Fairways of Grand Beach Guidebook

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Fairways of Grand Beach Guidebook

Outdoor/Free fun

New Buffalo's only public outdoor skating rink. It is open sunrise to 10pm daily unless otherwise posted. You can check out their Facebook page to see if the rink is open or drive by and check out the sign. Facebook page says they have loaner skates available in a bin but no rentals. https://www.facebook.com/OselkaParkIceRink/
Oselka Park
601 E Indiana St
New Buffalo's only public outdoor skating rink. It is open sunrise to 10pm daily unless otherwise posted. You can check out their Facebook page to see if the rink is open or drive by and check out the sign. Facebook page says they have loaner skates available in a bin but no rentals. https://www.facebook.com/OselkaParkIceRink/
Great trails
Warren Dunes Beach Trailhead
State Park Road
Great trails
The Long Beach Fire Department builds an ice rink near the playground. As of 1/7/2022 it has opened. I do not see the hours posted but it is likely the same as Oselka Park sunrise to 10pm. Here is the FD Facebook link https://www.facebook.com/lbfire/
Old School Community Center
2501 Oriole Trail
The Long Beach Fire Department builds an ice rink near the playground. As of 1/7/2022 it has opened. I do not see the hours posted but it is likely the same as Oselka Park sunrise to 10pm. Here is the FD Facebook link https://www.facebook.com/lbfire/
141 locals recommend
Indiana Dunes National Park
1215 North State Road 49
141 locals recommend

Casinos, theater and shows

Very unique venue with live shows, comedy and live music!
85 locals recommend
The Acorn
107 Generations Dr
85 locals recommend
Very unique venue with live shows, comedy and live music!
137 locals recommend
Four Winds Casino
11111 Wilson Rd
137 locals recommend
112 locals recommend
Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa
777 Blue Chip Dr
112 locals recommend

Food scene/Brewery/Distillery

This is a very popular haunt in the summer. Great news for winter visitors is you can probably get in without a 2 hour wait. Stray Dog merch is a must have souvenir for those visiting the New Buffalo/Grand Beach area. Food though is marginal but restaurant ambiance is cute.
198 locals recommend
The Stray Dog Bar & Grill
245 N Whittaker St
198 locals recommend
This is a very popular haunt in the summer. Great news for winter visitors is you can probably get in without a 2 hour wait. Stray Dog merch is a must have souvenir for those visiting the New Buffalo/Grand Beach area. Food though is marginal but restaurant ambiance is cute.
Amazing food. We tried the macaroni with brisket, brisket bowl and pulled pork sandwich and it was all excellent.
235 locals recommend
Greenbush Brewing Company
5885 Sawyer Rd
235 locals recommend
Amazing food. We tried the macaroni with brisket, brisket bowl and pulled pork sandwich and it was all excellent.
Delectable and adorable bakery with lots of yummy treats and cute gifts. Across the street is their cafe and larger gift shop. It is also a must stop.
98 locals recommend
Froehlich's Kitchen & Pantry
19 N Elm St
98 locals recommend
Delectable and adorable bakery with lots of yummy treats and cute gifts. Across the street is their cafe and larger gift shop. It is also a must stop.
Never been but I hear it is fab.
250 locals recommend
Journeyman Distillery
109 Generations Dr
250 locals recommend
Never been but I hear it is fab.
Never been to this small batch brewery and pizzeria but food looks amazing and you can book outdoor igloos! So fun. Here is the link for the restaurant and igloo booking: https://www.beerchurchbrewing.com/
105 locals recommend
Beer Church Brewing Co.
24 S Whittaker St
105 locals recommend
Never been to this small batch brewery and pizzeria but food looks amazing and you can book outdoor igloos! So fun. Here is the link for the restaurant and igloo booking: https://www.beerchurchbrewing.com/
82 locals recommend
Shady Creek Winery
2030 Tryon Rd
82 locals recommend

Skydive/Adventure

14 locals recommend
Skydive Windy City Chicago
1300 IN-212
14 locals recommend

Free

For animal lovers, the MHS encourages people to come and pet and play with the animals -- especially the kittens/cats. For those not allergic pet lovers, this is such a fun time. Kids love it too.
Michiana Humane Society & Spca
722 IN-212
For animal lovers, the MHS encourages people to come and pet and play with the animals -- especially the kittens/cats. For those not allergic pet lovers, this is such a fun time. Kids love it too.

Shopping

Amazing old artsy town with lots of unique shops -- mostly antique or mid-century modern. Great food haunts too.
57 locals recommend
Three Oaks
57 locals recommend
Amazing old artsy town with lots of unique shops -- mostly antique or mid-century modern. Great food haunts too.

Traveler advice

Traveling with kids

Baby/kid gear rentals and other sport rentals

Monkey Business Cribs and More Rentals in Harbor Country Bike and Recreational Equipment Rentals Forgot to load the kayak? Don’t have a bike carrier? No worries, rent what you need in New Buffalo. Outpost Sports (Recreational Equipment Rentals) 105 W. Buffalo Street New Buffalo, MI 49117 PEDEGO Harbor Country (Electric Bike Rentals) 425 S Whittaker Street New Buffalo, MI 49117 Third Coast Paddling (Kayak and Paddle Board Rentals) 200 Marquette Dr New Buffalo, MI 49117