The Best Hiking in Gary

Paul H. Douglas (Miller Woods) Trail is a 3.5 mile out and back hike that takes you by a lake located near Gary, Indiana.

Prairie Duneland Trail is a 10.3 mile point-to-point hike that takes you by a river located near Chesterton, Indiana.

Gibsons Woods Trail is a 2.2 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Hammond, Indiana.

With easy parking and access to restrooms, West Beach Loop (also known as Loop 2) is a great family-friendly option in Indiana Dunes National Park. The park is located near Geary, Indiana and is approximately a 40 mile drive from Chicago.  Pets are permitted on-leash, but are not permitted in th...

West Beach 3-Loop Trail is a 3.4 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Portage, Indiana.

This hike provides a great opportunity to explore the variable landscape and terrain in Indiana Dunes National Park. From the parking lot head north on a paved walkway toward Lake Michigan's shoreline. Next, walk down the boardwalk to the beach. Once you reach the coast, you'll have amazing view...

Hoosier Prairie Nature Preserve is a 0.8 mile loop hike that takes you past scenic views located near Schererville, Indiana.

Iron Horse Heritage Trail is a 2.4 mile point-to-point hike that takes you by a river located near Portage, Indiana.

Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk Trail is a 2.2 mile out and back hike that takes you by a river located near Portage, Indiana.

Imagination Glen is a 6.9 mile loop hike that takes you past wildlife located near Chesterton, Indiana.

Erie Lackawanna Trail is a 16.1 mile point-to-point hike that is good for all skill levels located near Crown Point, Indiana.

Burnham Greenway Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Calumet City, Illinois.

Thorn Creek Red Paved Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Chicago Heights, Illinois.

Thorn Creek Bicycle Trail is an out-and-back trail that is good for all skill levels located near Lansing, Illinois.

Dogwood, Pines, Lost Beach Loop is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Calumet City, Illinois.

Little Calumet River and Mnoke Prairie Trail is a 3.9 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Chesterton, Indiana.