Dunewood Campground

Indiana Dunes National Park hugs 15 miles (24 km) 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 16,000 acres will continually enchant you. Hikers will enjoy 50 miles (80 km) of trails over rugged dunes, mysterious wetlands, sunny prairies, meandering rivers and peaceful forests. There is no one-size-fits-all trip to the dunes. 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. Beach-going and swimming, biking, bird watching, fishing and boating, hiking, geocaching, historical sites, horseback riding, interpretive programs, picnicking, winter activities and guided tours all happen in the park. Dunewood Campground has 66 campsites — 54 drive-in sites and 12 walk-in sites, of which 4 are fully accessible. There are nice restrooms and showers, but no electric or water hookups. The campground is accessible for visitors with mobility impairments. Some sites are limited on recreational vehicle length, so read each campsite description carefully. Indiana Dunes National Park is a treasure of diverse natural resources located within an urban setting, comprising over 15,000 acres (6070 ha) of dunes, oak savannas, swamps, bogs, marshes, prairies, rivers and forests. Four National Natural Landmarks (including Pinhook Bog and Cowles Bog) and one National Historical Landmark (the Bailly Homestead) are located within its boundaries. It contains 15 miles (24 km) of Lake Michigan shoreline spanning the distance from Gary to Michigan City, and the beaches are the park's most significant recreational resource. Lake View Beach is located 1.5 miles north of the campground, and several other national park beaches are within easy driving distance. Do NOT park in the Town of Beverly Shores' beach parking lot, located just to the east of the Lake View lot — you will get ticketed, as the town is very strict. A gas station and convenience store are a quarter mile north of the campground at the intersection of U.S. Highway 12 and Broadway Avenue, and the Beverly Shores South Shore Railroad station, with passenger service to Chicago and South Bend, is also a quarter mile north on Broadway Avenue.