Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Douglas Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up ......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403 (WEEKENDS ONLY)

Super Kids! Douglas Center Scavenger Hunt

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or stic......More

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or sticker by completing the book or the activity sheet on the last page of the Singing Sands newspaper. The Paul H Douglas Center for Environmental Education is located in the western portion of the national park at 100 North Lake Street about one mile north of U.S. Highway 12. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or check the park's website.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403

Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Douglas Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up ......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403 (WEEKENDS ONLY)

Super Kids! Douglas Center Scavenger Hunt

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or stic......More

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or sticker by completing the book or the activity sheet on the last page of the Singing Sands newspaper. The Paul H Douglas Center for Environmental Education is located in the western portion of the national park at 100 North Lake Street about one mile north of U.S. Highway 12. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or check the park's website.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403

Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse visit the animals and hear stories of the area’s history from rangers and park volunteers. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Indiana Dunes. For more information on how to join The Friends visit dunefrie......More

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse visit the animals and hear stories of the area’s history from rangers and park volunteers. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Indiana Dunes. For more information on how to join The Friends visit dunefriends.org.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

The Bailly Homestead / Chellberg Farm parking lot is located at 618 N Mineral Springs Rd, Porter, IN 46304.

Bailly Behind the Scenes

Visit the Bailly Homestead where the cabins will be open for viewing and learn about the area’s early settlers. The main house will be closed due to ongoing restoration efforts.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information o......More

Visit the Bailly Homestead where the cabins will be open for viewing and learn about the area’s early settlers. The main house will be closed due to ongoing restoration efforts.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

The Bailly Homestead, there is parking available along Howe Rd, but if there is not, park at the Mnoke Prairie parking lot at Little Calumet River Trail Lot (Mnoke Prairie): 401 Howe Road, Porter, IN 46304

Indigenous Cultural Trail

Explore with rangers to learn about the Miami and Pottawatomie Native Americans in our area.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park, call 219-395-1882 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/indu.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

From Glaciers to Grassroots

Join a ranger to learn how Indiana Dunes became a National Park.Passes are required. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page.Portage Lakefront Parking Lot 100 Riverwalk Road Portage IN 46368

Directions starting from the intersection of U.S. Highway 20 and Indiana State Route 249: Follow State Road 249 north and take the bridge over U.S. Highway 12 towards the U.S. Steel and Precoat Metals businesses. Turn left at the stop sign and cross

Fireside Chats

Join a ranger to learn about the park and watch the sunset next to a campfire.Passes are required. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page.Portage Lakefront Parking Lot 100 Riverwalk Road Portage IN 46368

Directions starting from the intersection of U.S. Highway 20 and Indiana State Route 249: Follow State Road 249 north and take the bridge over U.S. Highway 12 towards the U.S. Steel and Precoat Metals businesses. Turn left at the stop sign and cross

Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Douglas Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up ......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403 (WEEKENDS ONLY)

Super Kids! Douglas Center Scavenger Hunt

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or stic......More

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or sticker by completing the book or the activity sheet on the last page of the Singing Sands newspaper. The Paul H Douglas Center for Environmental Education is located in the western portion of the national park at 100 North Lake Street about one mile north of U.S. Highway 12. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or check the park's website.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403

Indigenous Cultural Trail

Explore with rangers to learn about the Miami and Pottawatomie Native Americans in our area.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park, call 219-395-1882 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/indu.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Henry's Hike

Join a ranger to learn about the father of ecology while exploring the Succession Trial. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our w......More

Join a ranger to learn about the father of ecology while exploring the Succession Trial. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

376 North County Line Road, Gary, IN 46403

Music Heritage Series Concert

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of music and melody with The Save the Tunes Council, a dedicated collective of local musicians, is passionate about keeping folk songs alive with an array of traditional instruments. Don’t miss this chance to experience the r......More

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of music and melody with The Save the Tunes Council, a dedicated collective of local musicians, is passionate about keeping folk songs alive with an array of traditional instruments. Don’t miss this chance to experience the rich sounds and stories of our musical heritage!For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park, call (219) 395-1882 or visit our website.

The Indiana Dunes Visitor Center is located on Indiana State Road 49, between U.S. Highway 20 and Interstate 94 (1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304). GPS Coordinates: 41.633349, -87.053762 (Decimal Degrees).

Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Douglas Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up ......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403 (WEEKENDS ONLY)

Super Kids! Douglas Center Scavenger Hunt

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or stic......More

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or sticker by completing the book or the activity sheet on the last page of the Singing Sands newspaper. The Paul H Douglas Center for Environmental Education is located in the western portion of the national park at 100 North Lake Street about one mile north of U.S. Highway 12. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or check the park's website.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403

Critter Feeding Time

Join a ranger and learn about the animals that make the Indiana Dunes their home and help feed them! Discover how and where they live throughout the park’s many ecosystems.Passes are required. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page.Meet at the Paul H. Douglas......More

Join a ranger and learn about the animals that make the Indiana Dunes their home and help feed them! Discover how and where they live throughout the park’s many ecosystems.Passes are required. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page.Meet at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education 100 North Lake Street Gary IN 46403.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403

Family Junior Ranger Hour

Join rangers to learn about the Junior Ranger Program and earn a badge when you complete the booklet.

376 North County Line Road, Gary, IN 46403

Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse visit the animals and hear stories of the area’s history from rangers and park volunteers. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Indiana Dunes. For more information on how to join The Friends visit dunefrie......More

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse visit the animals and hear stories of the area’s history from rangers and park volunteers. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Indiana Dunes. For more information on how to join The Friends visit dunefriends.org.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

The Bailly Homestead / Chellberg Farm parking lot is located at 618 N Mineral Springs Rd, Porter, IN 46304.

Bailly Behind the Scenes

Visit the Bailly Homestead where the cabins will be open for viewing and learn about the area’s early settlers. The main house will be closed due to ongoing restoration efforts.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information o......More

Visit the Bailly Homestead where the cabins will be open for viewing and learn about the area’s early settlers. The main house will be closed due to ongoing restoration efforts.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

The Bailly Homestead, there is parking available along Howe Rd, but if there is not, park at the Mnoke Prairie parking lot at Little Calumet River Trail Lot (Mnoke Prairie): 401 Howe Road, Porter, IN 46304

Indigenous Cultural Trail

Explore with rangers to learn about the Miami and Pottawatomie Native Americans in our area.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park, call 219-395-1882 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/indu.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Henry's Hike

Join a ranger to learn about the father of ecology while exploring the Succession Trial. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our w......More

Join a ranger to learn about the father of ecology while exploring the Succession Trial. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

376 North County Line Road, Gary, IN 46403

Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Douglas Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up ......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403 (WEEKENDS ONLY)

Super Kids! Douglas Center Scavenger Hunt

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or stic......More

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or sticker by completing the book or the activity sheet on the last page of the Singing Sands newspaper. The Paul H Douglas Center for Environmental Education is located in the western portion of the national park at 100 North Lake Street about one mile north of U.S. Highway 12. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or check the park's website.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403

Into the Bog

Join a ranger at Pinhook Bog to learn about one of Indiana's last true quaking bogs. Parking is limited. Be prepared for muddy and wet conditions along the trail. Dogs are prohibited on bog trail for habitat protection.Passes are required. For more information visit the......More

Join a ranger at Pinhook Bog to learn about one of Indiana's last true quaking bogs. Parking is limited. Be prepared for muddy and wet conditions along the trail. Dogs are prohibited on bog trail for habitat protection.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

Pinhook Bog, 946 North Wozniak Road, LaPorte, IN 46360, Trailhead GPS Coordinates: 41.621214, -86.850227 (Decimal Degrees)

Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse visit the animals and hear stories of the area’s history from rangers and park volunteers. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Indiana Dunes. For more information on how to join The Friends visit dunefrie......More

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse visit the animals and hear stories of the area’s history from rangers and park volunteers. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Indiana Dunes. For more information on how to join The Friends visit dunefriends.org.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

The Bailly Homestead / Chellberg Farm parking lot is located at 618 N Mineral Springs Rd, Porter, IN 46304.

