Indiana Dunes National Park is a very popular destination, especially during the summer and holidays, but it is one of the best national parks in Indiana, and it is definitely worth visiting. Porter Beach has everything you need to stay comfortable, including restrooms, restaurants, and trails to explore. We recommend 2 places to check out during your visit.
This is our recommended parking spot. There are many other options, but this is the best spot to explore the top hiking trails.
ParkingWe recommend using restrooms before starting activities, specially if you have kids.
RestroomsThe walk to the beach is a little long and tiring, but at this recommended access point, there are fewer people and you are closer to the other destinations we recommend.
To BeachTo reach Mount Tom, you need to take Trail #8 to Trail #4 on the right. The climb is very tiring and the sand gets hot, so make sure to wear proper footwear and bring plenty to drink.
To Mt TomThe Beaver Boardwalk is far from the beach, and to get there you need to return to Trail #8 and continue until you reach Trail #10. Follow Trail #10 until you reach Trail #2, then turn right. It is very tiring to reach this point and the sand gets hot, so make sure to wear proper footwear and bring plenty to drink.
To Beaver BoardwalkAlways check your destination's weather forecast, & save maps offline.
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Porter, IN 46304, USA
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