Cedar Lake
Lakeside living at its finest
Cedar Lake is the largest natural lake in Northwest Indiana at approximately 800 acres. It's a boating, fishing, and summer-beach community with that vacation-home feel year round.
- Town
- Cedar Lake
- Population
- ~12,000
- Founded
- 1853
- Vibe
- Lake life, boating community, summer energy
What makes Cedar Lake worth knowing
Cedar Lake
The largest natural lake in Northwest Indiana at ~800 acres. Popular for boating, fishing (bass, bluegill, catfish, walleye), swimming, and waterfront living.
Steamer Dewey
A 1915 steamboat offering scenic rides on Cedar Lake — operated by the Cedar Lake Historical Association. A genuine piece of living history.
Monon Park Dancing Pavilion
A historic lakeside dancing pavilion that hosts events and captures the nostalgia of the lake's resort-era heyday.
Cedar Lake Historical Association Museum
Local history museum celebrating the lake community's rich past as a summer resort destination.
Cedar Creek Family Golf Center
A family-friendly golf facility right in the community.
What makes Cedar Lake a great place to call home
Lakeside living on the largest natural lake in Northwest Indiana at approximately 800 acres
Boating, fishing, swimming, and a summer beach community atmosphere with a vacation-home feel year round
Tight-knit community with historic attractions like the Steamer Dewey and Monon Park Dancing Pavilion
Parks and outdoor spaces in Cedar Lake
Cedar Lake offers several parks and green spaces for outdoor recreation. The lake itself is the main attraction: approximately 800 acres popular for boating, fishing (bass, bluegill, catfish, walleye), swimming, and waterfront living. Monon Park is a historic lakeside park with a dancing pavilion. The public beaches provide swimming access during the summer season. Cedar Creek Family Golf Center is a family-friendly golf facility right in the community.
Getting around Cedar Lake
Cedar Lake is located near US-41 with access to I-65. It is approximately 45 miles from downtown Chicago, about a 60 minute drive depending on traffic. The town is about 15 minutes from Crown Point and Schererville for additional shopping and dining options.
Schools in Cedar Lake
Cedar Lake is served by the Hanover Community School Corporation. Contact the school district for the most current information on school ratings and programs.
What's on the calendar in Cedar Lake
Buying in Cedar Lake
Cedar Lake offers a unique lifestyle in Lake County — actual lakefront living in Indiana. Properties range from modest cottages to larger waterfront homes, with lake access being the primary value driver. The community has strong seasonal energy with summer being peak season, but year-round residents enjoy a quieter, tight-knit atmosphere. Proximity to Crown Point and Schererville provides shopping and dining access while keeping that lakeside escape feeling.
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Frequently asked questions about Cedar Lake
Is Cedar Lake a good place to live?
Cedar Lake is one of the most sought-after communities in Lake County, Indiana. It offers lakeside living on the largest natural lake in Northwest Indiana, with boating, fishing, and a summer beach community atmosphere.
What schools are in Cedar Lake?
Contact the local school district for the most current information on schools in Cedar Lake.
How far is Cedar Lake from Chicago?
Cedar Lake, Indiana is approximately 45 miles from downtown Chicago, about a 60 minute drive depending on traffic.
What is there to do in Cedar Lake?
Cedar Lake offers parks, local dining, and community events throughout the year. Highlights include the lake itself for boating and fishing, the Steamer Dewey historic boat, Monon Park Dancing Pavilion, and the public beaches.
Is Cedar Lake family-friendly?
Yes. Cedar Lake is known for its lakefront lifestyle, family-friendly beaches, and year-round community events.