Beach day, anyone? Sure, Indiana might technically be a landlocked state, but that doesn't mean we can't party it up on some of its most amazing beaches anyway! We've gone ahead and selected six of our picks for the best beaches in Indiana to which you'll want to plan an escape ASAP. What have you got to lose? Pack up your sunblock and giant hat, and head to these amazing little escapes right here in the Hoosier State that are sure to scratch that "beach day" itch.

1. Fairfax Beach, Lake Monroe

Lake Monroe is a major hub of activity during the summer. Hoosiers simply love this place, and for excellent reasons: It's clean, scenic, and perfect for a hot, sunny day. Fairfax Beach is a part of the beautiful town of Bloomington, and it's as beautiful as it is fun and refreshing. Visit on a weekday for a much less crowded experience. Lake Monroe is seriously just one of those lakes in Indiana you need to visit at least once.

Let's head to Fairfax Beach in Lake Monroe, IN for some fun in the sun at this wonderful beach in this video from Ronito Travel Vlog:

2. Potawatomi Inn Beach, Lake James

This beach is private and belongs to the fine fellows at Potawatomi Inn on Lake James. It's a delight for so many reasons: it's chilly all summer long, it's clean, and most of all, it is absolutely pristine. Potawatomi Inn is no slouch, either - it's one of the best places to stay in Indiana, even without the lake access!

3. Deam Lake State Recreation Beach, Deam Lake

The stunning Deam Lake State Recreation Area is a perfect escape for your inner outdoorsy self. The lake is 194 beautiful acres of sparkling, clear water, and this beach often feels like the real deal (well, because it is). Fun fact: Deam Lake was named after the first-ever state forester, Charles Deam. Talk about an amazing legacy!

Deam Lake State Recreation Area has a wonderful beach, camp sites, hiking trails, and fun places to explore. Check it out in this video from John Hynek:

4. West Beach, Indiana Dunes National Park

Absolutely no list of the best beaches in Indiana would be complete without at least a couple Lake Michigan beaches. Forty-five miles of Lake Michigan's coastline are in Indiana, and as a result, there are numerous excellent beaches well worth mentioning along the way. West Beach is one of them, filled to the brim with fun amenities, not to mention some of the most amazing views in the Hoosier State.

5. Washington Park Beach, Michigan City

Michigan City, Indiana, is outrageously scenic and feels much more like an east-coast destination than somewhere landlocked in the Midwest. It's another beach along Lake Michigan's shores, and to say it's "photogenic" is to make the understatement of the century. Best of all, perhaps, is that it's open year-round, and it's astonishingly beautiful year-round, too. Visit in the winter after a deep freeze, and get your mind blown.

6. Kemil Beach, Beverly Shores

Last on this list, but definitely far from least, is Kemil Beach, which is found in the amazing little dark-sky town of Beverly Shores. The town is as gorgeous as the beach, and you won't be able to dig your toes into the soft, warm sand deep enough. Enjoy amazing scenery that rivals the ocean in every way. This one isn't one you'll forget in this lifetime.

Kemil Beach in Beverly Shores Indiana has miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. Take a look at this peaceful stretch of the lake and shoreline in this video from Timeless Aerial Photography:

Which of these amazing beaches in Indiana are your favorites? If one of your go-to lakes in Indiana didn't make the list tell us about it in the comments, and you might just see it featured someday!