Indiana Dunes National Park, IN
Sunrise to Sunset
241 miles
81
°F
4
4
mph
32
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Good Conditions
No current safety alerts for this beach
About This Beach
Indiana Dunes State Park beach boasts a wide expanse of soft, light brown sand, backed by towering sand dunes and offering stunning views of Lake Michigan. The beach features modern amenities including a newly renovated pavilion with a restaurant and rooftop bar, restrooms, changing rooms, and showers, creating a mix of natural beauty and convenience. While it can get crowded, especially on weekends, visitors consistently praise the cleanliness of the sand and water.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.7
Average Rating
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/2/2025, 3:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 81° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 81° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 80° | 1 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 76° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 71° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 69° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 67° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 3:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | -°F | 0.3 ft | 3s | ↗ NE | - |
| 16:00 | -°F | 0.3 ft | 3s | ↗ NE | - |
| 17:00 | -°F | 0.3 ft | 3s | ↗ NE | - |
| 18:00 | -°F | 0.2 ft | 3s | ↗ NE | - |
| 19:00 | -°F | 0.2 ft | 2s | ↗ NE | - |
| 20:00 | -°F | 0.3 ft | 2s | ↗ NE | - |
| 21:00 | -°F | 0.3 ft | 2s | ↗ NE | - |