Indiana Dunes Visitor Center

The best way to live like a local is to learn from a local. Start your trip at the Visitor Center and chat with our destination ambassadors — they’re our experts on everything Indiana Dunes has to offer. From activities and attractions to dining and shopping, they’ll help you curate the perfect vacation itinerary.

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Location

The Visitor Center is conveniently located at 1215 N. State Road 49, Porter, IN 46304, just north of the Indiana Toll Road and Interstate 94, and south of U.S. 20. Get directions on Google Maps or Apple Maps

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center

Visitor Center Amenities

  • Guides and brochures detailing all the great attractions, restaurants, lodging, and more in the Indiana Dunes area.
  • The Beaches & Beyond Gift Shop features clothing, stuffed animals, souvenirs, locally-made artisan creations, and other great merchandise.
  • Restrooms and drinking fountains.
  • Art walk with photo opportunities
  • An after-hours lobby with 24/7 access to brochures and information about local lodging facilities.
  • Information about Drop-In Volunteering and the Trash Trekkers program.
  • Theatre with an informational video about the Indiana Dunes National Park.
  • Electric car charger in the parking lot.

The Beaches & Beyond Gift Shop is a one-stop destination for unique souvenirs and locally made treasures. They offer apparel, mugs, stickers, magnets, handcrafted artisan goods, and more.

Want a personalized itinerary of the Indiana Dunes area? Our font desk destination ambassadors will help you create one full of Indiana Dunes attractions, activities, and accommodations.

With our ever-changing exhibit room, you can learn about the history and ecology of the Indiana Dunes at our in-house movie theatre and peruse brochures from local businesses.

Stock up on insider knowledge! We've got brochures on local attractions, events, lodging, and dining. It’s your one-stop shop for everything happening in the Indiana Dunes region.

Our knowledgeable tourism team, National Park Service rangers, and State Park volunteers are here to help. Whether you're planning a hike or looking for a place to eat, we've got answers.

Step into our cozy theater and enjoy a short film that brings the story of the Indiana Dunes to life. Discover the area's captivating history and natural wonders.

Indiana Dunes Tourism is the official destination marketing, planning, and development organization for the Indiana Dunes area/Porter County, IN. We operate the Visitor Center in partnership…

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