Header photo from Marilyn's Bakery Get your paczki for Fat Tuesday - February 13, 2024! Paczki, pronounced “poonch-key,” are beloved fried pastries filled with jelly or cream, sprinkled with powdered sugar, and a Polish tradition. These pastries are tremendously popular in Northwest Indiana as we have one of the largest Polish American populations…
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Break out the sleeping bags, grab the marshmallows, pack your tent or hop in the RV because it’s camping season in northwest Indiana! It's time to get together with friends and family around the campfire, go on early morning trail walks, relax on the lakeand roast some weenies. I know I’m excited for burnt marshmallows and lake days and have already started planning my camping trip. Here are a few campground options along the South Shore to get your camping trip planning started, including two within the Indiana Dunes. …
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Everyone can use a getaway or staycation! If you are looking for somewhere unique to stay in Northwest Indiana, check out one of these bed & breakfasts, vacation rentals or inns. Perfect for a weekend getaway or special occasion close to Chicago and Lake Michigan's South Shore…
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Learn about the new entrance fees and what the fees will be used for. The federal area of the Indiana Dunes has seen many changes since becoming a National Park, and the park has plans to make sure that’s not ending anytime soon. Whether the changes be in the name, facilities, rehabilitation or entry fees, they all help the advancement of our beautiful national park…
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The snow is melting, the flowers are blooming outside, and the sun is peeking out from the chilly winter clouds. Spring is full of hope and excitement and what better way to take it all in than exploring the beautiful green gardens and outdoors along the south shore of Lake Michigan. Open to the…
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Instead of slaving away in the kitchen this year for Thanksgiving, spend more time with your loved ones and let these local restaurants cook for you! Whether you want to move the celebrations to the restaurant or bring home already-cooked meals to enjoy, there are plenty of amazing options right here around Northwest Indiana…
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We want to inspire you to getaway for a weekend in the Miller Beach community of Gary, right off Lake Michigan. Read on to see some of our suggestions for a couples retreat where the Indiana Dunes begins…
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No matter the season, when you want to get outside and enjoy nature, a nice walk is always a great choice. Of course, we have beautiful hikes at Indiana Dunes up and down sand dunes with hundreds of stairs but every once in a while, you just need a leisure walk. Here you will find some nice, easy walks around the region…
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The South Shore is rich in many things from landscapes, culture and of course, history. We are lucky…
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It is a great time for some much-needed nature exploration. Northwest Indiana is lucky to be home to…
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