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Outdoor Recreation

Water Recreation

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Comprising the Sister Lakes are these six lakes, ranging in size from 91 to 528 acres:

Big Crooked Lake
Little Crooked Lake
Cable Lake
Magician Lake
Dewey Lake
Round Lake

Four smaller lakes, ranging in size from 36 to 506 acres, are located just outside of what is traditionally known as Sister Lakes:

Indian Lake
Pipestone Lake
Keeler Lake
Priest Lake

 

 

Golfing

Southwestern Michigan's finest golf courses, with picturesque and rolling terrain, await the active sportsman.  Whether you want to practice your swing, or book a group outing, we're pleased to recommend our Chamber member golf courses, including the Dowagiac Elks Golf Course and Indian Lake Hills Golf Course. 

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Winter Recreation

Winter enthusiasts enjoy some of best trails in the area for snowmobiling, located to the west of Dowagiac, traveling from Niles north to neighboring Indian and Sister lakes. Click here for a map of the snomobile trails in the area.

Latest News from your Chamber

  • May 7th, 2025

    2025 Dowagiac Walking Challenge

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    The Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce and the City of Dowagiac have partnered to create the second Dowagiac Walking Challenge. The free 2025 challenge consists of completing seven designated walks in and around Dowagiac between May 26 and December 1, 2025.

    Registered participants who complete all seven walks will receive a 2025 Dowagiac Walking Challenge Patch.

    Registration is free and can be done by clicking the registration link below,  Detailed information on the designated walks and information on how to receive your free patch upon completion will be shared once registered.  

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  • February 17th, 2025

    Escalate! Business Workshops

    The Dowagiac Chamber of  Commerce invites business owners to attend professional development workshops in partnership with the Women's Business Center.  Whether you’re a new business owner or looking to improve an established business,

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