Ogden Dunes Indiana Map
Ogden Dunes, Indiana — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Ogden Dunes, Porter County.
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| City | Ogden Dunes |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| County | Porter |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 41.622815 |
| Longitude | -87.191702 |
| Population | 1,140 |
| Density | 630.6 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Ogden Dunes, Indiana
Ogden Dunes is a locality in Porter County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,140. The population density is 630.6 people per km². Ogden Dunes is located at 41.6228°N, 87.1917°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 46368.
Ogden Dunes rises from the shifting sands and whispering pines along the southern edge of a vast, inland sea. It lies 3.3 miles north-north-west of Portage, IN (from Portage, IN: bearing 346°T), and is situated 8.2 miles east-north-east of Gary. Here, the land itself seems to breathe, the dunes like slumbering giants whose forms are perpetually reshaped by the persistent breath of the wind. Tall grasses, resilient and emerald, cling to their slopes, their feathery tops catching the sunlight in a dance that mirrors the ceaseless motion of the waves. The air carries the clean, sharp scent of pine needles mingled with the briny tang of Lake Michigan, a refreshing perfume that speaks of wildness and open horizons. Even at midday, a certain stillness pervades, a quietude broken only by the cry of gulls and the distant rumble of the surf, suggesting a place that remembers ancient rhythms. This remarkable stretch of coastline owes its existence to the glacial forces that once sculpted this region, leaving behind a unique topography of towering sand hills and sheltered hollows. Ogden Dunes was established in the early 20th century, a vision of a secluded summer retreat and a testament to the allure of the lakefront. Its early days were marked by an ambitious spirit, drawing residents and visitors to its shores for leisure and respite. Though the grander hotels of its nascent period have long since faded, the spirit of a quiet, discerning community endures. The local economy, once more focused on the recreational appeal of its beaches and the burgeoning tourism, now sees many residents commuting to larger industrial centers, yet the enduring charm of Ogden Dunes remains, a subtle draw for those who appreciate its singular, sandy character and the boundless, blue expanse of the lake.
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About This Ogden Dunes Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Ogden Dunes, Indiana with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Ogden Dunes and Porter County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Ogden Dunes is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Ogden Dunes is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
