Indiana Dunes National Park
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Dune Succession Trail
West Beach Trail
Mount Baldy Trail
Cowles Bog Trail
Old Lighthouse Trail
Lake Michigan Shoreline: Over 15 miles of pristine shoreline perfect for swimming, picnicking, and birdwatching.
West Beach: A popular beach area with access to trails, wildlife viewing, and a great spot to relax by the lake.
Dune Ridge Trail: A scenic trail through the park’s diverse landscape of dunes, forests, and wetlands, offering views of Lake Michigan.
Cowles Bog: A designated wetland area providing excellent birdwatching and a tranquil escape with unique ecosystems.
Hiking – Trails through dunes, forests, and wetlands, including the 3 Dune Challenge.
Beachcombing & Swimming – Over 15 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline.
Birdwatching – A major stopover for migratory birds.
Camping – Dunewood Campground provides access to park trails.
Fishing – Shoreline fishing for steelhead, salmon, and bass.
Dunewood Campground – The park’s only developed campground, offering 66 sites with restrooms and a short drive to the beach.
Backcountry Camping – Not allowed within the national park, but nearby state parks offer additional camping options.