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Indiana Dunes National Park

Indiana Dunes National Park is a dog-friendly attraction in Porter, IN. Explore this beautiful nature center and dunes area with your leashed pet. Dogs are permitted on all beaches in the park except the West Beach swimming area. Before leaving, be sure to stop by the Visitors Center to have Fido certified as an official National Park B.A.R.K. Ranger! Visit Website

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Indiana Dunes National Park has received a rating of 5.0 out of 5 bones by 7 canine critics on BringFido and 4.5 out of 5 by 447 guests on TripAdvisor.

  • Chelsea
    May 24, 2023
    Amazing!!!

    my dog had THE BEST time here! I did too because parking was easy (with bathrooms and water station in lot!) and it was a quick walk down to the beach! saw quite a few other dogs! first tried west beach (only open to dogs during pre-season, once life guards start working for the summer NO dogs allowed here) but parking lot was closed off and it’s off of a private neighborhood so no where to park 😕 checked back here and followed recommendations to Kemil beach and was beyond thrilled! so worth the $25 park pass (good for 7 days)

  • ChloeCandy
    Jul 18, 2022
    Awesome family beach!

    We went to Kemil beach with our pitbull and bulldog. There were lots of other dogs there and people with families! Our dogs splashed around on the sandbars and relaxed in the sand with us! They dug in the sand and played in it. We will definitely come back!

  • Grace
    Jun 24, 2021
    BARK Ranger certified!

    Our handicapable pupper enjoyed digging in the sand on West Beach. Even though it's considered the busy season, there was plenty of space so it didn't feel crowded. The dunes were a beautiful sight and had a nice time hiking through the marsh. The trails could be better marked but thankfully they aren't too hard to follow as long as you have a map.

  • Eliza
    Sep 7, 2020
    Kemil Beach & Tolleston Dunes

    The beach has lots of space, not too crowded (w/dogs or people!), & the bathrooms were super clean - the Tolleston trail is a 2 or 3 mile loop through some beautiful woods, not exactly dunes & not too strenuous, barely ran into anyone! Great day trip with the pup & parents.

  • Alexis
    Aug 7, 2019
    Plenty of spots to check out

    We hiked the Tullenston (sp?) Dunes trail. Beautiful, tough, and not very popular which is nice if your dog is a little skittish like ours. Also hiked and picknicked at West Beach. Dogs aren't allowed on the beach but places to hike around it with nice views

  • Fred
    More than a year ago
    Great Dog Friendly Kemil Beach

    Took our Golden retriever to Kemil beach in Beverly Shores. Get there before noon as the parking lot is small and fills up fast. Lots of dogs and dog friendly people.

  • Cindy
    More than a year ago
    doggie heaven

    Dogs can be on any beach from Kemil Beach east. There is a bigger parking lot a block down from Kemil Beach. There are smaller parking spots as you head east,

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