Indigenous Cultural Trail

Explore with rangers to learn about the Miami and Pottawatomie Native Americans in our area.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park, call 219-395-1882 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/indu.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Douglas Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up ......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403 (WEEKENDS ONLY)

Super Kids! Douglas Center Scavenger Hunt

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or stic......More

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or sticker by completing the book or the activity sheet on the last page of the Singing Sands newspaper. The Paul H Douglas Center for Environmental Education is located in the western portion of the national park at 100 North Lake Street about one mile north of U.S. Highway 12. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or check the park's website.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403

Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Douglas Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up ......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403 (WEEKENDS ONLY)

Super Kids! Douglas Center Scavenger Hunt

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or stic......More

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or sticker by completing the book or the activity sheet on the last page of the Singing Sands newspaper. The Paul H Douglas Center for Environmental Education is located in the western portion of the national park at 100 North Lake Street about one mile north of U.S. Highway 12. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or check the park's website.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403

Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse visit the animals and hear stories of the area’s history from rangers and park volunteers. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Indiana Dunes. For more information on how to join The Friends visit dunefrie......More

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse visit the animals and hear stories of the area’s history from rangers and park volunteers. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Indiana Dunes. For more information on how to join The Friends visit dunefriends.org.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

The Bailly Homestead / Chellberg Farm parking lot is located at 618 N Mineral Springs Rd, Porter, IN 46304.

Bailly Behind the Scenes

Visit the Bailly Homestead where the cabins will be open for viewing and learn about the area’s early settlers. The main house will be closed due to ongoing restoration efforts.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information o......More

Visit the Bailly Homestead where the cabins will be open for viewing and learn about the area’s early settlers. The main house will be closed due to ongoing restoration efforts.Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

The Bailly Homestead, there is parking available along Howe Rd, but if there is not, park at the Mnoke Prairie parking lot at Little Calumet River Trail Lot (Mnoke Prairie): 401 Howe Road, Porter, IN 46304

Indigenous Cultural Trail

Explore with rangers to learn about the Miami and Pottawatomie Native Americans in our area.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park, call 219-395-1882 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/indu.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

From Glaciers to Grassroots

Join a ranger to learn how Indiana Dunes became a National Park.Passes are required. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page.Portage Lakefront Parking Lot 100 Riverwalk Road Portage IN 46368

Directions starting from the intersection of U.S. Highway 20 and Indiana State Route 249: Follow State Road 249 north and take the bridge over U.S. Highway 12 towards the U.S. Steel and Precoat Metals businesses. Turn left at the stop sign and cross

Fireside Chats

Join a ranger to learn about the park and watch the sunset next to a campfire.Passes are required. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page.Portage Lakefront Parking Lot 100 Riverwalk Road Portage IN 46368

Directions starting from the intersection of U.S. Highway 20 and Indiana State Route 249: Follow State Road 249 north and take the bridge over U.S. Highway 12 towards the U.S. Steel and Precoat Metals businesses. Turn left at the stop sign and cross

Trash Trekkers: Visitor Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their b......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Trash Trekkers: Douglas Center

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up ......More

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in  at the Paul H. Doulas Center to receive trash bags then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awaited with a free reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.There will be temporary passes available for those volunteering during this event. For more information visit our Fees & Passes page. This is part our drop-in program a no-hassle volunteering option for those looking to give a few hours of their time. For other opportunities in volunteering at the Indiana Dunes National Park please visit The Park Connection volunteer page.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403 (WEEKENDS ONLY)

Super Kids! Douglas Center Scavenger Hunt

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or stic......More

Play in the Nature Play Zone marvel over 20 pieces of art created in the dunes make a craft in the craft room take a hike on the interactive Pollinator Trail check out the frog find scavenger hunt borrow a Naturalist Backpack and/or earn your Junior Ranger badge or sticker by completing the book or the activity sheet on the last page of the Singing Sands newspaper. The Paul H Douglas Center for Environmental Education is located in the western portion of the national park at 100 North Lake Street about one mile north of U.S. Highway 12. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or check the park's website.

Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education, 100 North Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403

Indigenous Cultural Trail

Explore with rangers to learn about the Miami and Pottawatomie Native Americans in our area.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park, call 219-395-1882 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/indu.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Porter, IN 46304

Henry's Hike

Join a ranger to learn about the father of ecology while exploring the Succession Trial. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our w......More

Join a ranger to learn about the father of ecology while exploring the Succession Trial. Passes are required. For more information visit the Fees & Passes page.For more information on this or other programs at Indiana Dunes National Park call 219-395-1882 or visit our website.

376 North County Line Road, Gary, IN 46403