Located close to the shores of Lake Michigan, just 50 miles south-east of Chicago, Chesterton is a leafy suburb which is an ideal day-trip destination. The area around Chesterton is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, who come here to visit the Indiana Dunes State Park, Bowles Bog and the Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve. Each these outdoor recreational areas offer excellent hiking trails and brilliant bird watching. If you visit on a Saturday (May to October) you can spend a few hours strolling around the Chesterton European Market, where you can meet local farmers and stock up on fresh produce and crafts. Wine lovers can visit a few of the local wineries for a tour and tasting.

Indiana Dunes State Park

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Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve

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