Indiana Dunes

More than just a pretty place. Stunning scenery, tight-knit communities, and thousands of acres of adventure-filled wilderness. Home of the 61st national park.

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@SmithsonianMag We don't have giant redwoods or geysers, but we are a park with incredible biodiversity. With 1960 (known) species, we have only five fewer than Yosemite! The park shines when you go beyond the beach and look closer at the small things.

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Stroll around art inspired by the Indiana Dunes. Join the Third Friday Artists’ Reception for the “Site/Sight” exhibition at the Chesterton Art Center on July 17 from 4–7 PM and explore works from the Indiana Dunes National Park Artist-in-Residence collection. 🖼️👀

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Want the inside scoop?

Ranger Matt has a simple tip: check out our Locals Love blogs. They're packed with favorite spots, hidden gems, and places locals can't stop talking about.

(The locals have spoken. We took notes.)

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How can you show that you love the Indiana Dunes like you mean it? Ranger Matt has your answer! 💚🌿

Learn how to love the dunes at: https://t.co/riY8PnJKWz

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’Tis the season to get outside! Check out these locals-approved al fresco dining spots and savor the sunshine. 🍽️☀️

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Warmer weather brings the wetlands to life. Welcome orchids, carnivorous plants, and so much more. 🌿

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Truly the royalty of the butterfly family, monarchs stop through the Dunes each year on their journey north. Help these endangered beauties thrive: plant some milkweed and grow your own butterfly haven. 🦋👑
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The Great Marsh Trail packs 1.2 miles with wonder. Birds, blooms, and wildlife all call this wetland home. 🐦🌾
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Sustainable travel isn’t just a buzzword term, it’s a way to have a high-impact visit with a low-impact footprint. Here’s how. 🌎♻️
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Knock knock knock—come in! When red-headed woodpeckers start drumming, you know spring has sprung. 🐦🌳

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No, you can't take the sand. 😄

But Ranger Matt shares the one thing you should take home from your visit to the dunes. 📸👣

Looking for the best places to capture dune views? Check out our guide to the top scenic overlooks: https://t.co/ucuXMVPdk0

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Happy trails to you, and you, and you! Here are 15 trails to check out, with something on the list for everyone. 🥾

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Indiana Dunes Lovers, this one's for you!

New additions to our Love & Protect collection are here just in time for your summer adventures.

Stop by Beaches & Beyond today at the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center to shop our new styles.

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Be a star with the Indiana Dunes Volunteer Drop-In Program and help keep this natural treasure clean and protected. ⭐🧹
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Make this Memorial Day even more memorable. There are so many local spots to visit, from museums to shopping to unique dining. Time to go explore! 🇺🇸🛍️
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We are proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible organization, Humane Indiana Wildlife!

Humane Indiana Wildlife provides care for injured or orphaned wild animals in need of a second chance. Through ambassador animals, they offer community education.

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May is the perfect time to visit the Indiana Dunes. Not too hot, not too crowded, and full of springtime charm. Plan a picnic using our guide to the best spots in the dunes. 🧺🌼

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Duck! Look out, because now is the peak season to go birding at the Indiana Dunes. You never know what you’ll spot, so grab your binoculars and go. 🦆🔭

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Birding works up an appetite.

If you're in town for the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival, we've rounded up a few great places to eat between outings.

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Heading to the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival this week?

Between spotting warblers and shorebirds, explore the area's local wineries and breweries and small-town shops.

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Although the namesake herons no longer nest here, the Heron Rookery Trail is still home to a dazzling display of natural wonders. Spring is the time to visit for peak wildflowers. 🌿✨
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