Let’s be honest – one of the best parts of Indiana is all the delicious ice cream we get to indulge in. From dairy farms in the rural part of the Hoosier State to tiny beloved ice cream shops in Indiana cities, we know how to do ice cream right. If you’re a fan of this frozen treat, you’ll love a mouthwatering Indiana ice cream trail.

Follow along with these handy Google Map directions. Just put in your address to start. The entire trail takes just over four hours to complete and will take you to some of the best Indiana ice cream shops.

1. Ivanhoe's Drive In (Upland)
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Ivanhoes Drive, Ivanhoes Dr, Upland, IN 46989, USA
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The first stop on this Indiana ice cream trail, Ivanhoe's is a staple in Upland. They offer over 100 ice cream and milkshake varieties, plus a ton of hand-dipped choices. You'll have to wait in line (along with the rest of the town), but you'll be so glad you stuck it out!

Learn more about what Ivanhoe's is all about.
2. South Side Soda Shop (Goshen)
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South Side Soda Shop, 1122 S Main St, Goshen, IN 46526, USA
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If you're a huge fan of milkshakes, then you'll be a huge fan of our next Indiana ice cream shop. South Side Soda Shop was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives - and for good reason. You'll find yourself in heaven with their ice cream sundaes and delicious milkshakes. This is an old-fashioned diner with a 1940s soda fountain that will make you feel like you just stepped onto the set of Happy Days.

Read up more on the South Side Soda Shop.
3. Chief Ice Cream (Goshen)
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Chief Ice Cream, 502 W Lincoln Ave, Goshen, IN 46526, USA
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Another great stop on this Indiana ice cream trail, this tiny ice cream shop made Thrillist's list of best ice cream places in America, and locals know how true that is. The lines are long, but they move quickly, and the reward is worth every minute. They're only open seasonally, so you'll want to check them out while the weather is warm!

Head to the Facebook page for Chief Ice Cream to learn more.
4. Rocket Science Ice Cream (Nappanee)
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Rocket Science Ice Cream, 401 E Market St, Nappanee, IN 46550, USA
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Try ice cream a new way at Rocket Science. You'll order by picking your ingredients and dairy (including fresh cream) and using liquid nitrogen, they'll freeze it right in front of your eyes. Science never tasted so good!

Learn more about Rocket Science and some of the best ice cream in Indiana.
5. Valpo Velvet Shoppe (Valparaiso)
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Valpo Velvet Shoppe, 57 Monroe St, Valparaiso, IN 46383, USA
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Valpo Velvet is a family-owned local gem that serves up some of the best ice cream you've ever tasted. They have more creative flavors and ice cream creations than you could ever hope to try, like Aztec Hot Chocolate and Coffee Espresso Fudge Oreo. Find your new favorite flavor!

Learn more about what's in store at the Valpo Velvet Indiana ice cream shop.
6. Fair Oaks Farms (Fair Oaks)
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Fair Oaks Farms, 856 N 600 E, Fair Oaks, IN 47943, USA
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And last but certainly not least on the Indiana ice cream trail, if you want to try farm fresh ice cream, look no further than Fair Oaks Farms. They make their own ice cream right here, so you can try some of the freshest, best flavors around. They regularly host concerts and also hold tours so you can see all the behind-the-scenes processes of a working farm.

Find out more about Fair Oaks Farms.

Which Indiana ice cream shops are you dying to try? What do you think is the best ice cream in Indiana? Tell us in the comments!

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