Nestled along the southern shore of Lake Michigan is an urban park with towering sand dunes, wetlands, woodlands, and prairies. It's the birthplace of plant ecology, with over one thousand native plant species—more than Yellowstone! It's a birding hotspot where people travel from around the world to…
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Valparaiso Events’ Summer Outdoor Movies series premieres Tuesday, June 4th, 2024, with a showing of the family favorite Toy Story at Central Park Plaza, home to Northwest Health Amphitheater, in downtown Valpo. The series runs every Tuesday evening from June 4th to July 2nd and features other…
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The Indiana Dunes Birding Festival happens each May when migrating birds converge near the southern coast of Lake Michigan. Birders from across the country (and world!) travel to the Indiana Dunes for the event. While not out looking for birds, learning from experts, or attending festival social…
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The Indiana Dunes beaches get a lot of attention—and for good reason! Many people consider the 15-mile coastline to be among the best beaches in the world. Visiting an Indiana Dunes beach is a no-brainer, but which beach should you visit? What are the Most Popular Beaches? Two of the most…
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The Indiana Dunes area offers a variety of outdoor activities like swimming, hiking, camping, paddling, bicycling, wandering, and more. To make sure you have the most fun possible while visiting, be sure to watch this video full of safety tips and guidelines about how to be a responsible visitor…
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There's more to the Indiana Dunes than warm sand, blue water, and miles of hiking trails. For example, as of 2021, it's the fifth most biodiverse national park in the United States, right behind Yosemite! The Indiana Dunes' environment, ecology, and history are really what make it a special place…
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What are the Indiana Dunes? Two park systems make up the Indiana Dunes. Indiana Dunes State Park is spread over 2,000 acres and is operated by the state of Indiana. The Indiana Dunes National Park is located on the state park's east and west sides and is operated by the federal government. Both…
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There's no better way to truly immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes than camping. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent for the weekend, settle down for a while in your RV, or stop for a few days while on your van life road trip, the Indiana Dunes has great camping options…
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On Monday, April 8th, 2024, the Indiana Dunes area will experience a partial eclipse. While we are sadly outside of the path of totality in Indiana, people in the area will still be able to experience a NEAR total eclipse at 96%. Just don't forget to grab some eclipse safety glasses or other…
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Fresh-baked crust, bright red tomato sauce, and gooey cheese. And let's not forget the toppings! Whether you stick to the basics like sausage or pepperoni or are a die-hard fan of pineapple pizza, nearly everyone has a favorite pizza pie. We know everyone probably has a favorite pizzeria too, but…
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