Do You Love
Nordhouse Dunes?
We do too! We’re a community of people who are committed to seeing Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area thrive for generations to come!
GIVE
Support special projects such as handing out trowels to visitors, supporting native species, and tackling invasive species.
VOLUNTEER
Join us for special events including clean up days, removing invasive species, improving trails, and more.
VISIT
Learn key tips for visiting Nordhouse and how to properly care for and protect the fragile dune ecosystem.
ON THE BLOG
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What Are Social Trails?
If you’re walking through Nordhouse Dunes, you might come across a trail that’s not on the map. Why is it there, and should you take it?
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What Is a Wilderness Area?
What makes a wilderness area special, and why is that important?
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How to Poop in the Woods
As a wilderness area, Nordhouse Dunes limits the number of man-made structures, including bathrooms and plumbing. There are vault toilets in the parking lot near the Nurnberg Road and Lake Michgan Recreation Area trailheads, but that’s it!
Friends of Nordhouse Dunes 