Elkhart Lake Guide for Visitors

2014

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www.elkhartlake.com ong ago, Native Americans referred to Elkhart Lake as "the chosen spot" for its awesome natural beauty. Since then, its deep pristine water, cedar tree- lined shores and nearby glacial hills and forests have drawn celebrity and everyday visitors year after year from across our country and around the world. From the sounds of conch shells blown over the lake to signal dusk to the clamor of slot machine nickels dropping into tin trays, Elkhart Lake is rich with history and legend. Over the years it has been a gathering place for gangsters, gamblers and generations of families. The world's top race car drivers and competitive athletes have made their way through the village to enjoy its unspoiled, authentic charm. From the days when a village of tepees was perched on a hill near its boat landing, to today when you can find world-class amenities taste- fully woven into its authentic charm, the fish are larger, the water is cleaner and the smiles are bigger at Elkhart Lake. A Legendary Getaway 2 L pring-fed, crystal clear and 120 feet deep, the unique blue- green water of Elkhart Lake is a legend itself. In Elkhart Lake you don't just catch big fish, you can see them - deep below the surface. From the days when Native Americans lived on its banks, the pristine quality of Elkhart Lake's water has soothed the souls of people from far and wide - and kept them coming back year after year. To many, it's the legendary water of Elkhart Lake that makes it famous. S Legendary Water In an earlier time, swimmers enjoy the water at Elm Park Hotel's bath house (now near Siebkens Beach). Swimming and boating remain a popular activity here. The slogan – The Water that Made Elkhart Famous - is still used today. N

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