Explore Steuben County
A Recreational Wonderland!
Where there's so much to explore: ride horseback through Pokagon State Park, shop in one of America's best, historic small towns, tour our 200-acre buffalo preserve, or indulge at one of our wineries and unique restaurants. Did we mention our 101 natural lakes?
Pokagon State Park
Pokagon State Park, nestled on the shores of Lake James, is a picturesque 1,260-acre park nestled in extreme northeast Indiana complete with hiking trails, beaches, an interpretive nature center, the state’s only refrigerated toboggan run, boat rentals and guided horse rides.
Trine State Recreation Area
Trine State Recreation Area, adjacent to Pokagon State Park, provides nearly 200 acres of rolling, wooded hills, open meadows, unique wetlands and a kettle lake.
Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve
Wild Winds has more than 400 acres of rolling Indiana prairie, natural waterways, lakes, birds and is home to approximately 250 bison. Tours are available via open-air vehicle.
Potawatomi Inn
Potawatomi Inn Resort & Conference Center offers an indoor pool, smoke-free facility, wireless internet, sauna, beach, restaurant, fitness room, and seven suites. Located in a lush wood setting on the shores of Lake James, it has a variety of overnight rooms and a conference center which offers nine meeting rooms.
Northern Indiana Lakes Country Ice Cream Trail
Nearly a dozen ice cream shops scattered throughout Steuben County offer a great variety of delicious treats for young and old alike. With flavors ranging from mint chip to amaretto cherry to lemon cheesecake, you’re sure to find one that will satisfy your sweet tooth!
Shop Steuben
A variety of unique stores and shops are scattered throughout Steuben County. Whether you’re looking for clothing, home decor, gift items or specialty foods, be sure to check out our shopping guide to find local stores and things to do in Steuben County.
Things to Do
Angola Balloons Aloft
- 350 S John McBride Ave
- (260) 665-5386
: Angola Balloons Aloft 2024 is set for July 12 and 13. Flights are scheduled for Friday evening, July 12; Saturday…
Antiques Trail in Steuben County
- 401 W Maumee St
Explore our wonderful antique stores including Homestead Antiques, a Wild Hare Antique Mall, Then and Now, MJ’s…
Boat Rentals
If you're looking for boat or personal watercraft rentals while you're visiting our 101 lakes, look no further. Come…
Indiana Rail Experience
Voted Indiana's Best New Experience by the Indiana Tourism Association, Indiana Rail Experience has a schedule of…
Steuben County Craft Beer Trail
- 300 Industrial Dr
A half dozen beer stops are scattered throughout Steuben County offering a great variety of refreshing options…
Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve
- 6975 N Ray Rd.
- (260) 495-0137
Details Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve is home to approximately 250 wild bison roaming over 400 acres that they claim…
Lodging
Clear Lake Resort
- 300 E. Clear Lake Dr.
- (260) 495-4335
Enjoy the 1 1/2 mile sunset view and prevailing breeze while sitting on platform seating at the end of one of our…
Wingate by Wyndham
- 3081 Enterprise Dr.
- (260) 665-1010
A relaxing stay awaits at the newly built Wingate by Wyndham Hotel in Angola, Indiana with easy access to I-69 and…
Manapogo Park
- 5495 W 760 N
- (260) 833-3902
Manapogo Park on 425-acre Lake Pleasant has a beach, camping cabins, electrical sites, showers, water hookup, boat…
Holiday Inn Express, Fremont
- 271 IN-120 Fremont
- (260) 833-6464
Holiday Inn Express Fremont has recently gone through a complete renovation! Enjoy the outdoor pool, fitness center…
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp Resort
- 140 Lane 201, Barton Lake
- (260) 833-1114
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ Camp Resort at Barton Lake, Fremont, Indiana is your destination, vacation camp resort!…
Food + Drink
Satek Winery
- 6208 N VanGuilder Rd.
- (260) 495-9463
Northeast Indiana's first winery offers free wine tasting and picnic areas in rustic setting. Sweet and dry wines…
The Hatchery
- 118 S Elizabeth Street
- (260) 665-9957
No matter where you sit at The Hatchery, a refreshed culinary lineup will satisfy you. Starters include an addictive…
The Waterfront Bistro
- 3945 North 300 West
Timbers Steakhouse & Seafood
- 1212 West Maumee
- (260) 665-7487
A sign billing steaks and seafood hangs on the A-frame log building just off Angola’s main drive. And mounted animal…
Steuben County Craft Beer Trail
- 300 Industrial Dr
A half dozen beer stops are scattered throughout Steuben County offering a great variety of refreshing options…
The 6 on James
- 4080 N 300 W
- (260) 624-3644
The name and location have recently changed, but The 6 On James continues to serve the largest selection of bourbon…
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INDIANA INSIDER BLOG
- 2 minute read
USA Today 10Best released its 2019 Small Towns Readers' Choice Awards, which included two cities from the Hoosier State! See which small towns made the list by reading below. Angola took third in the voting for the Best Historic Small Towns in America! USA Today had this to say about the…