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Indiana Dunes National Park hugs 15 miles of the southern shore of Lake Michigan and has much to offer. Whether you enjoy scouting for rare species of birds or flying kites on the sandy beach, the national park's 15,000 acres will continually enchant you. Hikers will enjoy 50 miles of trails over rugged dunes, mysterious wetlands, sunny prairies, meandering rivers and peaceful forests. Recreation There is no one-size-fits-all trip to the dunes. Each season offers new and different ways to enjoy Indiana Dunes National Park. Spring splashes the river banks of the Heron Rookery with an abundance of colorful wildflowers in this birder's paradise. Lake Michigan summer sunsets paint the skies with vibrant rays that offer a picture-perfect picnic setting. In the fall, Maple trees burst with warm red and golden hues crafting a spectacular backdrop for a hike by the Chellberg Farm and winter brings a scenic canvas of virgin white snow begging for a cross-country skiing adventure in the Glenwood Dunes. As the seasons change, so do the recreational opportunities, park facility operating hours and closures and safety concerns. Here is a list of some of the activities that occur in the National Park: Beach-going & Swimming, Biking, Bird Watching, Camping, Fishing & Boating, Hiking, Geocaching, Historical Sites, Horseback Riding, Interpretive Programs, Picnic, Winter Activities and Guided Tours. Go to https://www.nps.gov/indu/planyourvisit/calendar.htm for our list of Ranger lead programs. Facilities The Dunewood Campground in the Indiana Dunes National Park has 66 campsites (54 drive-in sites and 12 walk-in sites; 4 sites are fully accessible). We have nice restrooms and showers. There are no electric or water hookups. The campground has accessible for visitors with mobility impairments. Some sites are limited on recreational vehicle length. Natural Features Indiana Dunes National Park is a treasure of diverse natural resources located within an urban setting. The national park features communities that have both scientific and historic significance to the field of ecology. In addition, four National Natural Landmarks and one National Historical Landmark are located within its boundaries. The park is comprised of over 15,000 acres of dunes, oak savannas, swamps, bogs, marshes, prairies, rivers, and forests. It contains 15 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline spanning the distance from Gary to Michigan City. Lake Michigan is part of the largest complex of freshwater lakes in the world. The national park's beaches are the park's most significant recreational resource. For more information on our natural features use this link: https://www.nps.gov/indu/learn/nature/index.htm Nearby Attractions Located close to the campground is Lake View Beach on Lake Michigan which is located 1.5 miles north of the campground. Several other national park beaches are within easy driving distance. Do NOT park in the Town of Beverly Shores' beach parking lot, which is located just to the east of the Lake View lot. You will get ticketed. The town is very strict. A gas station / convenience store is located ¼ mile north of the campground at the intersection of U.S. Highway 12 and Broadway Avenue. The Beverly Shores South Shore Railroad station with passenger service to Chicago and South Bend is located on Broadway Avenue, ¼ mile north of the campground. The Indiana Dunes Tourism and LaPorte County Convention & Visitors Bureau have lists of other activities in the area. Charges & Cancellations For information on the Cancellation policy please go to this link, https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies
Golf Wood Road & Dunewood Parkway, Beverly Shores, IN 46301
$25.00 per night camping fee (expanded amenity fee).
Nice campground. Quiet on a Sunday-Tuesday trip. Cleanest, most modern bathrooms I've seen at a campsite. Will definetly be back. Mather 21 spot was a good location, but all spots I saw in Mather were good looking.
Very clean and safe. Bathrooms were tidy and stocked, there is a filtered water dispenser to fill your reusable bottles, campsites were clean and well defined. It's nice that there are a few local places to get wood. Our dogs loved it too. We will be back!
This was our first national park campground experience, and it was really nice! The amenities were clean and much appreciated - restrooms, showers, water bottle refill station. The site was a perfect size with space to set up a large tent (although ours was small), hang a hammock, have a couple of vehicles there, and set up around the campfire.
Love this place. 1.25mi away from the shore, beautiful spacious campsites and clean bathrooms. Parking at the beach is only for residents but we’ve been told that you can buy a 2 day “pass” at the gas station. We usually bike to the beach or walk. Any season is beautiful out there.