What is the difference between Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and Indiana Dunes State Park the same?
A. Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is a federal park managed by the U.S. Department of the Interior/National Park Service. Indiana Dunes State Park is a state park managed by Indiana’s Department of Natural Resources. Q. Can I use my metal detector in the park? A. Metal detectors are not permitted in any area of the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Q. Where is Mount. Baldy? A. Mount. Baldy is located on the eastern end of the national lakeshore on U.S. Highway 12. This is just west of Michigan City. more… Q. Where can I launch a boat into Lake Michigan? A. You may launch your boat at Burns Ditch – Portage Marina, several private marinas, Lake Street Beach (Gary/Miller), Washington Park (Michigan City). Q. May I ride my horse in the park? A. The Ly-co-ki-we Trail is the only place in the park that permits horseback riding. Rental horses are not available, so bring your own. Q. Can I get married in the park? A. You may apply for a special use permit for a wedding in the park. Q. Can
