An iconic 1858 lighthouse standing sentinel at the Michigan City pier, offering panoramic Lake Michigan views and a quintessential Great Lakes photo opportunity. The adjacent Washington Park provides a scenic waterfront promenade perfect for sunset walks and family picnics.

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Gary/Michigan City area Itineraries

Sand, Sky, and Small Steps: A Family Weekend on the Dunes

2 days · 3 stops

Dunes and Driftwood: A Lake Michigan Escape for Two

2 days · 3 stops

Dune Light and Harbor Air: Three Easy Days on Indiana's Shoreline

3 days · 4 stops

Dune Light & Breakwater Nights: Two Days Along Indiana's Lake Michigan Edge

2 days · 4 stops

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Duneland Heritage Corridor Trail

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Indiana Dunes NP (West unit)

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