This Tiny Town In Indiana Has A Little Bit Of Everything
One of the best towns in Indiana is a place you’ve never even heard of. This tiny beach town sits in the northeast corner of the state where it is often overshadowed by nearby towns and cities. But locals know that this is the place to be for a quiet and peaceful life.
While the pace may be a bit slower here, there’s no shortage of activities to enjoy. Check out what all there is to do in the town of Hamilton:
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Located on the south side of Steuben County is the tiny beach town of Hamilton, Indiana that is easy to overlook.
A small portion of the town also resides in DeKalb County.
It sits on Hamilton Lake and is home to about 1,500 residents. Locals enjoy the beach for sunbathing and swimming, and many love to take their boats out on this secluded lake.
Various festivals and celebrations take place throughout the year. Upcoming is the Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks taking place on June 30, 2018 throughout the day.
Now, for what really makes a tiny beach town great: the restaurants. Most iconic to Hamilton Lake is Capt'n Pete's Dairy Dock which is walking distance from the beach and is all about soft serve ice cream and American cuisine. Hot dogs, burgers, chicken strips, and much more will keep you fueled up all day long.
For a more wholesome, sit-down dining experience, Roger's Harvest House is the place to be. The fried chicken is to die for, and you'll also enjoy other classic homemade favorites like mashed potatoes, steak, fried fish, baked ham, and much more.
It is located at 814 S Wayne St., Hamilton, IN 46742.
For dinner on the lake, nothing beats the Hamilton House. Come by foot, car, or boat to this epic eatery that sits right on Hamilton Lake. Enjoy American favorites as well as drinks well into the night at this popular joint.
It is located at 3950 E Bellefontaine Rd., Hamilton, IN 46742.
If pizza is your aim, Rose Brothers is the place to be. You can get a two-foot pizza here that will feed a whole party of hungry people. Guests also enjoy salads, pasta, bread sticks, garlic bread, wings, and other appetizers.
It is located at 7680 S Wayne St., Hamilton, IN 46742.
This remote beach town is the paradise you've been looking for. Come check out this amazing village sometime this summer for the best weather and views.
An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
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