Discovery Trail
The Indiana Dunes is one of the most biodiverse areas in the United States, and we’ve made a self-guided tour for you to enjoy what mother nature has uniquely provided us. Welcome to the Discovery Trail.
Nestled in northwest Indiana, on the shores of the massive freshwater sea of Lake Michigan, is a remarkable place, a unique landscape carved by immense glaciers during the last ice age. As these frozen giants slowly advanced and receded, the ground beneath them shifted violently. And in their wake, they left behind a cornucopia of natural wonders, from sandy beaches and majestic dunes to sprawling wetlands and lush forests.
Discovery Trail Locations
Indiana Dunes Discovery Trail Pass
Download the free Discovery Trail pass! While visiting locations, you'll earn points by checking in and completing activities. Save up your points and you'll be able to enter to win an Indiana Dunes getaway! The Discovery Trail pass is free, but entrance fees apply where applicable.
Photos from the Discovery Trail
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Photography and Bumble Bee Bottoms
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