Mount Baldy
Address
101 Rice St. (US Hwy 12), Michigan City, IN 46360
Contact
Phone: (219) 395-1882
Alt Phone: (219) 926-7561
Fax: (219) 395-1767
About
The largest "living" dune in the National Park. Mount Baldy is currently moving about four feet every year. Hiking adventures are led by rangers from the National Park Service. As the dune moves, it buries everything in its path, including trees. Scientists continue to study this important area of the ever-changing lakeshore. Call the Visitor Center for information on guided tours as even with the beach open, the dune at Mounty Baldy will remain closed for public safety.
Events:
Mount Baldy Guided Summit Hike
Dates: May 12 - June 23, 2019Check website for times
Meet at the Mount Baldy parking lot for a ranger-led hike to the top of the beautiful and famous Mount Baldy. The views of Lake Michigan and the surrounding area are spectacular. No reservation required. Hikes will be held every Friday in June.
Mount Baldy Open House
Dates: June 02 - June 30, 2019Check website for times
Explore the issues and science around the park's largest living dune. Drop by the Mt. Baldy parking lot to talk with park staff and enjoy hands-on activities. Held every Sunday in June.
Mount Baldy Guided Summit Hike
Dates: June 07 - June 28, 2019Check website for times
This summer join a ranger for a climb to the top of famous Mount Baldy. Even though the dune is closed for general public use, these ranger-led events allow visitors to experience the beauty and spectacular views from the tallest dune in the national park. Hikes will be held every Friday in June.
Mount Baldy Guided Summit Hike - Fridays
Dates: July 05 - July 26, 2019Check website for times
Meet at the Mount Baldy parking lot for a ranger-led hike to the top of the beautiful and famous Mount Baldy. The views of Lake Michigan and the surrounding area are spectacular. No reservation required. Hikes will be held every Friday in July.
Mount Baldy Open House
Dates: July 07 - July 28, 2019Check website for times
Explore the issues and science around the park's largest living dune. Drop by the Mt. Baldy parking lot to talk with park staff and enjoy hands-on activities. Held every Sunday in July.
Mount Baldy Open House
Dates: August 04 - August 25, 2019Check website for times
Explore the issues and science around the park's largest living dune. Drop by the Mt. Baldy parking lot to talk with park staff and enjoy hands-on activities. Held every Sunday in August.
Mount Baldy Summit Sunset Hike
Dates: August 09 - August 30, 20197-9pm (CT)
Meet at the Mount Baldy parking lot for a ranger-led hike to the top of the beautiful and famous Mount Baldy. The sunset over Lake Michigan and the surrounding area are spectacular. No reservation required. This hike is held on every Friday in August (except 8/2/19).
Mount Baldy Summit Hike
Date: Friday, August 30, 2019Check website for times
Meet at the Mount Baldy parking lot for a ranger-led hike to the top of the beautiful and famous Mount Baldy. The views of Lake Michigan and the surrounding area are spectacular. No reservation required.
Mount Baldy Open House
Date: Sunday, September 01, 2019Check website for times
Explore the issues and science around the park's largest living dune. Drop by the Mt. Baldy parking lot to talk with park staff and enjoy hands-on activities. Held every Sunday in August.
Mount Baldy Open House
Date: Sunday, September 08, 2019Check website for times
Explore the issues and science around the park's largest living dune. Drop by the Mt. Baldy parking lot to talk with park staff and enjoy hands-on activities. Held every Sunday in August.