Visit West Beach In Indiana, A Hidden Gem Beach That Has Its Very Own Dune Trail

West Beach is a hidden gem in Gary, Indiana. Along with being a great spot to relax and enjoy water views looking out over Lake Michigan, you can spend time hiking the local dune trail that runs besides the beach. Located in Indiana Jones State Park, West Beach is an ideal destination for a day trip with friends and family. To maximize your time at West Beach, you can also rent a pavilion shelter for the day and use it as a base while you play in the water, picnic, and hike the Dunes Succession Trail.

Located on West Beach, the Dunes Succession Trail is a one mile in and out trail that takes hikers through the different phases of how the dunes were developed.

The nearby boardwalk is ideal for getting some exercise and enjoying the fresh air.

Feel free to pack a picnic when you spend the day relaxing on the beach.

Be sure to have your camera with you too so you don't miss spectacular views like this rainbow.

After you've hiked the nearby trail and learned about how the sand dunes, spend some more taking in the water views.

Your jaw might drop when you see the stunning Chicago skyline in the distance.

Be prepared to be mesmerized if you hit the West Beach at night!

If you'd like to explore the of West Beach in Indiana, you can start the trail walk towards the beach shoreline, go through the park beach house and follow the boardwalk to the "dune head." What a marvelous summer adventure!

If you'd like to explore more beaches in Indiana after checking out West Beach, take a look at this article: The Hidden Beaches Road Trip That Will Show You Northern Indiana Like Never Before.