Welcome to Miller Beach, Gary, where the Indiana Dunes National Park begins.

Dine or Shop in Downtown Miller Beach

Relax and Play

Garyโ€™s Miller Beach neighborhood is located at the southernmost point of Lake Michigan, nestled within 5 miles of sandy beaches and surrounded by the Indiana Dunes National Park. Experience multicolor sunsets, stunning Chicago skyline views, and the wild beauty of the dunes.

Hike and Bike

Miller Beach sits at the heart of over 20 miles of interconnected biking and hiking trails. Explore this neighborhoodโ€™s unique trail system linking the Miller South Shore train station, the Indiana Dunes National Park, the Marquette Greenway, and more.

Shop and Dine

Miller Beach is a little neighborhood with a big heart. Visit our walkable downtown with its unique shops, art, restaurants, and street murals. Located just 35 miles from the Chicago Loop, just next to the Miller train stop on the South Shore Train Line.

  • "Sandy ridges of wooded pines, serene footbridges over natural ponds, and the feeling of some faraway world"

    -The New York Times

Hidden Gem

Located on the south shore of Lake Michigan, Marquette Park offers public beaches, rolling sand dunes, historical monuments, playgrounds, public amenities, picnic areas, and miles of paved hiking and biking trails.

Credit: Tommy Gonzales Photography

Birds in the Dunes

The Indiana Dunes is ranked one of the โ€œbest national parks to go birdingโ€ by the National Parks Conservation Association and a place to โ€œsee an abundance of birdsโ€ by The Audubon Society. Learn more about how to see amazing migrations at Miller Beach.

Native Plants and Flowers

Did you know Indiana Dunes National Park is the United Statesโ€™ 5th most bio diverse national park? Visit Miller Beach to see plants and flowers that are native to the Indiana Dunes and the Midwest.

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