Wabash, Indiana Travel Guide
Introducing Wabash, Indiana! Wabash is in north-central Indiana and home to about 10,000 residents. Located near several cities including South Bend, Indiana (1hr 30min, 80 miles), Indianapolis, Indiana (1hr 40min, 80 miles), and Chicago, Illinois (2hr 40min, 153 miles), making it a great getaway from the crowds. Wabash is surrounded with natural beauty and features several parks and trails for visitors to enjoy. The Honeywell Center downtown features many nationwide touring acts and is a popular spot for some entertainment. Chili fan? Read more to learn about the largest chili cook off east of the Mississippi! Take a break from city life and enjoy all that Wabash has to offer!
Wabash has plenty of outdoor recreation for guests. Wabash River Trail is a 7-mile trail that follows the Wabash River. Visitors can walk or bike the 7 miles to the neighboring town of Lagro, Indiana. Take a stroll around Charley Creek Gardens or Paradise Spring Historical Park. For hiking, head to Hathaway Reserve at Ross Run or Hanging Rock National Natural Landmark to see a view of the Wabash River from the huge limestone cliff. If performing arts is your thing, grab tickets to a show at the Honeywell Center or Eagles Theatre for a more intimate experience.
There is lots of food to try in Wabash! Grab coffee in the morning at Modoc’s Market, an elephant-themed coffee shop, then get breakfast at Braves Breakfast and Grill. For lunch, heat to Eugenia’s Restaurant for their pasta bar or Harry’s Old Kettle Pub and Grill for pub food. For dinner, try Twenty in Charley Creek Inn for fine dining or Market Street Grill to try their drunk-in chicken.
Looking to stay in Wabash? Book a room downtown in Charley Creek Inn, a boutique hotel located near the Honeywell Center. For a traditional hotel experience, book in nearby Holiday Inn Express or Hampton Inn. Want a whole place to yourself? Consider a Vrbo. Here are some of our favorites: Modern Home for 7 and Downtown Cottage for 6.
Want to visit Wabash but not sure when? Why not come for the largest chili cook off east of the Mississippi? For just $5, you can sample every chili at The Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Cook Off. Whatever you’re into, Wabash, Indiana has something worth seeing. We hope this travel guide gives you a glimpse into life in Wabash that can inspire a future visit.
Happy Travels!
The Modern Travel Guide
