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Paul H. Douglas Trail (Miller Woods)The Paul H. Douglas Trail meanders through the Miller Woods area, showcasing the park's rich biodiversity.
Hiking, Indiana Dunes National Park
Explore Hiking in Indiana Dunes National Park with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.
Hiking Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Hiking guide to compare the stops that belong together in Indiana Dunes National Park, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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West Beach TrailThe West Beach Trail provides hikers with a comprehensive tour of the park's dynamic dune landscapes.
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Tolleston Dunes TrailThe Tolleston Dunes Trail offers a journey through ancient dune ridges formed over 10,000 years ago.
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Portage Lakefront and RiverwalkThe Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk Trail provides an accessible and scenic experience along Lake Michigan's shoreline.
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Bailly, Chellberg, Little Calumet River, and Mnoke Prairie TrailThis interconnected trail system offers hikers a blend of cultural history and natural beauty.
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Cowles Bog TrailThe Cowles Bog Trail is a renowned route that traverses a variety of habitats, including wetlands, forests, savannas, and beaches.
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Calumet Dunes TrailThe Calumet Dunes Trail is a short, paved loop trail located within Indiana Dunes National Park, offering visitors a glimpse into the region's ancient geological history and diverse natural habitats.
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Glenwood Dunes TrailThe Glenwood Dunes Trail is one of the longest and most immersive hiking experiences in Indiana Dunes National Park, offering an extensive network of loops through oak savannas, rolling sand dunes, and wetlands.
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Dune Ridge TrailThe Dune Ridge Trail offers a short but rewarding hike with stunning panoramic views of Lake Michigan, wetlands, and rolling dunes.
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Great Marsh TrailThe Great Marsh Trail offers visitors a peaceful walk through one of the park's most important wetland habitats.
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Mount Baldy Summit TrailMount Baldy, the largest moving dune in the park, offers a one-of-a-kind hiking experience but is only accessible via scheduled ranger-led tours due to its shifting sands.
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Heron Rookery TrailThis trail follows the banks of the Little Calumet River and was once home to a large heron nesting site.
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Pinhook Bog TrailPinhook Bog is one of the most unique ecosystems within the park, featuring a floating mat of sphagnum moss that supports rare carnivorous plants and orchids.
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Hobart Prairie Grove TrailsThe Hobart Prairie Grove Trails wind through oak savannas, wetlands, and prairie grasslands, offering a diverse hiking experience.
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Hoosier Prairie TrailThe Hoosier Prairie Trail provides a glimpse into Indiana's rare prairie ecosystem.
