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4.21 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.21
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US HWY 12 Through the Indiana Dunes

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on May 31, 2009

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June 14, 2012
This is my favorite place to camp & swim in…
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June 29, 2009
My husband and I rode this route yesterday (6-28…
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Written Directions

This ride starts in Portage Indiana at the intersection of Indiana HWY 249 and US Highway 12. Take Highway 12 west until you reach Michigan City.

Scenery

A winding two lane highway through the Indiana dunes National Lakeshore. Fall foliage is gorgeous, although anytime of year it is a beautiful ride.

Drive Enjoyment

This highway is flat, with quite a few sweeping turns. It is blacktop, and very well maintained, with very few (if any) potholes.

Tourism Opportunities

This highway is adjacent to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore so there is camping, public beaches on Lake Michigan, and picnic areas. There are also historic homes to view not far from the highway in Beverly Shores on the lakefront. There are fuel stops and a restaurant or two. There is also Michigan Citys light house at Franklin Park, a zoo and a pier. For your shopping needs there is the Lighthouse Mall which is a name brand outlet mall in Michigan City.

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Guest
November 3, 2013
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Motorcycle Type : Touring
Probably the best ride up threw 12 but turn up 35 to johnson rd to gold ring road very smooth and curvy threw tere as well and adds a couple hours to your sunday cruise
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April 30, 2010
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Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
my brother and I enjoy this ride,.we take it to stake and lube(thay have bike night on Wed.)
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July 4, 2009
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Motorcycle Type : Touring
No offense to the submitter but this wouldnt be my choice of a good ride. Personally I felt the ride going East on 1000N from US12 to US31 by South Bend was a better part of the ride. It's a county rode so be prepared to dodge a few rough spots. Thanks for the suggestion and if you live in that part of IN give it a ride.
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