Mount Baldy is not technically a mountain, but a 126-feet (38.4 m) shifting sand dune which moves every year.

North of the mount, there's a swimming beach which is part of the Indiana Dunes National Park.

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January 26, 2024

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1. Mount Baldy Beach Trail

711m

00:11

Hike the easy 0.4-mile Mount Baldy Beach Trail in Indiana Dunes National Park to reach Lake Michigan and enjoy dune views.

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2. Singing Sands Trail

6.33km

01:37

20m

Hike the easy 3.9-mile Singing Sands Trail in Indiana Dunes National Park, gaining 56 feet of elevation to explore Mount Baldy.

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3. Mount Baldy – Mount Baldy loop from Town of Pines

7.90km

02:02

30m

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

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Elevation 200 m

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Sunday 22 March

21°C

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Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Location: Michigan City, Laporte County, Indiana, United States

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1. Mount Baldy Beach Trail

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3. Mount Baldy – Mount Baldy loop from Town of Pines

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