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Porter County, IN · Great Lakes
Indiana Dunes National Park
1215 N State Rd 49, Porter, IN 46304
The 61st U.S. national park (redesignated from a national lakeshore in 2019) — 15 miles of southern Lake Michigan shoreline with massive dunes, the historic Century of Progress Houses (1933 Chicago World's Fair pavilions moved here), and access to West Beach (the closest national park beach to Chicago).
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 71. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Northeast wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 10 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
74 /100
great
69 Sunbathe
80 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
NNW
Rain
6%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Chance Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:14 AM
Sunset
9:26 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Chance Rain Showers
35%
72
76°
Mostly Sunny
12%
85
84°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
59
90°
Mostly Sunny
2%
75
92°
Sunny
2%
75
92°
Sunny
8%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
NPS lots; vehicle pass required at West Beach and Dunbar Beach.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed on most beaches and trails.
Entry Fee
$25/vehicle 7-day pass.
Address
1215 N State Rd 49, Porter, IN 46304
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Indiana Dunes National Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Indiana Dunes National Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Indiana Dunes National Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed on most beaches and trails.
Is there an entry fee at Indiana Dunes National Park?
$25/vehicle 7-day pass.
Are there lifeguards at Indiana Dunes National Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Indiana Dunes National Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Indiana Dunes National Park?
Amenities at Indiana Dunes National Park include restrooms, showers (West Beach), visitor center, hiking trails, campground (state park).
When is the water warmest at Indiana Dunes National Park?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Indiana Dunes National Park located?
Indiana Dunes National Park is in Porter County, IN, at 1215 N State Rd 49, Porter, IN 46304.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS