The Indiana Dunes region is a treasure trove of natural beauty, and there’s no better way to start your day before hitting the trails or exploring the region than to indulge in our vibrant café scene. Here are a few unmissable coffee shops, artisan pastry nooks, and cozy brunch spots. Blackbird…
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It’s not that we don’t love a day about love; it’s just that Valentine’s Day can be...typical. Roses and fancy dinners, champagne, and sunsets—enough to make single people roll their eyes. Whether you have a honey and want a change of pace, or you’re single and just not in the mood to mingle, we…
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The Indiana Dunes area provides many fun year-round activities like camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, paddling, and exploring for people and pets too! Following these outdoor pet safety tips will ensure you and your furry friend have the best experience when visiting the Indiana Dunes. Become a…
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If you enjoy live performances that stretch the boundaries of the ordinary, then you'll love the Chicago Street Theatre. Its stadium-style seating holds 130 people, and the players offer many productions yearly, from comedies and dramas to musicals and family shows. The theatre has also won national…
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Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you have what it takes to climb the three highest sand dunes in Indiana? If so, The 3 Dune Challenge is for you. To complete The 3 Dune Challenge, a person must run or hike a special 1.5 mile course at Indiana Dunes State Park, climbing Mount Jackson…
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The magnificent scenery of the Indiana Dunes makes it a photographer’s paradise. The epic sand dunes, gorgeous Lake Michigan sunsets, and wooded trails offer unlimited opportunities to take photographs. One of the best places to take pictures is at West Beach in the Indiana Dunes National Park…
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Whether you're looking for a leisurely stroll through the woods or a calorie-burning hike up steep dunes, the Indiana Dunes area has the perfect hiking trail for you. The Indiana Dunes National and State Parks have a combined 70 miles of trails crossing 17,000+ acres of woodlands, dunes, prairies…
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Located in Valparaiso, the 49er Drive-In Theatre is Northwest Indiana's only drive-in theater and one of only around 300 in the entire country. This beloved Indiana Dunes area attraction has been showing movies for over 60 years. It retains its original look and classic design but is updated with a…
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When the leaves turn and the temperatures cool, there's nothing like getting away with your loved ones to a serene, woodsy retreat. Start your Indiana Dunes adventure at Spring House Inn, where you’ll be within minutes of some of the best beaches, hiking, dining, shopping, and interesting historic…
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Lucrezia Café: Northern Italian Cuisine Near the Indiana Dunes [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovgCzx_H7tM&feature=youtu.be[/embed] You'll find Lucrezia Café in downtown Chesterton, an art-centric Indiana Dunes community just a few miles south of Lake Michigan. A Beloved Local Staple Over the…
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