Botanical Gardens & Arboretums Near the Indiana Dunes
Beyond the beaches and dunes, the Indiana Dunes region is home to a collection of beautiful gardens and arboretums worth exploring. From the formal design and manicured landscapes of Ogden Botanical Garden and Brincka Cross Gardens to the natural beauty of Coffee Creek Preserve, Friendship Botanic Gardens, and Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, these spaces highlight everything from curated flower beds to native habitats and wooded trails. Whether you’re seeking garden inspiration, a peaceful walk, or vibrant seasonal blooms, the gardens near the Indiana Dunes offer color and calm throughout the year.
- 427 E. Furness Rd.
- 219-465-3586
Once a private residence, this architecturally unique home and garden includes a wide variety of trees and plants—including 400 different types of hostas, 450 varieties of daffodils, 25 kinds…
- 2401 Village Point
- 219-926-1842
This beautiful 157-acre preserve is a relaxing place to hike, wander, picnic, and cross-country ski. Five miles of trails pass through restored prairie, creek, wetlands, and woodlands…
- 2055 E. US 12
- 219-878-9885
Tucked in the valley of Trail Creek is truly a secret garden. It’s an intriguing and unexpected blend of formal gardens, statues from days gone by, and serene natural areas. Visit Lake Lucerne…
- 450 W. 100 North
- 219-462-0025
Gabis is a popular location for birding enthusiasts and offers more than 300 acres of dog-friendly walking trails, gardens, woodlands, and wetlands. Their award-winning attraction is a…
- 451 Harrison Blvd.
- 219-462-5144
This 4-acre community park showcases beautiful floral displays of annuals, perennials, a rose garden, and diverse tree species. A Japanese garden features bridges, a koi pond, a tea house, and…