How long is Indiana Dunes (3 Dune Challenge)?

1.5 miles, loop, with about 550 feet of elevation gain — roughly 47 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Indiana Dunes (3 Dune Challenge)?

It's rated Hard. three steep dunes over Lake Michigan

Where is Indiana Dunes (3 Dune Challenge)?

Indiana Dunes (3 Dune Challenge) is in Indiana. three steep dunes over Lake Michigan

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Indiana Dunes (3 Dune Challenge)

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Distance1.5 mi

Est. time~47 min

Elevation gain↗ 550 ft

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Indiana Dunes (3 Dune Challenge) is a hard 1.5-mile loop hike in Indiana with about 550 ft of elevation gain. three steep dunes over Lake Michigan.

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