


Steep sand dune overlooking Lake Michigan with windswept prairie grasses, close-up seagull interactions and wide panoramic views that can reveal Gary or Chicago skylines on very clear days. Access via a ~10-minute wooded trail from a small parking lot; parking is limited, bugs can be active in warmer months and some dune areas are fenced/protected. Best at golden hour for warm light and long shadows; weekdays and shoulder seasons offer fewer people.



Steep sand dune overlooking Lake Michigan with windswept prairie grasses, close-up seagull interactions and wide panoramic views that can reveal Gary or Chicago skylines on very clear days. Access via a ~10-minute wooded trail from a small parking lot; parking is limited, bugs can be active in warmer months and some dune areas are fenced/protected. Best at golden hour for warm light and long shadows; weekdays and shoulder seasons offer fewer people.