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Dogs at Indiana Dunes State Park

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Limited access

Leashed dogs can hike almost any trail at Indiana Dunes State Park, but they're not allowed on the swimming beach.

Dogs can use any trail except the Great Marsh Trail, Pinhook Bog, and the equestrian portion of Glenwood Dunes Trail; they're welcome east of the swim beach/pavilion but not on the designated swimming beach itself.

Where dogs are allowed

Dogs can use any trail except the Great Marsh Trail, Pinhook Bog, and the equestrian portion of Glenwood Dunes Trail; they're welcome east of the swim beach/pavilion but not on the designated swimming beach itself.

Where dogs are not allowed

The swimming beach, Great Marsh Trail, Pinhook Bog, and the equestrian section of Glenwood Dunes Trail.

Good to know

6-foot leash max; no retractable leashes.

Leash rule

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

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Last verified 2026-07-09
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Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Indiana Dunes State Park?

Leashed dogs can hike almost any trail at Indiana Dunes State Park, but they're not allowed on the swimming beach. Dogs can use any trail except the Great Marsh Trail, Pinhook Bog, and the equestrian portion of Glenwood Dunes Trail; they're welcome east of the swim beach/pavilion but not on the designated swimming beach itself.

What is the leash rule at Indiana Dunes State Park?

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Where are dogs not allowed at Indiana Dunes State Park?

The swimming beach, Great Marsh Trail, Pinhook Bog, and the equestrian section of Glenwood Dunes Trail.

Are service animals allowed at Indiana Dunes State Park?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.