National Parks in Indiana
Indiana has one national park: Indiana Dunes National Park. None of them requires an entry reservation.
Fees and rules checked against NPS.gov · Updated October 6, 2026
At a glance
| Park | Entry | Reservation | Best time to go | How long to stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana Dunes | $25 per car | Not required | June through September is best for swimming and beach days, while May and September through October bring migrating birds, wildflowers and fewer crowds. | One day covers a beach and a couple of trails; two days lets you add Cowles Bog, the historic sites and a sunset. |
Nearby parks in other states
- Gateway Arch National ParkMissouri · about 266 miles as the crow flies
- Cuyahoga Valley National ParkOhio · about 286 miles as the crow flies
- Mammoth Cave National ParkKentucky · about 311 miles as the crow flies
- New River Gorge National ParkWest Virginia · about 401 miles as the crow flies
- Isle Royale National ParkMichigan · about 455 miles as the crow flies
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