- Our list of the best things to do in Portage, Indiana, features the top 114 nearby activities — including 39 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Portage, IN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Portage, IN , followed by 105 popular activities in nearby cities, including Valparaiso, Michigan City, Gary, Hammond, Chesterton, Schererville, Merrillville, Munster, LaPorte, Lansing, East Chicago, Hobart and Michigan City
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Covering 15,000 acres, the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore also runs for approximately 25 miles along Lake Michigan. In here there can be found a campground, a visitor's center, fishing piers, riverwalks, and other amenities.
7.9 Miles
Many forget Indiana is located on the south shores of Lake Michigan, but one of the state's highlights is its beautiful dunes, towering 200 feet above the lake. Visit Indiana Dunes State Park, where beaches are wide and swimming is welcome. Concession stands, restrooms, picnic areas, campgrounds and lifeguards …
7.9 Miles
The Foundation Meadows Park is a recreational park that features a service memorial, a main administrative building, and a butterfly meadow. The park also is home to a caterpillar crossing.
8.2 Miles
The Prairie Duneland Trail is a popular walking and biking trail in Chesterson. Leading to many other trails in the area, the asphalt trail is surrounded by abundant flora and fauna, making it a beautiful walk.
8.4 Miles
The Northern League minor league baseball team for Gary, Indiana, can be found at the U.S. Steelyard Field. The family-friendly ballpark offers between-inning entertainment, giveaways, fireworks, concessions, and affordable tickets. Kids can join Rusty's Kids Club for special benefits.
8.5 Miles
Glen Theatre of Gary, Indiana strives to provide patrons with quality entertainment through theatre. The venue produces a variety of events and shows including film festivals, stage plays, children's theatre and more.
8.8 Miles
Chewing gum, chocolates, and several other types of sweets are produced at the Albanese Candy Factory. The factory tour includes free samples.
9.1 Miles
Featuring four separate courts, The Courts provides a place for youth to enjoy a variety of sports and activities. Along with basketball and tennis, gymnastics and cheer camps and clinics are also offered here.
9.1 Miles
Featuring four baseball fields located at its center, Old Fairgrounds Park offers open grass areas for recreation and sports like soccer. It has a walking track along the perimeter, a playground and a pavilion for events and parties.
9.2 Miles
Covering 360 acres of prairies, wetlands, gardens and woodlands, Taltree Arboretum & Gardens welcomes the entire family. The children can enjoy the miniature steam engines, while the bird watchers can take any of the 5 trails totaling almost 4 miles to spot trumpeter swans and other 18 bird species.