There’s nothing like a simple, low-key drive down a scenic highway in the good ol’ Hoosier State. Indiana’s Lake Michigan area has a shoreline drive that features immaculate views of stunning forests, charming small towns, and the endless blue waters of the lake, and you’ve got to see it all.
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If you love Lake Michigan, there’s a scenic shoreline drive through Indiana that will take you past some of the best views of this Great Lake. The Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is full of fun ways to enjoy this unique part of the state, and this may very well be the best.
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Beginning in Gary, this 21.8-mile scenic drive takes you all the way over to Michigan City along the East Dunes Highway. You’ll pass through quaint little towns, gorgeous country estates, and many natural wonders other than the lake.
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This shoreline drive is about more than just Lake Michigan. The road also passes through immaculate forests that are lovely anytime of year.
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You’ll definitely want to bring a camera along for this trip. Driving it straight will only take you about 40 minutes, but you’ll likely want to slow down or stop multiple times along the way for views like this.
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There are many places to pull off and park along E Dunes Highway. Whether you’re looking for a full day by the beach or just an hour of scenic viewing, you’ll find it along Indiana’s Lake Michigan Shoreline Scenic Drive.
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The Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is 15,000 acres of sand dunes, forests, rivers, valleys, swamps, and prairies. Enjoy a cool and quick ride past these natural wonders for a day you’ll never forget.
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For more relaxing trips like this, check out these 13 country roads in Indiana that will make for the most scenic drives anytime of year.
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October is an especially lovely time to take this drive as the leaves will be changing all month long.
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If you’ve ever taken this shoreline drive, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.
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