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Join Us to Dash for the Dunes!

June 22, 2024 – 8:00AM – West Beach – 376 North County Line Rd, Gary, IN

Join Save the Dunes in the Indiana Dunes National Park for our annual Dunes Dash 5K – this year in a new location! On June 22nd, we’ll be hitting the trails of scenic West Beach for this fun race. Register today, or scroll down to learn about sponsorship options.

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Things To Know

  • Registration is open now for our 5k route and our 1 mile Kids Fun Run
  • Early registration is $30 for the 5k and $15 for the Kids Fun Run.
  • Both avid and novice runners/walkers are encouraged to participate
  • Tshirts may be added on for $15 with registrations received before June 2

Day-Of Details

  • An Indiana Dunes National Park passes will be required to enter the parking lot. If you need a park pass you may purchase one at the gate, or purchase in advance on the registration page or in-person at our office.
  • Check-In begins at 7:00 AM
  • Race begins at 8:00 AM
  • The event will be professionally timed by T&H Timing
  • Awards will be given to the top finishers

To ensure the Indiana Dunes is accessible to all during our event, please reach out to office@savedunes.org for more race information or to obtain a no cost park pass.

Race Routes

2024 Dunes Dash T-Shirt

Register by May 31st 2024 to secure your 2024 commemorative Dunes Dash T-shirt in a heather purple cotton. 

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Sponsorship Opportunities

We are now seeking sponsors to help make this year’s Dunes Dash a success! Becoming a Dunes Dash sponsor is a great opportunity to support our event and our mission of protecting and advocating for the Indiana Dunes. Please email lisa@savedunes.org with questions or to learn about our convenient Dual Event Sponsorship Options.
Become a Dunes Dash Sponsor

444 Barker Road
Michigan City, IN 46360
219-879-3564 phone
office@savedunes.org

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Save the Dunes is a 501(c)3 non-profit environmental advocacy organization in Northwest Indiana with roots in establishing Indiana’s only National Park. We work to protect the Indiana Dunes and Lake Michigan through meaningful conservation, advocacy, and community engagement that increases the overall health and vitality of our region. 

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Save the Dunes is now selling National Park Passes! Your Pass allows you to access any and all Indiana Dunes National Park beaches, trailheads, and parking lots while enjoying the beauty of the Indiana Dunes and beyond. 10% of funds from passes purchased through Save the Dunes will go directly to supporting our mission.

Email or call us at 219-879-3564 to schedule a time to purchase your pass at our office at 444 Barker Road, Michigan City. Or come see us at any of our in-person events! 

Pass Options:

  • 7-Day Indiana Dunes National Park Pass — $25
  • Annual Indiana Dunes National Park Pass — $45
  • Annual America the Beautiful National Park Pass — $80
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