Indiana, beste Strände

A serene and picturesque beach nestled in a semi-private area of northwest Indiana, offering a refreshing escape from the bustling and noisy city beaches typical of Chicago and even Indiana Dunes. Its tranquil location makes it incredibly relaxing. There is ample parking available; you pay at the card machines and place your paper receipt on your dashboard to inform security that you've paid. The parking rates are reasonable, averaging $12.50 for two hours. You can extend your time in half-hour or hour increments until 6pm, which is when the beach closes. Security personnel inform everyone of the 6pm closing time. Large trash cans are available on the beach, but be cautious of bees that tend to swarm around them. Outdoor showers are conveniently located near the parking lot for rinsing off sand, and there are large port-o-potties near the showers as well. Note that there is no lifeguard on duty, so swimming is at your own risk. The water depth reaches up to 5'6", which is quite comfortable. The charming town of Whiting is easy and interesting to navigate through on the way to the beach, giving the impression of being in another state. However, be aware that you might be delayed by freight trains, Amtrak, etc., for up to 30+ minutes just before the beach entrance, as happened to me. Initially, everyone seemed impatient, but when the gates finally lifted, cheers erupted from multiple cars.

This place is incredibly clean and tranquil! Lifeguards are on duty until 6 pm, ensuring safety and monitoring for any issues. It seems like not many people are aware of this spot, as it’s not crowded at all.

Die Aussicht am Strand war unglaublich friedlich und meine Familie hatte eine wundervolle Zeit, die Ruhe zu genießen.

Wir sind auf einen echten Schatz gestoßen! Als wir ankamen, war der Strand fast leer, aber es war kurz vor einem Regenschauer. Wir unterhielten uns mit einem anderen Strandbesucher, der uns warnte, dass es ziemlich voll werden könnte. Am Strand gibt es zwar ausreichend Platz, die Parkmöglichkeiten sind jedoch begrenzt.