Welcome to the South Shore

Plan your getaway along the South Shore of Lake Michigan, home of the Indiana Dunes National Park! Just a short drive from Chicago's downtown, northwest Indiana is the perfect place to relax.

Enjoy our miles of beaches and trails, unique attractions, exciting casinos and delicious restaurants. On this site, you'll find everything you need to plan a fun, affordable trip with family and friends.

Stay up to date with what's happening in the area on our Facebook page and Instagram account @AlongtheSouthShore.

Discover Things to Do

30 Unique Attractions

We invite you to enjoy 30 of the South Shore's unique and can't miss attractions.

Indiana Dunes

Learn about the Indiana Dunes State and National Parks. Find things to do, camping and hotels.

Beaches

There are miles of beautiful beaches in Northwest Indiana along the South Shore of Lake Michigan, including the Indiana Dunes beaches.

Family Fun

Explore fun things your family can do including waterparks, beaches, farm adventures & more.

Biking & Hiking Trails

Northwest Indiana and parts of Eastern Illinois contain 125 miles of biking and walking trails.

Outdoor Recreation

Whether your preference is having fun in the sun or playing in the snow, there's an activity to please every outdoor enthusiast!

Shopping

Shop the many antique and specialty stores. You'll also find an outdoor discount outlet center and enclosed shopping malls.

Arts & Culture

Explore the arts along Lake Michigan's South Shore with museums, art galleries, theaters and more.

Breweries, Wineries & More

Find dozens of breweries, wineries & distilleries in Northwest Indiana.

Hotels

Hotels in the South Shore are a comfortable alternative to Chicago's prices.

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Events

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Hobart Summer Market on the Lake

Meet the Mascots - Skates

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Fishing Clinic at Marquette Lagoon

Our Latest Blogs

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Nature Notes: Bison, by the Numbers, at Kankakee Sands

It’s that exciting time of the year when the bison calves are born! At the close of 2020, we had 93 bison in our in our Kankakee Sands herd. As I pen this article, twenty-one calves have already been documented in the bison pasture, which...

Nature Notes: Hoary Vervain at Kankakee Sands

Sunsets Along Lake Michigan's South Shore & More

Pierogi Fest® is a staple of summer in the South Shore

South Shore Ambassadors

We love to showcase what the South Shore has to offer, but don't just take our word for it ... check out the social media posts below from our South Shore Ambassadors. These are people who love the region and want to share their favorite activities, restaurants and attractions! Learn more about them here.

Uniquely

South Shore

Dunes

The Indiana Dunes offer 15 miles of beautiful sandy beaches.

Gummies

Albanese Candy Factory - home of the World's Best Gummies!

Things to Do Northwest Indiana - South Shore Brewery Trail

Breweries

The tap never runs dry along the South Shore Brewery Trail.

Casinos

Lakefront casinos rival no other in the Midwest for excitement!

Pierogi Fest

An opportunity to celebrate heritage while having fun.

The Shrine

An interactive half-mile pathway through the Passion of Christ.

"A Christmas Story" Comes Home

View "A Christmas Story" window displays from Macy's, visit with...

Fair Oaks Farms

One of the largest working dairy farms in the nation.

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Would you like more information about the South Shore and the Indiana Dunes? Use the links below to request a visitor's guide be mailed to you, download our Indiana Dunes brochure, join our e-newsletter list or sign up for text alerts.

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