Indiana park closures & advisories

10 current advisories — including 5 full closures across Indiana's state parks and national parks. Confirm with the park before you go.

Indiana Dunes National Park

Closure

National Park Service

Marquette Greenway construction will require closing sections of the Glenwood Dunes Trail (April–December 2026) and Little Calumet River / Mnoké Prairie Trail (May–December 2026). Closure dates may shift as work progresses. Please follow all posted closures and check the park website or NPS App for updates.

Updated Jul 7, 2026Official notice ↗

Indiana Dunes National Park

Closure

National Park Service

The middle boardwalk was lost due to a tree strike, making the full loop inaccessible. At this time, there is no timeline for replacement.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Indiana Dunes National Park

Closure

National Park Service

Partially open. Persistent flooding west of the campground currently limits access to the entire trail. Hikers may not always be able to traverse the full length.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Indiana Dunes National Park

Closure

National Park Service

Closed. The trail is undergoing tree removal and rerouting due to riverbank collapse. It is expected to reopen in the fall, after mosquito activity decreases.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Indiana Dunes National Park

Closure

National Park Service

Closed. The Woodland Trail is closed indefinitely, and no reopening date is available. However, the paved Oak Savannah Trail remains open.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

Information

National Park Service

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park is located in the Eastern Time Zone. The memorial closes 15 minutes before the visitor center.

Updated Sep 28, 2025Official notice ↗

Indiana Dunes National Park

Caution

National Park Service

The main road navigating to West Beach is now blocked due to construction at the railroad crossing near the intersection of North County Rd and Route 12 until September 19. Please use the alternative route to West Beach as described on the park's status page.

Updated Sep 8, 2026Official notice ↗

Indiana Dunes National Park

Caution

National Park Service

Closed portion of Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk Trail along Burns Waterway due to unsafe conditions from erosional damage. This trail portion will remain closed while funding is sought for repair work. Pier access remains open on either side of closure.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Indiana Dunes National Park

Information

National Park Service

For more information on storm related repairs and other park conditions like beach and hiking safety visit our park status page.

Updated Sep 4, 2026Official notice ↗

Indiana Dunes National Park

Caution

National Park Service

After recent storms, E. coli levels are likely to reach above safe swimming standards. Entering the water after heavy rainfall is never recommended. Know before you go and always check our Beach Safety page before heading to park beaches.

Updated Aug 24, 2026Official notice ↗

← All states · Sources: California State Parks & the National Park Service. Conditions change; always confirm before traveling.

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