Wellness & Recreation

Wellness in the Indiana Dunes often begins with the senses. The rhythm of Lake Michigan’s waves at sunset. Warm sand beneath your feet. A steady climb that gets your heart pumping. Time spent moving, resting, and breathing—indoors or out—has a way of resetting both body and mind. Beyond the shoreline and trails, the region offers everyday opportunities to recharge, stay active, and find balance in ways that feel personal and unhurried. Whether you’re seeking movement, restoration, or a moment of calm, wellness here is something you shape for yourself, year-round.

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Experience Living History

Experience the best of the past in the Indiana Dunes “…I love learning about and experiencing the past. This was the best part about visiting the Indiana Dunes–you don’t just read about or…

Dunes Deals

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Looking for Even More Family Fun?

What will your family love about the Indiana Dunes area? Whatever adventures you find, the Indiana Dunes is a getaway the whole family can agree on.

Dunes Deals Coupons

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Indiana Dunes Shop

Don’t just experience the Indiana Dunes; take it home with you. Find your new favorite T-shirt, hoodie, or…

Pet-Friendly Adventures

There’s a reason Indiana Dunes National Park was named the #1 pet-friendly attraction in the state of Indiana…

Arts, Culture, & Entertainment

It’s not all sand-fringed lakes and epic sunsets. Here, you’ll find a vibrant arts scene stoked by a…

Drop-in Volunteering

Be the Change — Volunteer! Get more involved with the Indiana Dunes!

Outdoor Adventures 7 months ago

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How to Identify Swallowtail Butterflies in Northwest Indiana

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Our August skies are aflutter with butterflies over the Kankakee Sands prairie. The nectar-rich flowers of the…

Outdoor Adventures 9 months ago

Meet the Beavers of Kankakee Sands: Wetland Wonders in Northwest Indiana

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Summertime is swimming time in Indiana. Perhaps you enjoy swimming in an outdoor pool, creek, or one of our many…

Indiana Dunes National Park a year ago

Experience the Indiana Dunes Through the Eyes of The Brain Scoop

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Did you know that Indiana Dunes National Park is home to some of the most diverse ecosystems in the Midwest? Join…

Discovery Trail a year ago

Our Favorite Reasons to Explore the Discovery Trail

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Less than an hour from Chicago, nestled along the southern shore of Lake Michigan, is an extraordinary…

Plants and Wildlife 2 years ago

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Sounds of the Prairie at Kankakee Sands

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This spring and summer, I have been enjoying the call of the grasshopper sparrow—a dry, insect-like buzz that…

Bed & Breakfasts

Feel like family with intimate accommodations that range from nature-inspired retreats in the woods…

Hotels & Inns

A convenient stay located near downtown? What about a country retreat heaped in Old World charm? Or…

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