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Indiana Dunes State Park

1600 North 25 East
Chesterton, Indiana 46304

(219) 926-1952
www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2980.htm

The Indiana Dunes State Park consists of 2,182 acres of primitive, beautiful, historical, and amazingly unique Hoosier landscape. It lies in Porter County and includes more than three miles of Lake Michigan's south shore, all of which provides a magnificent beach. Eighteen hundred acres are wooded and contain the most diversified flora and fauna of the Midwest. Other areas made up of drifting sand hills, peculiar to the dunes region. A pavilion on the beach provides shelter, bathhouses and a complete snack bar during the summer season.  Visit the Nature Center for an introduction to the unique ecosystems of the Indiana Dunes and for scheduled interpretive programs.  The trails are also available for cross country skiing during the winter.  Please call 926-1952 for information about winter trail conditions. 

Swimming at the Indiana Dunes State Park

Swimming is permitted in designated area when lifeguard on duty. Bathhouse and beach open Saturday before Memorial Day and no later than Labor Day. Swimming permitted only when lifeguards are on duty. Clothing is required.

Camping at the Indiana Dunes State Park

Reservations are available for the 140 campsites (all with 50 amp electrical service) in its completely reconstructed campground. Two new modern restroom/showerhouses are heated to lengthen the comfortable camping season. A new shelter for programs has been added to the area. Online reservations are available at camp.IN.gov or toll free at 1-866-6CAMPIN (866-622-6746).

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On the Duneland calendar:
Tue • Mar 23, 2010 • Image Makers Photo Club
Sat • Apr 03, 2010 • Friends of Indiana Dunes Native Plant Sale
Tue • Apr 27, 2010 • Image Makers Photo Club
Tue • May 25, 2010 • Image Makers Photo Club
Tue • Jun 22, 2010 • Image Makers Photo Club
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Friends of Indiana Dunes Native Plant Sale (02/25/2010)

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Jen G.
About the only thing I miss about living in Virginia--or any state close to mountains--is the fact that there's really no good place for a weekend hike.... View Entire Review

Laura M.
This is the second beach I have visited so far in the Midwest. Lake Michigan is a beautiful lake (more like an ocean) with waves, rocks, and nice sand.... View Entire Review

Erin L.
They have made some stellar improvements over the past few years to the park - however this also lead to a $10 park entrance fee (out of state). Beautiful... View Entire Review

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