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Indiana Dunes National Lakeshorewetlands at Kampinos National Park in Poland with grasses and trees growing out of the water
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Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
For Kids
 
Join Ranger Maria and become an Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Web Ranger. Make discoveries and learn fascinating facts about Indiana Dunes, Lake Michigan, plants, animals, and people on your way to becoming a Web Ranger. Earn a certificate. Learn more on Park Fun page.

Kids and adults alike can also take our Water Safety Challenge with DERF, the robot. You can find DERF on the Park Fun page.

 
Looking for something fun to do during your visit to the lakeshore? Be sure to check out the Junior Ranger page to learn about activity guides you can do with your family.
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: March 18, 2008 at 17:16 EST