Destination Profile
Amish Country and Elkhart County are easily accessible from Midwestern metropolitan areas via I-80/90, the Indiana Toll Road.
Major attractions for our region are within an hour’s drive of I-80/90, over paved, well-marked, scenic US and Indiana routes.
South Bend Regional Airport is less than 20 miles from Elkhart, Indiana and is served by several major airlines.
Train service from Chicago to Elkhart and Nappanee is provided by Amtrak.
The proximity of Lake Michigan tends to moderate the extremes of temperatures, making touring and sightseeing enjoyable all year long. Summer temperatures average 75º F. Winter temperatures average 25º F. Spring and Fall are generally considered the optimal seasons for outdoor activities.
Amish Country/Elkhart County remains on Eastern Standard time all year and does observe Daylight Savings Time.
