Pokagon State Park is nestled on the shores of Lake James in Angola, Indiana. It spans 1,260 acres and offers a variety of outdoor activities, including boating, swimming, and fishing. The park is known for its natural beauty, created by the melting of glaciers 10,000 to 15,000 years ago. Visitors can enjoy hiking trails, cross-country skiing, and a refrigerated toboggan run during the winter months. The park's rich Native American heritage is acknowledged in its name and maintained through the Potawatomi Inn & Conference Center, which offers dining and lodging options.
The park has a diverse landscape of rolling wooded hills, wetlands, and open meadows, much of which was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps between 1934 and 1942. Activities like guided horseback rides and nature programs provide additional entertainment.
Steuben County, where the park is located, is renowned for having more lakes than any other county in Indiana, making Pokagon a picturesque destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.