Porter Beach Travel Guide
Chesterton


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Popular places to visit

Indiana Dunes State Park
The southern shores of Lake Michigan consist of a stunning dune landscape, which is ideal for hiking, camping, bird-watching, picnicking and swimming.

Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
Explore the great outdoors at Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Porter. Wander the beaches and forests in this family-friendly area.

Waverly Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waverly Beach during your trip to Chesterton? Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy Preserve
Explore the great outdoors at Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy Preserve, a lovely green space in Chesterton. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its cosy cafes.
Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders
You can find out about the history of Porter with a trip to Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders. Wander the beautiful beaches and lakeside in the area.
Lustron House
Find out about the history of Chesterton with a stop at Lustron House. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its cosy cafes.
Things to do

Indiana Dunes National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Porter Beach

Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa
Lots of walking from the front desk to the hotel elevators. Hotel was clean and convenient. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago
Stayed on the 9th floor. Had an odor of bad food or urine by the elevators. The night we chucked in and the next day. Over night a foul odor was emitting into the room At one time, the hotel was premier but that seems to of been a long time ago.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Spring House Inn
Notice it wasn’t as nice as previous stays. No hot chocolate, not much for breakfast, etc. BUT woke up to mice and mice poop took it over the edge.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Merrillville, IN
I don't eat breakfast
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Best Western Indian Oak
I liked the size of the room, one king bed with balcony overlooking the lake. I enjoyed the sounds of the geese and the swan and it was fun watching them every morning and evening. I didn't eat any breakfast there as I like going to breakfast places in town. One negative was the lack of an elevator, ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Tru By Hilton Merrillville
This reservation was CANCELLED because my room was not available after over an hour past check in time. I left a deposit when I got there, and was STILL charged for the whole night. 4 phone calls later, including a message to the manager got us nowhere. The reservation desk assured us that we would ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
