Trine State Recreation Area

Trine State Recreation Area, adjacent to Pokagon State Park, has kayaks, paddle boats and fishing boats with electric motors for rent.  Trine State Recreation Area, adjacent to Pokagon State Park, provides nearly 200 acres of rolling, wooded hills, open meadows, unique wetlands and a kettle lake.

Fish for bass, bluegill, perch and the rare cisco from either the fishing pier or a rented fishing boat with an electric motor. Paddleboats and kayaks are also available to explore the 23-acre Gentian Lake. There are three trails at Trine State Recreation Area. The Rolling Oaks Trail, a 2.5 mile trail of moderate difficulty, runs from the parking area north of the Wild Turkey Shelter and loops through woodlands, along wetlands and over open meadows. The multi-use trail is great for hikers and bikers. The Gentian Lake Trail, a quarter-mile moderate trail, runs from the Swenson Lodge to the lakeshore. The bike trail connects the main gatehouse at Feather Valley Road with the welcome center and is a quarter-mile paved trail.

Trine has six, four and two-person cabins available. All cabins include basic kitchen appliances plus a screened in porch with a table and chairs. Bedding, linens, and television are not provided. Bedding and towels are available at the welcome center for an extra fee. The admission fee is $7 per Indiana car and $9 per out-of-state car. Admission is free with paid entry into Pokagon State Park. Call (260) 833-2012 for information.