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Things to do in Indiana Dunes: 1 local trip idea

A ready-made adventure day trip in Indiana Dunes, Indiana, with 5 stops in order.

Adventure trip

Thrills and Dunes in Chesterton

5 stops · about 7 hr 45 min of stops · ~$97 per person

An action-packed day of rugged sand dune climbing, scenic wetlands hiking, and beachside exploring along the southern shore of Lake Michigan.

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    Third Coast Spice Cafe

    761 Indian Boundary Rd Ste 6, Chesterton, IN 46304, USA
    Third Coast Spice Cafe, Indiana Dunes

    Fuel up on high-protein scrambles, vegan options, or fresh juices before taking on the sand.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    The 3 Dune Challenge

    Trail 7, Porter, IN 46304, USA
    The 3 Dune Challenge, Indiana Dunes

    Tackle the 1.5-mile loop climbing Mt. Jackson, Mt. Holden, and Mt. Tom—it's 552 vertical feet of pure sand.

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$12 per person · Directions
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    Jonna’s Beach Cafe & Bar

    1600 N 25 E, Chesterton, IN 46304, USA
    Jonna’s Beach Cafe & Bar, Indiana Dunes

    Enjoy a casual, sit-down lunch with gorgeous views of Lake Michigan right at the historic beach pavilion.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$20 per person · Directions
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    Indiana Dunes National Park Cowles Bog Trail

    Cowles Bog, Chesterton, IN 46304, USA
    Indiana Dunes National Park Cowles Bog Trail, Indiana Dunes

    Hike through rare oak savannas, marshes, and outstanding coastal wetlands to a secluded stretch of beach.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Octave Grill

    105 S Calumet Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304, USA
    Octave Grill, Indiana Dunes

    Recover with gourmet grass-fed burgers like the 'Figgy Piggy' and their legendary garlic bacon fat fries.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$25 per person · Directions

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