About this city
Also known as: The Duneland Gateway
Chesterton is a culturally vibrant, picturesque town located in Duneland region of Porter County, northwestern Indiana, situated right at the southern tip of Lake Michigan. Established in 1852 along the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway, it serves as the premier gateway community to Indiana Dunes National Park and the adjoining state park. Chesterton boasts a highly dynamic, historic downtown district defined by sophisticated art galleries, boutique shopping, and a celebrated independent culinary scene. It beautifully pairs its exceptional immediate access to massive lakefront dunes, rare savannas, and expansive beaches with an artistic, upscale small-town residential charm.
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Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Hike the challenging, towering sand dunes or relax on the pristine beaches at Indiana Dunes National Park and State Park. Browse the bustling, open-air Chesterton European Market for artisan crafts and fresh foods on weekends. Discover local heritage displays at the historic Westchester Migrating Bird Museum. Explore fine arts galleries along the Thomas Street corridor.
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