Pets permitted after Labor Day and before Memorial Day
Driving Directions:
Starting at Interstate 94 and Indiana 49, go north about 3 miles to U.S. Highway 12.
The exit to U.S. Highway 12 is on the left.
Go right (east) 3 miles on U.S. Highway 12 to East State Park Road (also known as Kemil Road).
Turn left (north), go 1 mile. The Kemil Beach parking area will be on the right (east) side of the road.
Did You Know?
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore has more than 1,135 native plant species distributed over six plant communities. Among all the national parks in the United States, it ranks seventh in plant diversity. This is an amazing feat for 15,000+ acres.