You can stay at beachfront rentals without having to travel to the ocean. There are a number of recreational activities available where you can simply go fishing, indulge in seafood dishes and join kayaking trips with friends without the hassle of crowded beach resorts, especially during spring breaks and the holidays. Lake-based beachfront rentals are also a great way to beat the heat with family and friends.
Michiana Shores - Michigan City, Indiana
Michiana Shores is a small town in Indiana and was named because of its location between the Michigan and Indiana state border. It's a small resort community that used to be a large swamp area of dense woods. The development of the area into a resort community gave birth to Michiana Shores vacation rental and summer cottages. The Long Beach Company was one of the pioneers in developing the area and advertising it as one of the best vacation destinations in Indiana.
One of the main attractions near Michiana Shores is the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore that covers 24 miles of sand dunes to the south of Lake Michigan. You can take your children in the park's nature reserves and habitat to see its local wildlife, 369 species of flowering plants and rare sightings of extirpated species (species that no longer exist in the wild). Several must-see natural areas include the Hoosier Prairie, Heron Rookery, Mount Baldy and Pinhook Bog. Historical landmarks, museums, lighthouses and wineries should also be included in your vacation's highlights. Antique shopping, golfing and trekking are must-do activities for every vacationer.
Lake Havasu - Mohave County, Arizona
Lake Havasu is home to the London Bridge, a popular attraction bought in 1967 from the British government. Portions of the bridge were disassembled for shipment to Arizona, and it was later re-assembled in Lake Havasu. The area offers several hiking and walking trails where you can explore the marshes and deserts with a guide.
You can spend your day sailing in Lake Havasu's clear, blue waters. Many tourists and locals enjoy fishing and boating. Launch ramps and boat rentals include the Black Meadow Landing and Marina, Havasu Spring Resort and Marina, Lake Havasu State Park and Fun Time Boat Rentals. These boat rental companies offer hourly, daily and weekly packages, plus basic boating lessons for beginners. Golfing, shopping and hot-air balloon rides are popular tourist activities in Lake Havasu City.
Lake Chelan - Chelan County, Washington
Chelan is a small resort town in north-central Washington that attracts millions of tourists every summer. As the third deepest lake in the country, fishing is one of the main tourist activities in the area. On the lake's northern point, you can also visit Stehekin. One unique feature of this town is you can't reach it by car but must arrive by boat, plane or by following a hiking trail.
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