall of Heroes Superhero Museum to the endless selection of candies, chocolates and sweet treats at the Wakarusa Dime Store. The Hall of Heroes Superhero Museum Wanna see their eyes light up? Tell the kids you're taking…

Meet the Makers along the Heritage Trail

Discover Elkhart County’s local culture and people as you meet the makers along the Heritage Trail. Meet the artists, discover their fascinating history, watch them craft their products, then you can take them home. Check out a few top spots to buy where it’s made. It’s always Well Crafted in…

Experience Elkhart: Luxurious Lodging

There is so much to see and do in Elkhart County in northern Indiana, so my advice is to spend at least one night (preferably two or three!) so you can take in as much as you can. In July 2022, six writers with the Midwest Travel Network visited Elkhart County on a trip hosted by the Elkhart County…

The 5 Best Things to Do in Elkhart Indiana

Let’s Go on A Road Trip to Elkhart Indiana In July 2022, six writers with the Midwest Travel Network visited Elkhart County on a trip hosted by the Elkhart County CVB. The writers met many of the friendly and creative makers who call the close-knit communities of Elkhart, Goshen, Middlebury and…

Experience Elkhart: Beauty in Nature

Recently I had the privilege of spending a few days exploring Elkhart County, Indiana, and I was blown away by all there is to see, do, and eat in this impressive area of the Hoosier landscape. In July 2022, six writers with the Midwest Travel Network visited Elkhart County on a trip hosted by the…

Adventure Starts Here!

Are you ready for loads of fun and unforgettable experiences? The Elkhart County Area Guide is your source for info! 75 pages of great information about the best places to dine, see a fantastic concert or play, or buy the one-of-a-kind handmade items that our area is known for. Check it out and…

Six Free Things to Do Along the Heritage Trail

Fun doesn’t have to come with dollar signs attached. The Heritage Trail driving tour is proof of that! Fill your day with adventure and your camera roll with memorable snaps, all without spending a dime. Inside the cabinet They were once all the rage, but now you can peer into the history of the…

Four Adventures for Kids

There’s so much for kids to do around Elkhart County that the kids may not even notice they haven’t picked up their phone in a while. You can’t go wrong with these picks for year-round) fun: 1) Start with sugar Load up on jellybeans, candy bars, lollipops and more at Wakarusa Dime Store or marvel as…

Paddling Elkhart River

(Photo by Marshall V. King) Paddling Elkhart River mixes urban and rural for a new experience every trip By Marshall V. King The beauty of the Elkhart River isn’t that it’s just one thing. Stretches are rural and secluded. Others are lined with houses or go under major highways. The river flows…