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Gray Goose Inn Chesterton
Charming English country inn in Chesterton β closest upscale lodging to the park, excellent breakfast, beautiful gardens
Read reviews on TripAdvisor βHilton Garden Inn Chesterton
Modern Hilton near the park β pool, free breakfast option, clean rooms. Best mid-range near Indiana Dunes
Read reviews on TripAdvisor βHoliday Inn Express Michigan City
Reliable hotel in Michigan City β free breakfast, pool, convenient for eastern park access and Washington Park beach
Read reviews on TripAdvisor βDuneland Beach Inn
Charming B&B in Miller Beach β closest to the western end of the park, cozy atmosphere, excellent breakfast
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Area map β recommended towns to stay near Indiana Dunes National Park
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π Drive Times to Park Entrances
| Stay Area | Nearest Entrance | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterton, IN | West Beach | 3 mi | 5 min |
| Michigan City, IN | East Entrance (Mount Baldy) | 8 mi | 12 min |
| Portage, IN | Portage Lakefront | 10 mi | 15 min |
| Chicago, IL | West Beach | 55 mi | 1h (train available) |
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About Indiana Dunes National Park
Indiana Dunes National Park stretches 15 miles along the southern shore of Lake Michigan. The park contains towering sand dunes β some over 200 feet β along with marshes, swamps, bogs, and prairies. It became a national park in 2019 and is one of the most accessible parks from a major metropolitan area (Chicago is 50 miles west).
Top Highlights
- βMount Baldy β tallest dune at 126 ft, guided tours only (it can swallow visitors!)
- βTrail 9 at West Beach β 4.5 miles of diverse ecosystems from beach to forest
- βDunbar Beach β wide sandy beach with Lake Michigan swimming
- βCowles Bog Trail β rare bog ecosystem with carnivorous plants
- βThree Dunes Challenge β ambitious 1.5-mile climb over three major dunes
- βSunset at Lake Michigan β spectacular views from the beach
Best Time to Visit
June through September for beach and swimming. Fall (September-October) for smaller crowds and beautiful foliage on the dunes. Winter is quiet with dramatic frozen dune scenery.
π‘ Insider Tip
Accessible by South Shore train from Chicago β no car needed! Chesterton and Portage have nearby hotels. This is often called the most biologically diverse national park β incredible variety of ecosystems in a small area.
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