Indiana Dunes State Park

State park in Chesterton, Porter County, Indiana Also known as Dunes State Park

Aerial view of Indiana Dunes State Park
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State park with 140 sites

Full hookups, 50 amp, Pets welcome, On the water

From the park's website, Oct 2026

Not yet confirmed by phone. Details can change, so check with the park before you go.

140 sites

1 with water and sewer at the site

50 amp

Electric service

You can request a site (not guaranteed)

Source: Official website

Book online

Through State reservations

Indiana DNR state park on more than 3 miles of Lake Michigan beach with 140 electric campsites (all 50 amp) in two loops, plus a youth tent area. Booked through the state reservation system; 14-night stay limit.

Sites

Electric (East and West loops)

Hookups
Electric only
Power
50 amp
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
Not listed
Pad
Not listed
Number of sites
140

Nissaki Youth Tent Area

Hookups
No hookups
Power
Not listed
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
Not listed
Pad
Not listed

What this place offers

  • Dump station
  • Beach
  • Hiking trails
  • Food on site

What this place offers

  • Dump station
  • Beach
  • Hiking trails
  • Food on site
  • Nature Center
  • Dunes Pavilion with rooftop bar and grill and beach supplies
  • Campground shelter
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Calumet Trail access
  • 3 Dunes Challenge trail
  • 0.5 mile trail from campground to beach

Things to know

Rig rules

  • No RV age limit listed

Pets

  • Pets allowed
  • Caged or on a leash no longer than 6 ft, attended at all times. Dogs not allowed on the beach.

Arrival

  • Check-in: 2 p.m. Mon-Sat; 5 p.m. Sundays and holidays
  • Check-out: 2 p.m. Mon-Sat; 5 p.m. Sundays and holidays

Cancellation: Penalties vary by facility type and how close to arrival; amounts not stated

Included in the rate: Camping group up to 6 persons; one main camping unit plus one extra tent and one dining fly

Other fees: One-time entrance fee on arrival; taxes extra; $5 transfer fee

On Google

Rating, reviews and photos from the park's Google listing.

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Where you'll be

1600 N. 25 E., Chesterton, IN, 46304

Directions

Where this info comes from

  • in.gov contact, site count, amps, booking, amenities
  • in.gov campground map, check-in/out, rules, pets, stay limit
  • in.gov statewide camping rates
  • in.gov alcohol and firewood rules
  • Indiana Department of Health campground license list
  • OpenStreetMap

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