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Indiana Dunes State Park 'Chicago' © Michael E. Ruby
Chicago in the distance
USA Parks
Indiana
Northern Region
Indiana Dunes State Park
INDIANA DUNES STATE PARK
INDIANA DUNES STATE PARK
1600 North 25 E.
Chesterton, Indiana   46304

Phone: 219-926-1952
Toll Free: 800-457-8283
Reservations: 866-622-6746
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'Chicago'
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Chicago in the distance
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'The Stream'
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A stream feeding into Lake Michigan.
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'The Beach 2'
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Also near the beach house.
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'Waves'
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The sun lights the waves coming to the shore
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'A foggy morning.'
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Some of the distant fog remains.
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'The Beach'
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This is next to beach house where they have restrooms and a food vendor during the summer.
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'White Caps'
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Waves coming in on a windy morning.
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'A Moment of Solitude'
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Enjoying the view.
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'Sea Gull'
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Sea gull looking for hand outs.
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'Lake Michigan'
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Southern tip of Lake Michigan at the Indiana Dunes State Park.
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'From the Dunes'
© MM Photography New Haven, Indiana
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'Lifes a Beach'
© MM Photography New Haven, Indiana
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'Beach Looking East'
© MM Photography New Haven, Indiana
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'Looking SW at the beach'
© MM Photography New Haven, Indiana
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'Indiana Dunes shore'
© Michael E. Ruby rube101comcast.net
Waves coming into shore
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'Waves'
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Waves coming ashore.
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'Autumn Colors '
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Autumn colors are starting to show.
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'Shore'
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Shore line at Indiana Dunes
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'Gull'
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Sea gull on the beach
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'Ship'
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A ship on Lake Michigan
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'Sand Carving'
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Sand carving made by the waves.
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'A Stream'
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Another view of the stream feeding into Lake Michigan.
Let's head for the beach! You'll love the sights and sounds of the three miles of shoreline along Lake Michigan. A beautiful nature center offers details of the history of the dunes area and a variety of special programming year-round. The sand dunes will astound you, as will the vast variety of desert plants, giant wood ferns and white pines.
FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES OVERVIEW
Day-UseFishingyes
 Hiking Trailyes
 Picnickingyes
 Picnic Sheltersyes
 Swimming Beach, feetGreat Lake
 Bike Trailsyes
 Nature Centeryes
 Nature Programsyes
CampingPrimativeyes
 Electric Sites, #286
 Flush Toiletsyes
 Dumpstationyes
 Showersyes
 Camp Commissaryyes
 Youth Group Campyes
WinterCross-Country Skiingyes
 Activitiesyes
Camping
We are now taking reservations 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.

* Electric - 140 (all 50 amp service) * Youth Tent Area
Area Accommodations
Baymont Inn Suites - Dowagiac, MI
Business Meetings
The Baymont Inn and Suites of is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service and quality amenities at an affordable price. With several fine dining restaurants nearby, you won't go hungry We are minutes away from Historic Downtown Dowagiac, Sister Lakes, and several premier golf courses.
Suburban Extended Stay Hotel - South Bend, IN
Hotels/Motels
The newly built Suburban Extended Stay Hotel provides easy access to a number of local points of interest. This extended stay hotel offers features and amenities like Well-equipped kitchens, Weekly housekeeping services, Free premium cable television with movie channels,On-site guest laundry facilities, Free wireless high-speed Internet access, Free local calls. Guests can also enjoy the indoor pool and fitness center. Give us a visit on the website or call us for reservations.
Quality Inn Suites - Columbia City, IN
Business Meetings
We provide easy access to area attractions and businesses. Only minutes from the Fort Wayne International Airport, Chain O' Lakes State Park and the Wagon Wheel Theatre. Children of all ages will enjoy having fun at nearby Paige's Crossing family entertainment park. Free wireless high-speed Internet.
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* Nature Center/Interpretive Naturalist Services (hours : 9:30am - 4:30pm local time) * Picnicking/Shelters (Shelter Reservations) * Access to Calumet Trail (9 miles of hiking) * Cross-country Skiing (trails available, no ski rental) * Fishing (Smelt Only) * Hiking Trails * Swimming / Beach (Policy)
Park Visitor Online Reviews
September 28 beach fun by bear
awsome park
October 22 Great trails and beach by KLeonard
Large beach with large, brick, public bathhouse that includes consessions in the summer season. The trails behind the sand dunes (150 feet elevation) are spectacular. Lots of wildlife and a huge assortment of plants and trees. The trails are mainly hard packed sand for easy hiking, but watch out for the tree roots.
May 3 Fun Place to go Lots to Do
We used to camp here every summer as kids would stay max time & do the Nature Center Walks & programs- Bike, Swim, Hike, & it kept us entertained all summer. Most sites then were pretty shaded so kept it a little cooler than beach not sure how it is now

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