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Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
Summer Beach Parking
Summer beach parking is limited and can be a challenge when the weather is good for swimming and during holidays. Visitors should plan to arrive early for the best chance to find a parking spot. Follow links for additional information including maps, driving directions, hours, and things to do at these areas.
 
Park Facility Parking Lot Size Normal Full Times
Central Beach Parking lot 70 cars 1:00 p.m.
Dunbar Beach Parking Lot 26 cars Noon
Kemil Beach Parking lot 81 cars 1:00 p.m.
Lake View 40 cars 11:00 a.m.
MT. Baldy 120 cars 3 bus 4 RV 11:00 a.m.
Porter Beach 66 cars 11:00 a.m.
West Beach 596 cars 26 bus     space available most days
 

Additional beach parking and access is available at Washington Park (Michigan City), Indiana Dunes State Park (Highway 49 Chesterton), and Marquette Park (Miller/Gary). 

There are several non-beach access parking area at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Our Maps page has a complete listing.

Help keep your visit pleasant by parking properly. All legal parking spaces are clearly marked with concrete curb blocks and/or painted lines. Please help us protect your park by limiting your vehicle to paved surfaces only. Parking in unlawful spots or driving off paved surfaces could subject you to a minimum fine of $75.00 and an expensive towing bill.

A 3 story round house stacked like a cake with windows all around it taken in 1933  

Did You Know?
“Century of Progress” homes at the 1933-1934 Chicago World’s Fair showcased innovative building materials and designs. In 1935, developer Robert Bartlett moved five of these houses to Beverly Shores. These homes are being restored.

Last Updated: May 21, 2008 at 15:38 EST