Go southeast on US 12 (Industrial Drive turns into 4th Ave). Bear right onto Chase St, then bear left onto US 20 (5th Ave). Turn left onto IN-53 (Broadway). Turn right on ramp to I90 East (Indiana East-West). Portions toll. Take I90 E to Exit 23 (Willowcreek Rd) and turn left on Willowcreek road. Turn right onto Ameriplex Drive and then turn right onto Olmsted Drive.
Start out going West on County Road 100 N (Murvihill Rd) toward Industrial Drive. Turn left onto Industrial Drive. Turn right onto Us-30 west. Merge onto IN-49 N toward IN-2 E Valparaiso/Cheston. Merge onto I 94 West. Take the IN-249 Exit which is Exit 19 toward Port of Indiana/Portage. Turn left on Crisman Road/IN-249. Turn Right on Ameriplex Drive and then right on Olmsted Drive.
Take Cicero Ave to I-55 N/Stevenson Expy N. Merge onto Dan Ryan Expy/I-90 E/I-94 E via Exit 292B toward Indiana. Take Dan Ryan Exp E/I-90 Exp E/I-94 Exp E toward 51st St. Merge onto I-90 E toward Exit 59A/Indiana Toll Road (Portions Toll). Merge onto I-94 E via Exit 21 toward Detroit. Take the IN-249 Exit -Exit 19- toward Port of Indiana/Portage. Turn left on Crisman Road/IN-249. Turn right on Ameriplex Drive and then right on Olmsted Drive.
Take I-190 East toward Chicago Loop. I-190 E becomes I-90 E. Take Dan Ryan Exp E/I-90 Exp E/I-94 Exp E toward 51st Street. Merge onto I-90 E toward Exit 59A/Indiana Toll Road (Portions toll). Merge onto I-94 E via Exit 21 toward Detroit. Take the IN-249 Exit -Exit 19- toward the Port of Indiana/Portage. Turn left on Crisman Road/IN-249. Turn right on Ameriplex Drive and then right on Olmsted Drive.
I80/90 Tollroad via ramp on L, US31 BYP exit 72 towards Niles/South Bend/Plymouth/Airport, merge onto US31 S St Joseph Valley Parkway via exit on the left toward South Bend/Plymouth/South Bend Regional Airport, take exit toward South Bend/Airport, merge onto Lincoln Way West, turn left on Airport Blvd, turn right onto Progress Drive.
Portage, IN Attractions
Anderson's Vineyard and Winery
— Winner of state, Midwest and national winemaking competitions, this family owned vineyard offers free wine tasting, 16 different wines, a country market, gift items, homemade baked goods, tours and banquets. Phone-219-464-4936
Bailey Homestead
— A 1/4 mile walk takes you back in time to the home of one of the first European settlers in this area.
Bass Pro Shop
— The world's leading supplier of premium outdoor gear is just a short walk away from the hotel. They have men, women and children's clothing, country market, gift items and a wonderful restaurant on the premises.
Blast Camp Paintball Field
— www.blastcamp.com Opponents tag each other with paintballs propelled by airpowered marking guns. There are trained referees for all games. Equipment rental and group rates available.
Chellberg Farm
— Wander through a turn-of-the-century farm and enjoy our farm animals, or walk through the nearby hardwood forest.
City Center
— City Center
CMS Marine
— Powerboat rentals for sightseeing, fishing, picnicking or family fun on Lake Michigan. For reservations call-219-763-7308
Imagination Glen
— Imagination Glen Park has to offer heavily wooded areas, picnic grounds & shelters, soccer & softball complex, steel wheels BMX track, mountain bike trails, playground and fishing along Salt Creek.
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
— Comprised of the Visitors Center, information desk, Bailly Homestead, Chellberg Farm, Dunewood Campground, and much more.
Indiana Dunes State Park
— Features bathhouse/pavilion, picnic areas and shelters. The Park offers three miles of beach, 16.5 miles of trails and Mt. Tom, the tallest dune at 192 feet.
Inmans Recreation Center
— Activities for the whole family. Inmans offers bowling, billiards, miniature go-karts, bumper boats, basketball, beach volleyball, arcade, lazer tag, outdoor pavilion, saloon and banquet center.
Navy Pier
— Chicago's #1 destination for travelers offers multiple dining options, boat cruises, shopping, games, musical entertainment and an IMAX Theater.
Notre Dame
— Home of the Fighting Irish
Paul H Douglas Center for Environmental
— An Environmental learning center. Open to scheduled groups Monday - Saturday. Open Sunday, Family Day, 2-4 p.m. Hiking trails take you through the Black Oak Savannah of Miller Woods.
Splash Down Dunes Water Park
— Splash Down Dunes is Northwest Indianas premier water park, offering a full day of fun for the entire family. On the shores of Lake Michigan and just one mile from Indiana Dunes State Park.
Valparaiso University
— Founded in 1859, this 310-acre campus is home to nearly 4,000 students. They pursue majors in more than 70 fields of study in five colleges. Valpo also has a Graduate Division and a highly reputable Law School. Phone-219-464-5230 www.valpo.edu
West Beach
— Four miles of beach, a modern bathhouse, nature study activities, picnic area, duneland grass prairie, Long Lake and 3.5 miles of hiking trails. A parking fee is charged in the summer.
Woodland Park
— Woodland Park has to offer a large playground, BMX race track, skate park and community center with available banquet facilities.
Yellow Brick Road Gift Shop
— Wizard of Oz Memorabilia and collectables. Home of the Wizard of Oz Museum for a minimal fee.
Zao Island
— Zao offers two 18-hole miniature golf courses, batting cages,go-karts, bumper cars, lighted driving range, super slide, live alligators, indoor arcade, snack shop and prize redemption center. Open all year round.
