Deam Lake State Recreation Area, Indiana

Get ready to pinch yourself. No, you’re not sleeping and this isn’t some elevation-induced hallucination. Deam Lake State Recreation Area is the real deal! The 194-acre lake offers liberal leisures, such as swimming, fishing, and boating. If you’re lookin’ to chillax, catch some rays or pack a picnic on the sandy shores. Ample camping is available just a hop, skip, and a jump from the water. Choose from tent, RV and equestrian sites, plus a handful of cabins available to rent. The full-time naturalist at the Forest Education Center can give you the woodland what’s what—and then you can test out your newfound know-how on a hike! Five trails weave through the park, ranging from “saunterable” to “hoofin’ it.” Mountain bikers and horseback riders can also get at it on designated trails. Whatever your fancy, you’ll be livin’ the dream at Deam!