Fly & Drive guide
Fly into MGC, drive to Indiana Dunes National Park
Your route
MGC
Michigan City Municipal Airport
Indiana Dunes National Park
About 32 min · 21 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to MGC
Compare fares into Michigan City Municipal Airport.
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02Car at MGC
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Indiana Dunes National Park. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Indiana Dunes National Park
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Indiana Dunes National Park
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04Cabins & homes near Indiana Dunes National Park
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Before you land
Reservations
Park Entry Pass and Camping Requirements
Indiana Dunes National Park requires a per-vehicle entry pass, which can be purchased at the Visitor Center or West Beach entrance. The Dunewood Campground requires advanced reservations through the federal portal; sites are not available for walk-ups during the summer. Note that the adjacent Indiana Dunes State Park is a separate entity requiring its own entry fee and distinct reservation system for its campground.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
May – September
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Indiana Dunes National Park?
Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from MGC to Indiana Dunes National Park?
Roughly 32 min (about 21 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Indiana Dunes National Park?
Indiana Dunes National Park requires a per-vehicle entry pass, which can be purchased at the Visitor Center or West Beach entrance. The Dunewood Campground requires advanced reservations through the federal portal; sites are not available for walk-ups during the summer. Note that the adjacent Indiana Dunes State Park is a separate entity requiring its own entry fee and distinct reservation system for its campground.