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Long Lake Trail

Name: Long Lake Trail
Rating: 2

Recommended by 2 hikers

This Highlight goes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Indiana Dunes National Park

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Location: Portage, Porter County, Indiana, United States

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1. West Beach 3-Loop Trail — Indiana Dunes National Park

5.58km

01:27

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Long Lake Trail loop from Ogden Dunes

3.28km

00:51

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Long Lake Trail – West Beach Trails loop from Portage/Ogden Dunes

10.5km

02:43

60m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Sue

May 29, 2025

This trail runs alongside Long Lake, with breathtaking views right after the first climb. After crossing the entrance road, it meanders through the rolling dunes before making a steep descent into the picnic area, eventually leading you back to the parking lot. The trail connects to the West Beach and Dune Succession Trails, ideal for a fantastic loop through the park with fantastic views of the lake and wetlands, where you'll see plenty of wildlife all along the way.

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November 4, 2023

Long Lake Loop Trail follows along Long Lake and connects the dune forest north of West Beach Road with the West Beach and Dunes Succession Trails. There are various a great views to Long Lake. The trail winds through the undulating dunes and then has some considerable ascents/descents. The hike may take longer than anticipated due the loose footing of walking in the sand.
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Distance 319 m

Uphill 0 m

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Location: Portage, Porter County, Indiana, United States

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Long Lake Trail

1. West Beach 3-Loop Trail — Indiana Dunes National Park

2. Long Lake Trail loop from Ogden Dunes

3. Long Lake Trail – West Beach Trails loop from Portage/Ogden Dunes

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