Dog Friendly Beaches in Indiana

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!

Indiana Dunes State Park consists of 2,182 acres of primitive, beautiful, historic and unique Hoosier landscape in Chesterton, IN. It lies at the north end of State Road 49 in Porter County, and includes more than 3 miles of beautiful beach along Lake Michigan’s southern shore. The national lakeshore beaches to the east of the park are pet friendly - Kemil Beach, Dunbar Beach and Lake View Beach. Dogs must be leashed at all times, even when swimming in the lake. Handlers allowing pets to chase birds or otherwise harass wildlife are subject to a citation. Pet handlers are responsible for carrying waste off the beach.

Whihala Beach is a pet-friendly recreation area in Whiting, IN. As long as Fido is leashed, he can accompany you on both the trails and the sand during the off-season, which spans from after Labor Day until Memorial Day weekend. However, it's important to note that swimming in Lake Michigan isn't permitted when rip current warnings are issued or during times of turbulent waves, as these conditions can generate perilous currents.

Long Lake Resort is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome to hang on the lake and even take a dip. Leashed dogs can hang on the shoreline too, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them.

Kemil Beach within the Indiana Dunes State Park in Portner, IN is pet friendly. Your leashed furry friend is welcome to swim and roll around in the sand as long as you clean up after him. Please note the parking lot can fill up quickly on summer weekends, and a state park fee is involved to enter. A trail is also available at the lot.