Indiana Dunes National Park
Porter, IN 46304
Hours open
Monday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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About the Business
Indiana Dunes National Park, located in Porter, Indiana, United States, is a breathtaking park and tourist attraction that showcases the beauty of Lake Michigan's influence on the landscape. With 15 miles of Indiana coast, the park features a diverse range of habitats including sand dunes, woodlands, prairies, and wetlands. Over 50 miles of trails offer opportunities for exploration and discovery, with striking plant and bird diversity to be found throughout the park's 15,000 acres.
One of the highlights of the park is the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival, which celebrates the area's rich biodiversity and bird-watching opportunities along the shores of Lake Michigan. For those looking for a challenge, there are 19 hikes totaling 66 miles to conquer, including the chance to learn about Diana of the Dunes while exploring the rolling landscape at West Beach.
Visitors are encouraged to be mindful of the ever-changing weather conditions at the beach and to use caution while enjoying the park. Each season offers a unique experience at Indiana Dunes National Park, with video presentations and live-action tours available to enhance your visit. The Dunes Learning Center also offers new activities for visitors to enjoy and learn from.
If you are inspired by the beauty and importance of Indiana Dunes National Park, consider making a donation to support its preservation and conservation efforts. Come and experience the magic of the dunes for yourself at this remarkable institution.
Reviews
"It’s my first hike along Lake Michigan. It’s beautiful and you can see Chicago in the distance. There are also come challenging dune hikes for those who are up to it!"
"Awesome lakefront park and beach! Porter beach area (south) had lots of parking, restrooms, and a grille and vending area. Line to enter can get long! The Beverly Shores beach area (north) has less parking and amenities, perhaps less busy. Both are dog friendly."
"First time being there and I didn’t get to explore entire location but we were at the beach facing side, hiking. Friends had dogs and they loved it. Has lots of beautiful spots to experience. We went in November and it was not too cold. There are restrooms available."
"Very busy place but fantastic! Multiple places to stop and see beautiful scenery. Lots of hiking trails with varying difficulties, along with handicapped accessible ones. Expect crowds and the visitor center (and gift shop) and West Beach, but once outside, there's room to spread out and relax! Staff is very well trained and knowledgeable...a must see!"
"Beautiful park with plenty to explore on a long weekend! The beaches are nice and well maintained. We enjoyed driving around Beverly Shores and seeing the Century of Progress homes. We hope to come back and observe the night sky next time."
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