The Chamber of LaGrange County
Advocating for the success of our members We are the Chamber of LaGrange County, and we connect residents and visitors alike to local attractions, restaurants, retail merchants, housing, and more. Come #visitLaGrangeCounty!
Visit Shipshewana
Menno-Hof
Menno-Hof is a non-profit information center located in Shipshewana, Indiana, that teaches visitors about the faith and life of Amish and Mennonites.
LaGrange County Parks & Recreation
139 acres of northern hardwood forest, wooded swamp, and wet prairie. Enjoy walking trails among wildflowers, birds, and nearly 40 species of trees. Maple Syrup Days Festival and pancake breakfast is held the 3rd weekend in March. Maple Wood is perfect for public and school naturalist programs. Trails open daily. Nature Center hours: Wednesday 8-4 Saturday 9-5 Sunday 1-5.
Pumpkinvine Trail
A favorite trail for both locals and visitors is the Pumpkinvine Trail – a solid surface biking/walking trail connecting the towns of Elkhart, Goshen, Middlebury and Shipshewana. This well-maintained 17-mile trail weaves through the beautiful Northern Indiana countryside and offers stops along the way to sit in the shade, grab some lunch or ice cream, see Amish farms and check out attractions.
The Barn Quilt Trail
There’s no better way to experience the culture and history of rural Northern Indiana than by hitting the backroads and traveling the countryside. There, you’re likely to see some colorful wooden Barn Quilts adorning historic barns, family homesteads, and public spaces. They’re a remarkable combination of traditional art, history, and familial connection. As of 2024, there are 80+ Barn Quilts listed on the existing Off the Beaten Path Map, which can also be picked up at the Shipshewana Visitor’s Center. The map assists visitors in finding these one-of-a-kind historical art pieces, as well as a host of other fascinating stops.