Indiana Dunes Country Trip Ideas

We’ve put together some trip ideas to help you experience Indiana Dunes Country to the fullest. There’s a lot to see and do here. From a hike through our serene countryside to relaxing by the uninterrupted Lake Michigan shoreline, and everything in between.

Dunes from the Air Itinerary Experience the Indiana Dunes from a totally different perspective! See the dunes from the air, plus relax with your toes in the sand during this unique Indiana Dunes Country weekend. Download Itineraries (PDF 806KB)	The Dunes Region Itineraries Beyond the Beach Discovery Trail entices you beyond Indiana's beautiful Lake Michigan beaches to some of the world’s largest lakeshore dunes. Hike, bike, climb, jump, stroll, or otherwise enjoy the amazing Dunes Region just beyond the beach. Download Itineraries (PDF 282KB)
The Moraine Region Itineraries While glaciers shaped Indiana Dunes Country, the moraine showcases their phenomenal earth moving power. Explore amazing natural sites in the moraine, but make time to grab a show, tour the arboretum, or visit the Bison farm - all in the Moraine Region of the Beyond the Beach Discovery Trail. Download Itineraries (PDF 94KB)	The Kankakee Region Itineraries As the glaciers melted 16,000 years ago, the moraines north of the Kankakee trapped the melting water. When meltwaters overtopped the moraines, the Kankakee River was born. Drop your canoe or kayak into the River, birdwatch, fish, or just meander along the River's edge in the Kankakee Region of the Beyond the Beach Discovery Trail. Download Itineraries (PDF 111KB)

Other Trip Ideas

Need more inspiration? Browse a collection of our other trip ideas to assist in planning your getaway to Indiana Dunes Country.

Beyond the Beach Discovery Trail

Visit Beyond the Beach Discovery Trail for more great itinerary ideas! Step beyond the beach, and you’ll enter a landscape of rolling dunes, oak barrens, native prairie, and wetlands.

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