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Crown-Point
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
6.0
•
Community
3.5
•
Safeguard
6.1/10
Crown Point, Indiana is a city located in Lake County, in the northwest part of the state. The climate in the area is typical of the Midwest, with hot summers and cold winters. The hydrology in the area is heavily influenced by Lake Michigan, which is located just a few miles to the north. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Crown Point include hiking and biking in the nearby Indiana Dunes National Park, as well as fishing and boating on Cedar Lake and Lake Michigan. The city also offers several parks and nature preserves for residents and visitors to enjoy, including the Lemon Lake County Park and the Lake County Fairgrounds.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.8
Crown-Point receives approximately
987mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Crown-Point has a plant hardyness factor of
5, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Southwestern Lake Michigan
Area Rivers
Southwestern Lake Michigan
Snowpack Depths
Southwestern Lake Michigan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southwestern Lake Michigan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.0
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sullivan County Park | 450 | 520 ft | |||
| Greene - Sullivan State Forest | None | 521 ft | |||
| Pike State Forest | 25 | 520 ft | |||
| Lincoln Trail | None | 412 ft | |||
| Kimmell City Park | 10 | 415 ft | |||
| Prides Creek Co Park | None | 485 ft | |||
| Ouabache Trails County Park | 45 | 446 ft | |||
| Sunset City Park | None | 548 ft | |||
| Res 26 - Greene - Sullivan State Forest | 25 | 498 ft | |||
| Lynnville Park | 70 | 465 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 3.5
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.