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Indiana Dunes National Parks

Indiana Dunes State Parks

Indiana Dunes National Parks, Chesterton,
Beyond the Beach Discovery Trails Click here for more
Beyond the Beach Discovery Trail, which will guide you to more than 50 sites that showcase this region’s greatest natural and cultural treasures. From hiking and biking to birding and fishing, you’ll find outdoor recreation of all kinds along the Beyond the Beach Discovery Trail, plus museums and historic sites that will immerse you in the region’s cultural history.

Indiana Dunes State Parks, Chesterton
Visitors from beyond the state of Indiana are often surprised to discover that Indiana not only has coastline, but that its coast is on Lake Michigan, the fifth largest freshwater lake in the world! The Northern Indiana Section Spans from Whiting Indiana to Michigan City and Michiana Shores. And among visitors fortunate enough to know about this shoreline, many know it only for its beautiful beaches.

But just beyond the beach lie the some of the world's largest Lakeshore Dunes, including Mount Baldy, a 125-foot "living dune." Come visit and find out what sets a living dune apart from other dunes. Walk among native wild lupines blooming along the Inland Marsh Trail at the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore-and perhaps spot rare Karner blue butterflies sipping nectar from their flowers. Visit one of the Dunes Region's many historic sites and museums. Explore the grounds of the beautiful Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve, or watch for shorebirds and waterfowl along one of the many lakeshore beaches.

