Beaches

The Beach Tour
From West to East, we’ve got all your favorite beaches listed from Gary, Indiana to Bridgeman, MI! Take a peek and click the link for more information and photos.
Thank you to Stephen Lehman for all the beautiful photos (unless otherwise noted).

Marquette Park and Lake Street Beach, Gary IN
Directions: Drive down lake street in Miller Beach. Reach parking lot at the end of the road. Marquette Park is not just a beach, but trails, a lagoon and a pavilion. It has a long history and is beautiful for a walk, stroll or even grabbing some lunch at the nearby concession. Parking is ample and there are some beautiful trails close by There is a lot with a fee as well as street parking. Restrooms are on-site. The pavilion is available for private parties. The lagoon has a kayak launch.

West Beach, Gary/Portage IN
Directions: Take Hwy. 12 to County Line Rd. Follow signs to main parking lot. West Beach is home to Long Lake trail, Succession trail and a public beach. There is an entrance fee during the summer months, but it is free off-season. There are restrooms, but no concession at this time. Visitors are allowed to climb one of the large dunes in the area. Fun for children and adults! There are also barbecues and picnic areas.

Kemil Beach, Beverly Shores IN
Directions: Take 12 to Kemil (tunnel) Rd. Head straight to the beach. Kemil Beach is a dog-friendly beach and has a parking lot and restrooms. Dune Ridge trail is also accessible from this lot and is a short loop that overlooks the Beverly Shores marsh. Many people consider Kemil one of the best spots to find sea glass and chrinoids.


Washington Park Beach, Michigan City IN
Directions: Follow Lake Shore Drive in Michigan City. Washington Park has a large lot, but there is a fee to park during the summer months. At Washington Park beach you can find a large beach, fishing pier, Sunset Grille concession and rooftop bar. There is also the Washington Park Zoo across the street as well as a splash park. Consider a boat tour at HarborCountryAdventures.com

Floral Lane: Warren Dunes State Park, Bridgman MI
Directions: Red Arrow Hwy. to Floral Lane. Park in lot and follow floral lane into the trails. Beautiful dunes and trails that will lead you eventually to the beach. The best part of this area, is not the beach, but the trail that gets you there! There are many other beaches as you go through Michigan, but this is one of our favorites.