Photo of Porter Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Porter Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Porter Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Porter Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Porter Beach and the settlement

Photo of Porter Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.4

Very good

Porter Beach

Porter, United States

#1 out of 7 in Indiana

8.4

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Dune Acres • 2.5 km

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About

Porter Beach is located on the Michigan lake and it is in the 1th place out of 7 beaches in the Indiana region 223.9 km away from its center, the city of Indianapolis. It is one of the beaches of Dune Acres settlement, just 2.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Porter Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Porter Beach is located in Indiana within Dune Acres, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +21 ^o C

Air temperature

5.5 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

0 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Dune Acres • 2.5 km

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

Dune Acres • 2.5km

Main locality of province

Indianapolis • 223.9km

Transport

Airport

MGC • 20.5km

Bus Station

95th Street Red Line Station • 47.1km

Train Station

Adam Benjamin JR Metro Center • 23.9km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Porter Beach?

The coastline of Porter Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Porter Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Porter Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Porter Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Porter Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Porter Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Porter Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Porter Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Porter Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

What are the key audiences of Porter Beach?

Porter Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (caravans / tent)

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Porter Beach?

The bar is located right on the Porter Beach.

How far is the Porter Beach from parking?

The Porter Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Porter Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Porter Beach is July. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in July, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 0°C and water -2°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Porter Beach (Indiana) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Porter Beach (Indiana) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.