Aug 23, 2024 · Currents and wave action carry floating ice to the shore at Indiana Dunes National Park, and if temperatures are low enough, the ice begins to crash together, stack up and grow. This crusty layer thickens, but never freezes to the lake's bottom.

To see if shelf ice is present on the lake, you can contact Indiana Dunes National Park at 219-395-1882. Beautiful to look at and tempting to traverse, these shelf ice formations are dangerous and caution must be taken when visiting the South Shore's beaches to view them.

Take advanatge of winter's stillness and enjoy frozen scenes around Lake Michigan's southern shore. Observe changes in the landscape as winter's grabs hold of the region. Blankets of snow, evergreen trees, and a frozen shore offer scenes that look more like the …

Whether you want an easy stroll with views of frozen Lake Michigan and snow-covered woods or a challenging climb on towering sand dunes, we’ve got the perfect winter hot spots for chilly days.

Plan a break from everyday life during a winter vacation along the South Shore of Lake Michigan. Discover the snowy landscapes of the Indiana Dunes, enjoy your favorite winter activities like ice skating and sledding, and check out holiday light displays.

Jan 20, 2025 · The formations can be viewed at any beach but Whiting’s Lakefront at Whihala Beach, West Beach, or Lake View in Beverly Shores are visitor favorites. The Michigan City Lighthouse and Pier also offers a breathtaking view when frozen and offers great photography if you can brave the chilly air. Be warned, shelf ice is not stable and extremely ...

Nov 26, 2024 · Consider visiting Indiana Dunes National Park, which transforms into a snowy wonderland during the winter. Highlights include the Glenwood Dunes Trails and Tolleston Dunes Trail. Intermediate and advanced skiers should check out Stoney Run County Park, offering seven miles of moderate snow trails.

Nov 9, 2020 · Located in the far northwest corner of Indiana, the Indiana Dunes Area is widely known for summertime fun with its sandy beaches on the shores of Lake Michigan. But don’t count this destination out for a winter visit. When the snow falls, the Dunes offer a …

Feb 13, 2014 · The Lake Michigan shelf ice that has developed this winter is both beautiful and potentially deadly, according to Indiana Dunes State Park interpretive naturalist Brad Bumgardner. Bumgardner says people should stay off the shelf ice, which is much weaker than ice sheets that form on inland lakes.

Feb 28, 2019 · The frozen expanse of Lake Michigan crowds against shoreline dunes at Indiana Dunes National Park.