Indiana Dunes National Park
Lake Michigan dunes & beaches
Indiana Dunes lines the southern shore of Lake Michigan with big sandy dunes, swimming beaches, and a surprising diversity of habitats — all within sight of the Chicago skyline. Summer for the beach, fall for quiet trails.
What to see
The top things to see in Indiana Dunes are West Beach & the Dune Succession Trail, Mount Baldy, 3 Dune Challenge, Pinhook Bog. Start with the view from mount baldy if you only have one anchor, then use the rest of the list to shape a half-day or full-day route.
- West Beach & the Dune Succession Trail
- Mount Baldy
- 3 Dune Challenge
- Pinhook Bog
- Lakefront beaches
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