West Beach through Ogden Dunes, and maybe Succession Trail: Moderate Hike
Details
Time 11am CT, 1pm ET
This is a path through West Beach that we rarely take.
We'll go by Long lake, probably see some waterbirds, then exit the national park and walk along the planetary trail that displays a scale model of the solar system. We'll pass through Ogden Dunes, and return to the beach. After a 1/2 mile on the sand, the energetic can take the stairs up the Succession Trail, and everyone else can take the paved road back to the parking lot.
Difficulty
The full route including the Succession Trail is a moderately hard hike of 3.5 miles. Skipping the stairs is slightly less distance but notably easier.
Don't worry, you don't have to decide which way you want to go until we get to the stairs.
Location:
We'll gather near the far end of the parking lot, near the bathrooms, and the the path to the beach. Basically you want to keep driving until you can't go any further.
West Beach,
Gary IN 46403
Coordinates: 41.62258° N, 87.20811° W
Make sure your GPS is pointed to the right place. Once you see signs for West Beach follow them.
Link to my planned Route:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/west-beach-to-ogden-dunes-c535e3a
Details
• Dogs are allowed on leash
• Bring some water
• Bathrooms are next to the parking lot
• In case of bad weather the hike may be bumped to Sunday
Parking
Parking is overseen by the National Park system. The Indiana Dunes National Park pass, and "America the Beautiful - Interagency Pass" are both valid.
State Park passes are not accepted.
You can call or text me at 217-717-7860 for last minute questions or details.
Hope to see you there,
Jonathan
West Beach through Ogden Dunes, and maybe Succession Trail: Moderate Hike