Indiana Dunes National Park Lake Michigan

The sun sets over Lake Michigan in Indiana Dunes National Park. Indiana Dunes National Park, located along the southern shore of Lake Michigan in Indiana, was established as a national park in 2019, though it was designated as a national lakeshore in 1966. The park is renowned for its diverse landscapes, including sandy beaches, towering dunes, wetlands, prairies, and forests, which provide habitats for hundreds of bird species. Key attractions include the West Beach area for swimming and views of the Chicago skyline, Mount Baldy, the park's most famous dune, and the Heron Rookery Trail, a popular spot for spring wildflower viewing.