Here Are 10 Spots In Indiana You Must Explore This Winter
Are you getting sick of these winter and Christmas articles now? I hope not. Winter just does such beautiful things to our beautiful state. You have to make yourself get out there. Just put your coat on and go. There are tons of beautiful places visit during winter in Indiana. So bundle up and make the most of winter in Indiana!
The Veal's Ice Tree is an absolutely unique winter feature to check out. And it is different every year! Once the temperatures drop below freezing in the Hoosier state, this is one of the MUST-SEE spots in the state. This gorgeous ice-covered tree is unbelievable.
Veal's Ice Tree, 6445 Mimosa Ln, Indianapolis, IN 46259, USA
This series is not so much a place as an inspiration to get out there and explore how winter changes the buildings and scenery we sometimes take for granted. There are so many places in Indiana that are gorgeous in the winter. Trees, barns, and even churches look great when they are under a blanket of snow. Don't they?
Naturally, there are more cities and towns filled with light for the holidays than we can list. But, Bloomington is one of many that has gorgeous lights during the Christmas season. Especially beautiful is Main Street in Bloomington.
The Conner Prairie Interactive History Park is always a fun attraction to visit regardless of the season. Visiting during December, you can learn about the holiday treats, games, and gifts that were offered and played nearly 200 years ago.
Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers, IN 46038, USA
The Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center hosts a wonderful event called the Festival of Trees. It features 50 Christmas trees fully decorated in 50 different designs. It is a beautiful attraction to see around Christmas time.
Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, 450 W Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
Shireman Homestead is an incredible place to make memories with your family during the Holidays. You can bring your kids to spend time with Santa and his barn friends. Not only do they sparkle up for Christmas they do a pretty scary Halloween party too.
Shireman Homestead, 7060 W 200 N, Columbus, IN 47201, USA
Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes is normally a place you would think to go in the summer. Interestingly enough, it is just as beautiful in the winter. You just might need a few extra layers during the winter months though.
From frozen lakes and sand dunes to holiday lights a-plenty what do you think about these wonderful places to visit in Indiana in winter? If you’ve spent some time in this fine state perhaps you know of a few fun things to do in Indiana in the wintertime. Share a few with us in the comments!
Now that you have done a bit of exploring in Indiana, the best way to enjoy winter in Indiana is with a cozy winter getaway in a cabin with that special someone. Here are a few winter retreats in Indiana to re-ignite that spark.
Address: Indianapolis Zoo, 1200 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46222, USA
Address: Upper Cataract Falls, Jennings Township, IN 47460, USA
Address: Veal's Ice Tree, 6445 Mimosa Ln, Indianapolis, IN 46259, USA
Address: Bloomington, IN, USA
Address: Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers, IN 46038, USA
Address: Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, 450 W Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
Address: Shireman Homestead, 7060 W 200 N, Columbus, IN 47201, USA
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November 23, 2022
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Trisha Faulkner is a stay-at-home and work-at-home Hoosier momma. She is a huge advocate of Autism awareness, and loves her beautiful boy more than life itself. She is a native Indiana writer who types her best pieces for Only In Your State between 2-4AM when her toddler finally falls over asleep.
