There are enough restrictions in everyday life. As an adult people can choose what they want to do. I am not saying that the entire casino needs to put up with smoke, however an indoor smoking section with slots would go a long way. I understand that smoking, drinking, and gambling are all not good habits but I am not going to the health club. Plus when I do this it forces me to leave the slot I am playing. However, I am not going to throw thousands of dollars away to be forced to find a remote outdoor smoking area. I am sure this was the main reason for them to start the no smoking policy. I am sure Covid impacted them like every other business. The Copper Rock was a great fine dining restaurant and the high limit slot room was fun! People could have a drink, smoke a cigarette or cigar, and gamble in an adult environment. The decor is still beautiful in the casino. The original hotel was smaller but beautiful. Like you were getting away without having to get on a plane and fly somewhere. When Four Winds in New Buffalo opened originally the best part about it was that it was close to home with enough space and freedom to feel like you were on a mini vacation. We enjoy gambling and there is a nice selection of slots. In fact, after jealously watching all the kayakers and paddle boarders enjoying the peaceful Galien River on this gorgeous day, I decided I'm going to come back prepared to cruise the river itself.Simply put I will not be back unless some changes are made. I'm so glad I followed the crowd and I will definitely stop on my next trip through the area. The lower path can be reached from the canopy path via the stairs or a switchback style path. I was buzzed by bright blue dragonflies and serenaded by throaty bullfrogs all along the way. From there I could see the lower path in the marsh area itself so I popped down the stairs and strolled to the end of that boardwalk overlooking the river. After a brief walk on a wooded path, you come out on a boardwalk built into the tree canopy above the marsh surrounding the Galien River. I decided I needed to check it out and I'm so glad I did. When I returned to my car preparing to continue my road trip I noticed that a lot of people were pulling in and heading into the woods. Anyway - I turned into the Galien River County Park and found what I needed.

So, I was driving up from Chicago and avoiding the interstate like I usually do and after drinking coffee all the way up, I was in search of.well, you can guess.

Running trail near four winds casino