The City of La Porte is Indiana’s best-kept secret. With nearly half a dozen lakes and an abundance of parks inside city limits, there is no shortage of outdoor recreation experiences for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. From boating and fishing to kayaking and paddleboarding, an active, lakeside lifestyle is accessible to all who choose to live or visit here.
Take a walk through our historic downtown and admire the Victorian-style architecture, smack dab in the heart of the city. Our quaint local shops and restaurants will charm you with their wonderful service and warm hospitality.
Whether you’re looking for a getaway with the girls, a fishing trip with the boys or a weekend of fun for the whole family, you can find it here in the City of La Porte. Come live the Lake Life with us.
SPRING
Play a round of golf at the beautiful Beechwood Golf Course. Enjoy a nice walk or bike ride on the Chessie Trail. Cast your reel for a while in quiet Clear Lake. Catch a concert at the historic La Porte Civic Auditorium.
SUMMER
Launch a kayak in Stone Lake or rent a boat for the day on Pine Lake. Celebrate Independence Day at Indiana’s oldest 4th of July Parade. Enjoy some tunes by the lake at Arts in the Park, or rock out at one of the Friday Night Live events in downtown. Bring the whole family for a weekend of fun at LakeFest.
FALL
Spend an afternoon apple picking at Garwood Orchards. Take a ride on a piece of living history at the Hesston Steam Museum. Peruse hundreds of local craft and food booths at the famous Sunflower Fair. Go for a stroll around La Porte’s Historic Downtown.
WINTER
Get in the holiday spirit at the La Porte Santa Parade. Warm up with a cup of joe at any one of our delicious coffee shops and cafes. Watch high school hoops like you’ve never seen before at the 3rd Annual La Porte Invitational. Visit the many antique shops and boutiques throughout the city. Bundle up for a weekend of outdoor activities at WinterFest.
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