Host Your Wedding At The Indiana Dunes

Say, “I Dune!” Let a windswept coastline, dreamy pink sunset, and miles of stunning beaches set the scene for your big day. From intimate lakeside ceremonies to upscale ballroom receptions, we have everything you need to achieve your dream wedding.

Beach Weddings

Sandy toes, crashing waves, and not a dry eye in the crowd. We give a whole new meaning to “destination beach wedding.” Instead of heading down South, why not bring everyone to Indiana’s Cool North along the shores of Lake Michigan. Between the Indiana Dunes State Park and Indiana Dunes National Park beaches, our beautiful selection of sandy stretches offer a stunning backdrop for your special day.

A path through the grass leading to the shore

National Park Weddings

The beaches and inland properties of the Indiana Dunes National Park, including West Beach, and Kemil Beach provide the perfect spot for weddings of all sizes. Restricted to ceremonies only, you’ll need to obtain a special use permit for your event. Please note that a permit does not grant exclusive use of the site nor guarantee parking.

National Park Wedding Info

West Beach

376 N. County Line Rd.
219-395-1882

A bathhouse, a huge swath of sand, and a stationed summer lifeguard make this beach one of the most…

Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk

100 Riverwalk Rd.
219-395-1882

Formerly an industrial site, this 57-acre area features an enclosed pavilion with seasonal food…

Kemil Beach

27 N. East State Park Rd.
219-395-1882

Enjoy one of the most scenic drives in Porter County on your way to the Kemil Beach parking lots…

Dunbar Beach

300 W. Lake Front Dr.
219-395-1882

Parking is limited at this prime spot near the Lake View Picnic Area and the historic Century of…

Paul H. Douglas Trail (Formerly Miller Woods)

100 N. Lake St.
219-395-1882

Black oaks dominate savanna woodlands that are home to 287 recorded species of plants and animals…

State Park Weddings

With 2,182 acres of beach, it’s a stunning place to hold your nature-inspired ceremony. Simple decorations are allowed, but they must be removed immediately after the ceremony. All weddings between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekend can begin no earlier than 6:30 pm and entrance fees still apply to your guests (although arrangements can be made to pay all entrance fees prior to your event). All events must be pre-approved by the property manager at least two weeks in advance and only for the current calendar year.

For more Indiana Dunes State Park guidelines contact the park at 219-926-1952.