Area Shopping:	Local Tourism Attractions
• Lighthouse Place Prem. Outlets, Michigan City • The Chesterton European Market, is open every Saturday May 29-Oct 30, 8 am-2 pm, located downtown on the Corner of 3rd and Broadway Click here for more Shopping Downtown Chesterton: Ashley’s Jewelry By Design, 221 Broadway, Downtown Chesterton, *219-926-9039* Framing Concepts, 219 Broadway Downtown Chesterton, *219-926-6000* Fine Art gallery, many items on display The Regal Rabbit, Indiana Boundary Rd., Chesterton, *219-395-8814* Unique gifts, specialty items, hard to find items. JD Designs, 115 Broadway Downtown Chesterton, *219-395-9198* Decorating items, interior designs. Seldom Seen, 119 Broadway, Downtown Chesterton, *219-926-6896,* Fine gifts, specialty items, jewelry, purses. PRESENTS: The Schoolhouse Shop, 278 E 1500 N 2 Miles East off Hwy 20, 219-926-1551 Clothing, hard to find household items, jewelry, clothing, interior items. www.schoolhouseshop.com Yesterday’s Treasures Antique Mall, 700 W Broadway West Side of Chesterton, *219-926-2268* Huge mall, Various antique items of all sizes and shapes	Bellaboos Fun Center, located just South of 80-94, a Children's play facility providing colorful, fun, and secure areas where children from infants to age nine can explore, create, and interact, admission charged, Cafe for parents Three Rivers County Park, 2800 Colorado St. Lake Station, IN 46405, 219-963-2070, 219-963-1030, info@mybellaboos.com www.mybellaboos.com Butler Winery Tasting Room, 401 Broadway, Chesterton, 219-929-1400, www.butlerwinery.com Chesterton Art Center, gallery with art on display, jewelry, wearable arts, and much more, located across from Butler Winery, 115 S. Fourth St., 219-926-4711, www.chestertonart.com Porter County Tourism Bureau, 1420 Munson Road Porter, IN 46304, (800) 283-8687, conveniently located at the corner of Hwy 49 Bypass and Hwy 20, Chesterton, (219) 926-2255. Splash Down Dunes Opens May 26th, kiddie pools, tubes and twister slides, speed slides, wave pool, 219-929-1181, located just West of 49 & Hwy 20, 1 mile from Indiana Dunes State Park in Chesterton, Indiana Chesterton, www.splashdowndunes.com Inman's Recreation Center, - a short Drive south of Indiana Dunes State Park, Arcade, Go-Carts, pizza parlor, Bowling, Paddle Boat rides, Lounge & Restaurant, non-smoking family fun, open late.. *Click Here* Taltree Arboretum and Gardens, 450 West 100 North, 3.5 miles of trails, bring own equipment, beautiful grounds, various events and activities throughout the year, outdoor summer concerts, 219-462-0025, Click Here. Zao Island, 1050 Horseprairie Ave., Valparaiso, IN, a short Drive south of Indiana Dunes State Park, 2-18 hole miniature golf courses, batting cages, go-karts, bumper cars, lighted driving range, super slide, live alligators, indoor arcade, pizza parlor, 219-462-1194, Click Here.
	Area Restaurants:
	See Panorama Dining & Restaurant Pages for More Local Area Options Coach Lite Inn Steaks, seafood platter, daily lunch specials. Alcohol served, occasional live entertainment (karaoke, dj, bands). Casual dress. Credit cards accepted. 219-926-1814 1400 Broadway, Chesterton, IndianaN Lucrezia Lucrezia Cafe and Catering is an elegant little trattoria featuring classic Italian and continental cuisine served in a casual setting. The al fresco dining area is open, weather permitting. Lamb shank braised in wine, onions and garlic is house specialty. No reservations. 219-926-5829428 South Calumet Rd, Chesterton, Indiana www.lucreziacafe.com Taste of Thailand Situated in an office complex south of Indian Boundary Road, this charming Asian spot is hard to find but worth it. Specialties include cashew chicken, stir-fried curry beef with string beans, and fresh perch with vegetables and curry 219-921-0092 425B Sand Creek Dr. North, Chesterton, Indiana, IN
Chesterton Area Museums:
GEORGE BROWN MUSEUM 700 W. Porter Ave., Chesterton, Indiana 926-1104. GREAT LAKES MUSEUM OF MILITARY HISTORY, Michigan City, Indiana 872-2702. www.yellowbrickroadonline.com PORTER COUNTY OLD JAIL MUSEUM, 153 Franklin St., Valparaiso, 465-3595 www.portercountymuseum.org. RAG TOPS MUSEUM 209 West Michigan Blvd., Michigan City, Indiana 878-1514. www.ragtopsmuseum.com Click Here To See More Area Museums	Area Art Galleries
	Art Barn, *Valparaiso* Lake Street Gallery, Miller Chesterton Art Center 115 S. 4th St., Downtown Chesterton 926-4711 Gallery One, (Closed) Lubezniak Center, Michigan City (NEW) Website Valparaiso University Museum of Art, Valparaiso Click Here To See Our Art Pages

City & County Parks Schools

Michigan City Parks, Michigan City

Portage Parks, Portage

Porter County Sunset Hill, Valparaiso
Chesterton Parks, Chesterton

Chesterton School Corporation, Chesterton
Indiana University Northwest, Gary

Ivy Tech State College, Michigan City, & Valparaiso,

Purdue University Calumet, Hammond

Purdue University, North Central, Westville

	Surrounding Area Cities
	Chesterton, Indiana Hebron, Indiana Michigan City, Indiana Portage, Indiana Valparaiso, Indiana
Hotels & Lodging	Gardens & Arboretum
Inn at Aberdeen, Bed & Breakfast, Valparaiso Indian Oak Inn & Spa, Chesterton Songbird Prairie Bed & Breakfast, Valparaiso	Tal Tree Gardens & Arboretum, Valparaiso
Chambers/Environmental	Local Libraries
Save The Dunes. Chesterton Duneland Chamber of Commerce, Chesterton Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, Valparaiso Portage Chamber of Commerce, Portage Tal Tree Gardens & Arboretum, Valparaiso	Chesterton Library Hebron Public Library Kouts Public Library Portage Public Library Porter County Library System Michigan City Library Valparaiso Public Library Valparaiso University Library

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