National parks near Lake County, Indiana
The closest national park to Lake County, Indiana is Indiana Dunes National Park — about 18.1 mi (29.2 km) away, or roughly 43 min of driving.
1 park is close enough to do as a day trip: Indiana Dunes.
National parks near Lake County
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana Dunes National Park | 18.1 mi (29.2 km) | 43 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Gateway Arch National Park | 249 mi (401 km) | 6 hr 20 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Point Pelee National Park | 254 mi (409 km) | 6 hr 28 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cuyahoga Valley National Park | 304 mi (490 km) | 7 hr 39 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Mammoth Cave National Park | 308 mi (496 km) | 7 hr 45 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Bruce Peninsula National Park | 387 mi (623 km) | 9 hr 36 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| New River Gorge National Park | 412 mi (664 km) | 10 hr 13 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Georgian Bay Islands National Park | 444 mi (715 km) | 10 hr 58 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Rouge National Park | 447 mi (719 km) | 11 hr 1 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Isle Royale National Park | 457 mi (736 km) | 11 hr 16 min | Worth a longer road trip |
Towns and cities in Lake County
Common questions
What is the closest national park to Lake County?
Indiana Dunes National Park, about 18.1 mi (29.2 km) away and roughly 43 min of driving.
Which national parks can I visit from Lake County in a day?
Indiana Dunes National Park — all within about three hours' drive.