Porter County Lakes and Resorts

by Larry G. Eggleston

Overview

The history of Porter County goes back several centuries. The area now known as Porter County was first inhabited by several Indian tribes, primarily the Potawatomi.

With the formation of the state of Indiana and the establishment of Porter County, the area grew rapidly. The natural beauty of Porter County and its scenic freshwater lakes attracted developers who erected several summer resorts around the lake area. Access to these resorts was enhanced by the construction of the interurban electric railroad, which offered visitors easy access to the area's offerings.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780738532776
Publisher:	Arcadia Publishing SC
Publication date:	06/02/2004
Series:	Images of America Series
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.31(d)

About the Author

In this publication, author Larry Eggleston traces the early history of Porter County beginning with the first settlers, the development of Porter County lakes and resorts, the influence of the interurban railroad, and the associated legends and mysteries of the area. The book covers the lakes and resorts from Lake Michigan to the Kankakee River. Mr. Eggleston, a native of Porter County, is a graduate of Valparaiso High School and Indiana University.