- TripBuzz found 81 things to do with kids in or near Elkhart, Indiana, including 64 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like South Bend, Mishawaka, Shipshewana and Goshen.
- From Nibco Water & Ice Park to Elkhart Tactical Laser Tag, the Elkhart area offers 65 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Theaters, Parks and Laser Tag.
- Elkhart, Indiana is positioned within the self-named county, just ten miles from South Bend. St. Joseph's River runs through the city, with the Elkhart River emptying into the St. Joseph near downtown. The city is also speckled with small lakes, as well as a small commercial presence. Known as the 'RV Capital of the World' Elkhart is also a prime contributor in the recreational vehicle industry.
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A traditional bowling center, Maple City Bowl offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring, bumpers and synthetic lanes. The center provides food and drinks, a bar with adult beverages, a pool table, cosmic bowling and televisions.
9.4 Miles
Accessible over a stone bridge or by boat, Miami Monkey Island covers five acres of land on the small island itself. Standard park features like children's playground equipment, picnic tables with grills, and a boat launch are available.
9.5 Miles
Open to the public for cycling, walking, and jogging, The Riverwalk has a path that circles the St. Joseph River. One section of the path takes visitors over the river on a bridge.
9.5 Miles
Linway Plaza Cinema is a 14 screen theatre that shows first-run Hollywood releases. The theatre features reclining seats and a concession stand that features movie popcorn, sodas, and coffee.
9.5 Miles
Friends of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, along with the Maple City Greenway and MapleHeart Trail, connect the cities of Elkhart, Goshen, Middlebury, and Shipshewana. The trails can be used by bicyclists, runners, and hikers.
9.8 Miles
Merrifield Pool is an Olympic-sized pool. Its main attractions are the 160 ft. water slide, water basketball net, figure-8 wading pool with water umbrella. It also has a snack bar for the hungry.
9.8 Miles
Dedicated to the city's sister city, Shiojiri City, Shiojiri Niwa is a Japanese garden with a bridge, pond, and walking paths. The park also has a tea house pavilion that is often used for weddings.
10.2 Miles
Visitors can enjoy a bowling center with automatic scoring that also offers food and a full service bar at Parkway Lanes East. The bowling alley also serves as a sports bar.
10.6 Miles
Putt Putt Golf & Games offers miniature golf and arcade games for regular play or special events such as birthdays, with several different packages available. They also serve ice cream and soft drinks.