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The local guide

Everything worth doing.Within 20 minutes.

Editors' picks across 8categories — the dock with the deepest channel, the winery with the view, the restaurant with the right wine list, the trail nobody's on at sunrise.

The table

Restaurants

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Lakeview
Tilton Hilton

A lakeside bar and grill on Township Road 293 known for giant burgers and its famously slanted floors — hearty American food, outdoor seating, and the laid-back atmosphere that defines Indian Lake's dining scene.

Huntsville
Cranberry Resort — Waterfront Bar & Grille

One of the oldest restaurants on Indian Lake, built in 1947 on State Route 368 in Huntsville and extensively remodeled in 2006 — indoor dining plus a large outdoor patio right on the water.

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Lakeview
Buckeye at the Lake

A pet-friendly pizza, wings, and pasta spot on State Route 235 with daily specials and live entertainment — hours shift seasonally, closed most Sundays.

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The water

Boat launches

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Lakeview
Blackhawk Marina

A state park marina on the lake's west side — a two-lane launch ramp, 206 seasonal docks, and courtesy tie-ups along the seawall for a quick stop.

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Russells Point
Chippewa Marina

The state park marina on the lake's north side — a two-lane launch ramp and 162 seasonal docks, with a sand volleyball court and cornhole at the adjacent playground.

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Iconic stops

Iconic stops

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Russells Point
Old Field Beach

One of the lake's two public swim beaches, off Orchard Island Road near Russells Point — restrooms, picnic tables and grills, a fully-inclusive playground, and shaded areas around the sand.