Discover the Indiana Dunes

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We’re more than just a pretty place. We’re thousands of years of indigenous culture. A home away from home for centuries of European immigrants. An emblem of pioneering spirit and a seat of industrial innovation. We’ve been shaped by glaciers and defined by our dunes, but what you’ll find here on the south shore of Lake Michigan is beyond anything you could imagine. Stunning scenery, tight-knit communities, and thousands of acres of adventure-filled wilderness. You may not know this version of the Indiana Dunes, but you will soon.

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With an unparalleled position along 15 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, 50 miles of rugged trails, and a diverse ecosystem of dunes, wetlands, prairies, and old-growth forest, Indiana Dunes…

Serving up adventure since 1925. With over 2,000 acres of stunning terrain to explore, discover our Hoosier landscape from beaches and sand dunes to wetlands and ancient forests.

You’ll find adventure and history intertwined in 15,000 acres of diverse national park terrain, acclaimed entertainment venues, beloved buildings, curated experiences, and a long list of local…

The best way to visit like a local, is to learn from a local. Our Visitor Center staff is ready to help you choose everything from hiking trails to coffee shops to accommodations.

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Festivals & Events

Valparaiso Popcorn Fest

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Calling all popcorn lovers! Mark your calendars, and be sure to pop on over to Valparaiso for the annual Popcorn Festival held each September. Recently celebrating its 45th year, the festival…

Uniquely Dunes

A Train Lover's Guide to the Indiana Dunes Area

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It might be a little unexpected, but train enthusiasts, aka railfans, love visiting the Indiana Dunes area. Indiana is, after all, the crossroads of America. What makes our area so great for…

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Fun Things to Do in Downtown Valparaiso

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Valparaiso, or Valpo as the locals call it, is known as the county seat of the Indiana Dunes Region. Located about 20-30 minutes from the Indiana Dunes National and State Parks, the vibrant…

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Dunes Deals

Shake off the sand south of the Indiana Dunes! Dig up real savings with Indiana Dunes Deals and make the most of…

Pet Friendly

There’s a reason Indiana Dunes National Park was named the #1 pet-friendly attraction in the state of Indiana…

Our Dunes Deals digital coupon book will help you make the most of your vacation. Discounts ranging from a free scoop of ice cream to savings on activities are like finding buried treasure.

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Hotels & Inns

A convenient stay located near downtown? What about a country retreat heaped in Old World charm? Or…