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New Buffalo

Michigan

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7 Easy Day Trips by Train From Major U.S. Cities

New Buffalo is a hidden gem just 70 miles from downtown Chicago via Amtrak's Wolverine and Blue Water trains

While it might be across state lines, this charming Midwestern town along the south shore of Lake Michigan takes just about an hour to reach from the Windy City. Once there, visitors can take advantage of a dune-backed beach perfect for watersports; a healthy offering of boutiques, mom-and-pop candy shops, and art galleries; a massive casino with 130,000 square feet of slot machines; numerous award-winning breweries; and an official wine-tasting trail. In fact, the lakefront region surrounding New Buffalo is home to 40% of Michigan's wine grape production.

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