Nothing says summer like a beachside ice cream parlor, and Hamilton, Indiana is home to the best one in the world. Charming and friendly, this is one of those places locals would rather keep a secret. Check it out:

The town of Hamilton, found in northeast Indiana, is known for its large lake and a small community of about 1,500 residents. In the summer, the beach is open as well as another very special attraction that locals look forward to all winter long.
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Click here to learn more about this quiant little beach town.
Capt'n Pete's Dairy Dock on the north side of town is a seasonal ice cream parlor that is seriously walking distance from Hamilton Lake and the beach. Locals and beach bums can't resist a trip here for a cold dairy treat on the hottest days.
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It shouldn't take you more than five or 10 minutes to get here from the beach. If you decide to drive, it will take you a minute or less.
Both interior and exterior seating is available. Most choose to sit outside if only to keep their sandy feet and swimsuits where they belong, but those who wish to enjoy some AC will want to sit inside.
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This charming beachside ice cream parlor is made even more old-fashioned by the lawn chairs that sit out front. Grab an ice cream and enjoy it in front of the building as you watch traffic slowly pass by.
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Hamilton is a golf kart-friendly community, so you may see a few of those go by as well.
This wonderful and vintage joint is known for its hand-dipped and soft-serve styles of ice cream, giving you many options to choose from. In addition to sundaes, floats, flurries, malts, shakes, and cones, you can also get savory food at this hot spot.
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Other menu items include burgers, hot dogs, corndogs, pork tenderloins, grilled cheeses, fries, onion rings, and many more classic American diner staples to fuel you back up for more time at the beach.
Commemorate your time at this beachside ice cream parlor with a photo session in these oversized lawn chairs that sit right out front of the place. They also make it so that you can't miss this roadside delight.
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Locals have been keeping this place alive for decades, and this summer, you can find what all the hubbub is about. The best ice cream for miles is found right here in this tiny town.
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Capt’n Pete’s Dairy Dock is open Sunday through Thursday between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. as well as Friday and Saturday between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. Get more details on its Facebook page here.

Address: 7425 Wayne Street, Hamilton, IN, 46742

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