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Dunbar Group Site

IN · Indiana Dunes National Park

Dunbar Group Site is generally hard to book. Across the 5 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in August (9/10) and eases to its lowest in May (8/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.

Season at a glance

Booking difficulty by month

12-month reservation season
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  5. May8
  6. Jun8
  7. Jul8
  8. Aug9
  9. Sep9
  10. Oct–
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1 · Easy10 · Lottery

Midweek tip: in the busiest month (August), arrivals are lightest on Wednesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.

Booking window

When reservations open

Booking window

Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.

For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.

Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Facilities

Sites & amenities

  • 1 tent-only sites
  • 1 RV sites
  • Max RV length 20 ft

Activities: BEACHCOMBING, BIRDING, CAMPING, BIKING, BOATING, CANOEING, CULTURAL ACTIVITIES, CROSS COUNTRY SKIING, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, HIKING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, KAYAKING, PICNICKING, SCENIC DRIVE, SWIMMING, WATER SPORTS

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Dunbar Group Site?

The group camping fee is $100 per night. There is no discount for senior or access pass holders on group sites. A valid entrance pass or receipt is require for all visitors. You may pay upon arrival or purchase in advance. Indiana Dunes honors Federal interagency passes (annual, senior, access, 4th grade, Golden Age, etc.). For more information, visit the Indiana Dunes Fees & Passes page.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Location

Where it is