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Indiana Dunes State Park

Sand, shore, and the space to breathe—over 2,000 acres of it! This isn’t your run of the mill state park, it’s a place shaped by thousands of years of shifting landscapes and Hoosier history. Since 1925, Indiana Dunes State Park has been wowing visitors with its natural terrain, three-miles of dune-lined shores, and a diverse range of flora and fauna. Splash around in Lake Michigan, bound up towering sand dunes, or explore beautiful trails on foot or on your bike. Escape the mundane on these storied shores.

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3 Dune Challenge

Three more reasons to get outside. Put on your fitness tracker and discover the ultimate outdoor adventure. Grab your friends, family members, or pets, and take on this challenging hike up the park’s three tallest dunes.

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Dunes 101

Join Ranger Matt in our Dunes 101 Series to explore everything you need to know about the Indiana Dunes, including how to make the most out of your beach experience, where to camp, and the perfect hiking trail for your skill level.

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Indiana Dunes Activities

Unplug from everyday stress and connect to nature with over 70 miles of hike-able trails, 15 miles of swim-able coastline, and over 350 species of migratory birds.

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Indiana Dunes State Park

A state park surrounded by a national park, the Indiana Dunes State Park is 2,182 acres of dunes, marshes, swamps, hardwood forests, and white pine…

1600 N. 25 East, Chesterton

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Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center

The Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center hosts a variety of interpretive programs about the unique animals, plants, and ecosystems of the Indiana…

1600 N. 25 East, Chesterton

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The 3 Dune Challenge

Challenge yourself, your friends, and your family to climb the three tallest sand dunes at the Indiana Dunes State Park. The 1.5-mile trail is the…

1600 N. 25 East, Chesterton

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M&R Rush Out of the Basement Tour

Saturday, August 14, 2021

Tomfoolery Productions LLC, in conjunction with the Indiana Ballet Theatre, is pleased to present rock legend, M&R Rush, as they…

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Chesterton Art Fair

August 7 - August 8, 2021

The Annual Chesterton Art Fair is held during the first full weekend in August Over 100 juried artists from across the country display their work…

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Acorn Concert Series – The Steepwater Band: A Tribute to Tom Petty

Friday, July 30, 2021

Gates open at 5:30 pm. The opener starts at 6:00 pm. The headliner starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $15 in advance for members and…

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Backyard YBash

Saturday, June 19, 2021

Let’s bring the community together again with top-notch BBQ, neighborhood-inspired cocktails, exclusive community-driven auction items, and…

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Pinhook Bog Hike

Saturday, June 12, 2021

Take a one-hour guided hike into Indiana's only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers are stationed along the trail to help you understand this…

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Valpo Brewfest

Saturday, September 25, 2021

Join us for the Annual Valpo Brewfest! This event is a celebration of great craft beer and the cool people that enjoy it. You can sample from…

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A Diana of the Dunes Dare Field Trip

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Dunes 101: Did you know?

I’d like to share with you some of my favorite fun facts about dunes environment, ecology, and history.

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