State Parks Near Hammond, Indiana
10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Hammond, including 9 parks across the line in Illinois and Michigan. The closest is William W. Powers State Recreation Area, about 4 mi northwest of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- William W. Powers State Recreation Area4 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 10 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 6parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 1pets allowed
State parks near Hammond, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Hammond; driving distance is usually longer.
William W. Powers State Recreation Area
William W. Powers State Recreation Area is a recreation area in Cook County, in Burnham.
Hours, fees and rules for William W. Powers State Recreation Area →Indiana Dunes State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, winter sports, fishing, wildlife watching, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for Indiana Dunes State Park →Kankakee River State Park
Overnight options include 2 camping areas, with tent sites. The park says there are no showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Kankakee River State Park →Channahon State Park
In Will County, in Channahon, Channahon State Park covers about 4 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Channahon State Park →Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area
Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 4,531-acre recreation area in Will County, about 4 miles northwest of Wilmington.
Hours, fees and rules for Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area →Iroquois County State Wildlife Area
In Iroquois County, about 16 miles southeast of Kankakee, Iroquois County State Wildlife Area covers about 2,946 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Iroquois County State Wildlife Area →James "Pate" Philip State Park
James "Pate" Philip State Park is a park in DuPage County, about 2 miles north of Wayne.
Hours, fees and rules for James "Pate" Philip State Park →Heidecke Lake SFWA
Heidecke Lake SFWA is a state fish and wildlife area in Grundy County, about 5 miles east of Morris.
Hours, fees and rules for Heidecke Lake SFWA →Warren Woods State Park
Warren Woods State Park is a 311-acre park in Berrien County, about 3 miles north of Three Oaks.
Hours, fees and rules for Warren Woods State Park →Mazonia-Braidwood State Fish and Wildlife Area
Mazonia-Braidwood State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 2,816-acre recreation area in Grundy County, about 3 miles northeast of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Mazonia-Braidwood State Fish and Wildlife Area →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Hammond
- Indiana Dunes State Park 23 mi east · Campground listed
- Kankakee River State Park 38 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Channahon State Park 40 mi west · Campground listed
- Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area 41 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Iroquois County State Wildlife Area 44 mi south · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Hammond
- Indiana Dunes State Park 23 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Hammond
- Indiana Dunes State Park 23 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Hammond
- Indiana Dunes State Park 23 mi east · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Hammond
- Indiana Dunes State Park 23 mi east · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Hammond
What is the closest state park to Hammond?
William W. Powers State Recreation Area is the closest, about 4 miles northwest of Hammond in a straight line. Next are Indiana Dunes State Park and Kankakee River State Park.
How many state parks are near Hammond?
10 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Hammond have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Indiana Dunes State Park, Kankakee River State Park and Channahon State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Hammond?
Yes, at 1 park, including Indiana Dunes State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Hammond?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Portage, IN16 mi east
- Near Chicago, IL18 mi northwest
- Near Orland Park, IL19 mi west
- Near Wheaton, IL36 mi northwest
- Near Schaumburg, IL42 mi northwest
- Near Aurora, IL42 mi west
- Near Morris, IL51 mi west
- Near Elgin, IL52 mi northwest
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.