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South Bend/Mishawaka Recreation

Who says you can't do it all?

Discover our incredible range of sports and recreation. Heart-racing water sports on the first artificial whitewater course in North America. Hiking, biking and canoeing in one of our four county parks. An up-close look at Indiana's natural beauty at local nature preserves. Not to mention the beautiful fairways of some of Indiana's best golf courses. Blackthorn Golf Club was recognized by Golfweek as the number one municipal course in the state of Indiana and number 42 in the country. Whip yourself into a sports frenzy with an exciting Notre Dame game or a baseball game with the South Bend Silver Hawks. Or test your luck and compete with friends and family for the perfect strike at one of South Bend's bowling centers. With so many fun things to do, there's always the perfect sport or recreation activity to entertain the bravest of adventurers in the greater South Bend area!

Michiana Raceway Park

Michiana Raceway Park offers arrive-and-drive programs utilizing our fleet of racing karts. We offer an opportunity for all budgets, ages, or experiences. Come race with us at our five-star go-kart track!

T: 574-288-4922 E: mrp@qtm.net W: View Web site

Bendix Woods County Park

195 acres. Featuring one of the best spring woodland wildflower displays in the region, this park is also home to the annual Sugar Camp Days Festival in March. Rentable picnic shelters, hiking trails, interpretive programs, and a large playground make ... Read more

T: 574-654-3155 W: View Web site

Blackthorn Golf Club

Ranked 4th best new public course in the country in 1994 by Golf Digest and ranking by Chicagoland Golf in 2005, this 18 hole course will not disspoint with its 226 acres of heavliy wooded rolling terrain and premier customer service.

T: 574-232-4653 E: rich@blackthorngolf.com W: View Web site

Chamberlain Lake Nature Preserve

82.7 acres. This joint venture with the Indiana Dept. of Natural Resources offers 1.5 miles of trails through woods, fields and along Chamberlain Lake. Several rare and endangered plants can be found in the nature preserve. Recreational ... Read more

T: 574-654-3155 W: View Web site

Compton Family Ice Arena

Grand new ice arena featuring two sheets and home of the University of Notre Dame Irish Hockey team. Public skating Monday-Friday Noon-1:30 p.m. $4.00; Friday 7:00 p.m.-8:50 p.m., Saturday 2:00 p.m.-3:50 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.-8:50 p.m., Sunday 2:00 p.m.-3... Read more

T: 574-631-1157 W: View Web site

Doe-Wah-Jacks Canoe and Kayak Rental

Kayak & canoe rental. A full service livery renting canoes, single & double kayaks on the Dowagiac river; 2, 4, and 6 hour trips available. Open the first weekend May through the last weekend in October (all fair weather days). ... Read more

T: 269-782-7140 E: info@paddledcri.com W: View Web site

East Race Waterway

Located in the heart of downtown South Bend on the east side of the St. Joseph River at the South Bend dam, the East Race Waterway is a one-of-a-kind recreational facility offering safe but exciting fun for all ages. The first artificial white ... Read more

T: 574-233-6121 W: View Web site

Eberhart-Petro Municipal Golf Course

This 5,502 yard, 18 hole par 70 golf course with four river crossings provides avid golfers a round of golf along the peaceful, scenic St. Joseph River. The course also includes the Eberhart Pro Shop and snack bar. The Club House Hall is available for ... Read more

T: 574-255-5508 W: View Web site

Elbel Golf Course

18 Hole, Public Course, opened in 1964. Par is 72 for a 5,750-6,700 yard course. Bent grass greens, bluegrass fairways and water hazards in play. Putting Green, Sand & Chipping Area.

T: 574-271-9180 W: View Web site

Erskine Park Golf Club

18-hole public course, opened in 1925. Par is 70 for a 6,100 yard course. Bent grass greens, tree-lined bluegrass fairways. Beverage cart, snack bar and restaurant available, Bar with beer service on premises. Putting Green, Sand & Chipping Area, ... Read more

T: 574-291-3216 W: View Web site

Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park

214 acres. One of the most popular features of this park is the 18-hole disc golf course and a pro shop is located within the gatehouse. An accessible platform on Lake Osceola is ideal for family outings and a large playground is fun for children to ... Read more

T: 574-674-9765 W: View Web site

George Wilson Park

Named for a popular high school coach, the park features excellent tubing and cross-country skiing capabilities in the winter months with a newly-expanded warming shelter that includes both furnace heat and a stone fireplace for keeping warm. ... Read more

T: 574-258-1664 W: View Web site

Gymnastics Michiana

Teaches artistic gymnastics to all male and female 18 months and older. Hours: Mon., 3:30 p.m. Tue. - Thurs. 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Fri. 4:00 p.m. - 9: p.m. and Sat. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

T: 574-256-0502 W: View Web site

Juday Creek Golf Course

Often viewed as one of the premier sites for golf outings, Juday Creek also strives to do the most they can for their members, daily fee customers and as well as to grow the game of Junior and Ladies Golf.

T: 574-277-4653 W: View Web site

Mary Gibbard Pool

T: 574-258-1721 W: View Web site

Merrifield Complex

T: 574-258-1665 W: View Web site

Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department

T: 574-258-1664 W: View Web site

Morris Park Country Club

Nestled among a plethora of white oaks and various other tree species is the centerpiece of Morris Park Country Club. 18-holes of championship golf situated over 135 acres of gently rolling terrain await those who venture to the first tee. Created by ... Read more

T: 574-233-9474 W: View Web site

Notre Dame Golf Course

T: 574-631-6425 W: View Web site

Potato Creek State Park

Camping, cabins, fishing, boat rental, boat launch, beach, paved bike trail, hiking trails, mountain bike trail, bridle trails, horseman's campground, nature center, interpretive naturalist programs, picnicking, shelters, recreation building, ... Read more

T: 574-656-8186 W: View Web site

South Bend Parks & Recreation Department

T: 574-299-4768 W: View Web site

South Bend Silver Hawks

During the summer, enjoy the South Bend Silver Hawks, the Class A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Check the Web site for the Hawks schedule and special events at the Cove.

T: 574-235-9988 E: hawks@silverhawks.com W: View Web site

Spicer Lake Nature Preserve

320 acres. This state-dedicated nature preserve features kettle-hole lakes and wetlands abundant with rich plant life. Several state endangered plants and animals live here. Over 6 miles of trails and a quarter-mile boardwalk are ideal for bird ... Read more

T: 574-654-3155 W: View Web site

St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds

Campground facilities available during events only including the St. Joseph County 4-H Fair. Services include electric, water and sewer/dump station plus modern restrooms and showers.

T: 574-291-4870 E: info@4hfair.com W: View Web site

St. Joseph County Parks

Your Place for Outdoor Family Fun! St. Joseph County Parks offers picnic shelters, hiking trails, playgrounds, canoe rentals, cross-country ski rentals/trails, interpretive programs in Bendix Woods County Park, Spicer Lake Nature Preserve, ... Read more

T: 574-277-4828 E: stjosephcountyparks@sjcparks.org W: View Web site

St. Patrick's County Park

398 acres. With wooded trails, picnic shelters, hiking trails and a playground, this park is a popular destination for visitors from around the region. In winter, innertubing, cross-county ski rentals and groomed trails transform the park into ... Read more

T: 574-277-4828 W: View Web site

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